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𝔻𝕀𝕐 ℙ𝕚𝕒𝕟𝕠 𝕄𝕒𝕜𝕖𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕣

Speaking of being all over the place with content... from the week that brought you 1000 hours outside and travel to all 50 states, I bring you DIY project #937; repainting a piano! 😂😂😂

And the color we chose was navy!

While DIY may not be my main focus on Instagram, I have a ton of DIY projects on my blog and Pinterest page including this new post sharing step by step how we gave this piano a makeover. Basically if there is a will, I will figure out a way to make something happen.

For those of you who have followed for a while and enjoyed some of my previous toy DIYs, stay tuned because I have another exciting DIY toy project up my sleeve!!

#diymotherhood
#diyprojects
#diyblogger #diymom #diymomblogger #pianomaker #paintedpiano #pinterestproject #pinterestinspired #upcycled #upcycledpiano #raisingwildflowers #childhoodunplugged #magicandwonder

𝕋𝕠𝕘𝕖𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕣 𝕚𝕤 𝕞𝕪

𝕋𝕠𝕘𝕖𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕣 𝕚𝕤 𝕞𝕪 𝕗𝕒𝕧𝕠𝕣𝕚𝕥𝕖 𝕡𝕝𝕒𝕔𝕖 𝕥𝕠 𝕓𝕖

Super excited to be going live today over on @officialmanou 's account at 5 pm EST talking all things family travel and our trip to all 50 US states!

To celebrate, I finished up two long overdue blog posts (blog link is in my bio):
- 5 Practical Tips for Traveling Simply with Young Kids &
- 5 Benefits of Traveling with Young Kids

Any questions about our family's travels that you would like me to address in today's live or a future blog post? I'm passionate about getting families out and adventuring together even with young kids!

#raisingwildflowers #50stateroadtrip #50stateschallenge #usatravel #visittheusa #familytravel #roadtripswithkids #familytravel #welltraveledkids #roadtripping #familytravelbloggers #familytraveltips #internationaltravelwithkids #travelwithbaby #travelwithkids #toddlersinnationalparks #babieswhotravel #50statesby30 #all50states #familyvanconversion

Brooklyn has some exciting news...
Today we hit 𝟙𝟘𝟘𝟘 ℍ𝕠𝕦𝕣𝕤 𝕆𝕦𝕥𝕤𝕚𝕕𝕖!!!
When I started this in January, I was nervous. We spend a lot of time outside when the weather is nice, but not so much when it's rainy and cold. And the first part of 2020 was rainy and cold and we weren't on track at all. Add to it that my mom would have to be in charge of most of the hours since I worked during the week. At first mom found it hard to fit in around her crafting and story time but soon I'd come home to find the crafts and stories and even lunch had been done outside. And then COVID happened and I have had the privilege of working home so much this year with the girls. Suddenly the brunt of outside time was my responsibility while working. I've had to get creative to make sure I can focus on working while also getting them outside, which mainly entailed working from the back deck, which I have to say is really refreshing to get the fresh air and sunshine during your work day and then encouraging independent play (and bribing with popsicles) while I take work calls inside. My favorite change from the whole year is that the girls ask to go outside daily now (even without the promise of popsicles 😂).

Not many of our 1,000 hours were grandiose outdoor adventures. We did have our Memorial Day camping trip, this week at the beach, and a handful of Saturday hikes. The majority of the time was playing in the driveway or backyard; riding trikes, drawing with chalk, spraying water from the hose, and oh so much pretend play. It probably doesn't seem like much, especially as so many others with kids their age are jumping into preschool lessons, but to me it's everything. Outside time has really solidified our focus on a carefree childhood.

Blakely has already told me to print off a new tracking sheet, "So we can keep doing it over and over again until we die."🙈 Okay girl as long as you plan on keeping that up for at least a hundred years then. I plan to keep tallying for all of 2020 and setting a new goal for 2021.
#raisingwildflowers #1000hoursoutside #getoutside #getoutsideandplay #childhoodunplugged #carefreechildhood

Alright ya'll, we're a handful of days into standa

Alright ya'll, we're a handful of days into standard time. How's everyone doing so far? This is a friendly PSA to make sure you are getting outside and getting your body moving to enjoy those precious daylight hours. I am super thankful for the days I work from home, that I can take a quick lunch break stroll around the neighborhood and get some sunshine and fresh air. And I love our #gifted Barre Collection City Mini GT2 from @babyjogger for making getting out with my girl gang super easy with it's lightweight, super easy maneuverability and one hand fold.

How are you making the most of these short days?

#UnsettleDown #BabyJoggerPartner #BarreCollection#getoutside #raisingwildflowers #childhoodunplugged #lovelifeoutside #theoutdoorkids #1000hoursoutside #daylightsavings #workingmoms

𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙙

#sponsored We are all about real life over here and not shying away from messy moments. After all, some of the messiest moments are the most memorable. I decided to attempt pie making this year; something I have never done. And I am so pleased with how it turned out (check my stories)! I actually made a top that mostly resembled my Pinterest inspiration, and it tasted delicious! With all the apples we got from apple picking (had to get two pecks because #twins), we went ahead and made another pie for Grandma and Grandpa.

