I put up another Google Alert for Conga drums last week and look what I found! My honey has wanted a set for a couple of years now, and I couldn't see myself shelling out for a new set. I got an alert that some locally was selling a pair on...

And here is my list: Sketchers Shape up size 8 1/2, the Apple I touch, Faux bois vases for Target, a used Saarinen Tulip table with marble top, and some Amy Butler towels from Bed, bath and beyond. A girl can dream right?

As the crafty mom, I was given the assignment to create an art project for both of my kids classes for an art auction coming up for Grandparents Day. The Preppy K class was done a few weeks back, and I've been anxiously awaiting wrapping up the first...

Knott's Berry Farm, kindly offers free admission to the local fire and law enforcement this time of year. So after school last week, we met up with some friends for a little holiday fun. The place was all decked out in holiday decor. Knott's is perfect...

We finally got into the holiday spirit around here by making and decorating sugar cookies. I used a recipe from Country Living, and it was easy. The left over icing will last a few weeks in the frig, so we'll be using it make gingerbread men and more...