According to today’s standards, I have a large family. 2 adults + 4 kids = 1 big happy family. Our house is…well…not so large. When we first saw it, we …
Julie Davis
Julie Davis
Julie Davis has an eye for design and a way with words that landed her in the world of social media + blogging. She freelances as a social media specialist, but in her spare time, she likes to take family bike rides, listen to live music, throw parties, and sneak away with her husband for dinner out. She blogs occasionally at On Neutral Ground Follow her on Twitter at @onneutralgrnd .
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Now that Labor Day has come and gone, it’s time to cook up your favorite fall recipes. Who can resist a really good pot roast when the crisp autumn air …
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CraftsDIY
10 Whimsical Ways to Decorate Your Home with Chalkboard Paint
by Julie Davisby Julie DavisI’ve tried more than a few chalkboard projects in my day, and I have to say, it’s an easy (and cheap) way to spruce up ordinary objects around the house.  What’s even …
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Tips & IdeasToddler
12 Parenting Instagram Accounts You Should Follow Now!
by Julie Davisby Julie DavisYes, Instagram is for drooling over photos of your coworker’s island vacation or your sister’s latest goat cheese soufflé, but it’s also a great platform for parents to share the everyday …
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If the summer swelter hasn’t arrived in your area yet, it’s coming soon.  To keep sweat to a minimum, it’s time to trade in long sleeves for tank tops and corduroys …
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My favorite outfit is a t-shirt, a pair of skinny jeans, and a cardigan, but that doesn’t exactly work in the summer. Â I can’t afford to overhaul my entire wardrobe …
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It’s almost summer, which means it’s time to dig out the family swim bag, and trade in your dark leather purse for a smaller, light-weight tote that evokes feelings of …
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Food
Easy Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce- Never Buy Sauce In A Jar Again!
by Julie Davisby Julie DavisI’ve always thought about making homemade spaghetti sauce. (Keyword: thought). The process of buying a bunch of tomatoes (expensive!), de-seeding them (tedious!), and finding the correct ratio of wine:seasonings: tomato …
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Every time I reach into my purse for a pen, I inevitably pull out a crayon instead. Nothing says “mom of 4 kids” like a stash of  crayons at the …
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I love the natural wonder of 2-year-olds. They’re fascinated by things we take for granted everyday. That’s why it’s so fun to do crafts with them. They marvel at streaks …