And also another Montessori inspired note on messes: It fosters a sense of inclusion and respect for the girls as they learn and develop new skills when they are allowed to make messes while participating in family life. If someone makes a mess, we don't berate, we just say "Ope (remnants of my midwest upbringing), let's grab Nature's Miracle and some paper towels!" Because Brad and I are also clean fanatics, so we are also picking up life's messes on the daily and Nature's Miracle cleaning spray is an essential part of our cleaning routine.

What's your favorite messy family memory?

#NaturesMiracleLifesMesses #beautifulchaos #childhoodunplugged #beautifulmess #realmomlife #raisingwildflowers #bakingapplepies #bakingfromscratch #bakingday #homemadepie #fallactivities #fallactivitiesforkids #fallfun #lifeislearning #lifeismessy #lifeismagical #lifewithlittles #lifeasmama #makingmemories #startingtraditions #knoxvillemoms

Hoping it's totally acceptable to keep posting fal

Hoping it's totally acceptable to keep posting fall stuff after Halloween 😂
We had so much fun the weekend before last at the local pumpkin patch.
Anyone still embracing fall or has everyone moved on to Christmas?
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#fallactivities #fallfun #fallactivitiesforkids #pumpkinseason #pumpkinpatch #pumpkinpicking #fallvibesonly #familytraditions #familyfallfun #meetmeatthepumpkinpatch #raisingwildflowers #familyof5 #ivfsuccess #motherhoodiskingdomwork #knoxvillemoms #knoxvillelife #knoxvillefall

If you can't tell, we are just a little bit excite

If you can't tell, we are just a little bit excited about Halloween this weekend!
🍁🎃🦇🎃🍁
Thanks @this.little.wandering for some more spooky photo fun inspiration.
And yes the pumpkins are actually on their heads lol 👻☠️
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#jackolantern #jackolantern🎃 #spookyvibes #spookyseason👻 #spookyseason #toocutetospook #halloweenfun #halloween2020 #trickortreating #trickortreat #halloweencostumes #halloweencostumeideas #twinsplusone #sistersquad #bestiesforlife #boo #boosheet #kidshalloweencostume
#ghostphotoshoot #ghostchallenge #ghostsquad #ghoulgang #ghostsofinstagram #pumpkinheads #trickortreating #trickortreat

𝔹𝕖𝕤𝕥 𝕎𝕚𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕤 ℍ𝕒𝕝𝕝𝕠𝕨𝕖𝕖𝕟 𝕋𝕚𝕡

The countdown is on for Halloween! Are you doing trick or treating this year? We plan to and think that a traditional trip around the neighborhood is the perfect socially distanced Halloween activity.

But for a Halloween that may already be breaking some traditions, here's a new idea for you to pass out this year, especially as you consider candy alternatives.

Mini Flashlights from EverBrite!

You can pick up a 30 pack of the @everbrite_lighting mini flashlights on Amazon (link in stories and bio), which is on sale this week. I mean, what little kid doesn't like flashlights? What a fun treat for kiddos, especially for trick or treating at dusk.

Either that or just order to stockpile for your own kids for stocking stuffers. I know mine haven't put them down since we got them. We went on a Halloween decoration spotting walk after dark the other day with our flashlights, and it was a big hit.

What are you planning to pass out for Halloween? Let me know if you snag a pack! 🔦🔦🔦

#bestwitches #ghoulgang #spookyseason #toocutetospook #halloweenfun #halloween2020 #trickortreating #trickortreat🎃 #trickortreat2020 #halloweentreats #boobasket #twinsplusone #sistersquad #bestiesforlife #halloweencostumeideas #halloweencostumes #kidshalloweencostume #stockingstufferideas #everbritepartner #everbritelighting #miniflashlights #flashlights #flashlightfanatics

𝔾𝕙𝕠𝕦𝕝 𝔾𝕒𝕟𝕘 👻👻👻

𝔾𝕙𝕠𝕦𝕝 𝔾𝕒𝕟𝕘 👻👻👻

Getting their spook on but of course being fashionable about it in their @littlepoppyco bows!

Our actual Halloween costumes for Saturday are about what you'd expect from princess obsessed 3 year olds (basically what they've been wearing all year lol), so I decided to have a little fun with some other homemade Halloween costumes this week.

What are you all dressing up as for Halloween?

#ghostphotoshoot #ghostchallenge #ghostsquad #ghoulgang #ghostsofinstagram #spookyseason #toocutetospook #halloweenfun #halloween2020 #trickortreating #trickortreat #halloweencostumes #halloweencostumeideas #twinsplusone #sistersquad #bestiesforlife #boo #boosheet #kidshalloweencostume

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Infertility · April 11, 2020

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𝔻𝕀𝕐 ℙ𝕚𝕒𝕟𝕠 𝕄𝕒𝕜𝕖𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕣

Speaking of being all over the place with content... from the week that brought you 1000 hours outside and travel to all 50 states, I bring you DIY project #937; repainting a piano! 😂😂😂

And the color we chose was navy!

While DIY may not be my main focus on Instagram, I have a ton of DIY projects on my blog and Pinterest page including this new post sharing step by step how we gave this piano a makeover. Basically if there is a will, I will figure out a way to make something happen.

For those of you who have followed for a while and enjoyed some of my previous toy DIYs, stay tuned because I have another exciting DIY toy project up my sleeve!!

#diymotherhood
#diyprojects
#diyblogger #diymom #diymomblogger #pianomaker #paintedpiano #pinterestproject #pinterestinspired #upcycled #upcycledpiano #raisingwildflowers #childhoodunplugged #magicandwonder

𝕋𝕠𝕘𝕖𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕣 𝕚𝕤 𝕞𝕪

𝕋𝕠𝕘𝕖𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕣 𝕚𝕤 𝕞𝕪 𝕗𝕒𝕧𝕠𝕣𝕚𝕥𝕖 𝕡𝕝𝕒𝕔𝕖 𝕥𝕠 𝕓𝕖

Super excited to be going live today over on @officialmanou 's account at 5 pm EST talking all things family travel and our trip to all 50 US states!

To celebrate, I finished up two long overdue blog posts (blog link is in my bio):
- 5 Practical Tips for Traveling Simply with Young Kids &
- 5 Benefits of Traveling with Young Kids

Any questions about our family's travels that you would like me to address in today's live or a future blog post? I'm passionate about getting families out and adventuring together even with young kids!

#raisingwildflowers #50stateroadtrip #50stateschallenge #usatravel #visittheusa #familytravel #roadtripswithkids #familytravel #welltraveledkids #roadtripping #familytravelbloggers #familytraveltips #internationaltravelwithkids #travelwithbaby #travelwithkids #toddlersinnationalparks #babieswhotravel #50statesby30 #all50states #familyvanconversion

Brooklyn has some exciting news...
Today we hit 𝟙𝟘𝟘𝟘 ℍ𝕠𝕦𝕣𝕤 𝕆𝕦𝕥𝕤𝕚𝕕𝕖!!!
When I started this in January, I was nervous. We spend a lot of time outside when the weather is nice, but not so much when it's rainy and cold. And the first part of 2020 was rainy and cold and we weren't on track at all. Add to it that my mom would have to be in charge of most of the hours since I worked during the week. At first mom found it hard to fit in around her crafting and story time but soon I'd come home to find the crafts and stories and even lunch had been done outside. And then COVID happened and I have had the privilege of working home so much this year with the girls. Suddenly the brunt of outside time was my responsibility while working. I've had to get creative to make sure I can focus on working while also getting them outside, which mainly entailed working from the back deck, which I have to say is really refreshing to get the fresh air and sunshine during your work day and then encouraging independent play (and bribing with popsicles) while I take work calls inside. My favorite change from the whole year is that the girls ask to go outside daily now (even without the promise of popsicles 😂).

Not many of our 1,000 hours were grandiose outdoor adventures. We did have our Memorial Day camping trip, this week at the beach, and a handful of Saturday hikes. The majority of the time was playing in the driveway or backyard; riding trikes, drawing with chalk, spraying water from the hose, and oh so much pretend play. It probably doesn't seem like much, especially as so many others with kids their age are jumping into preschool lessons, but to me it's everything. Outside time has really solidified our focus on a carefree childhood.

Blakely has already told me to print off a new tracking sheet, "So we can keep doing it over and over again until we die."🙈 Okay girl as long as you plan on keeping that up for at least a hundred years then. I plan to keep tallying for all of 2020 and setting a new goal for 2021.
#raisingwildflowers #1000hoursoutside #getoutside #getoutsideandplay #childhoodunplugged #carefreechildhood

Alright ya'll, we're a handful of days into standa

Alright ya'll, we're a handful of days into standard time. How's everyone doing so far? This is a friendly PSA to make sure you are getting outside and getting your body moving to enjoy those precious daylight hours. I am super thankful for the days I work from home, that I can take a quick lunch break stroll around the neighborhood and get some sunshine and fresh air. And I love our #gifted Barre Collection City Mini GT2 from @babyjogger for making getting out with my girl gang super easy with it's lightweight, super easy maneuverability and one hand fold.

How are you making the most of these short days?

#UnsettleDown #BabyJoggerPartner #BarreCollection#getoutside #raisingwildflowers #childhoodunplugged #lovelifeoutside #theoutdoorkids #1000hoursoutside #daylightsavings #workingmoms

𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙙

#sponsored We are all about real life over here and not shying away from messy moments. After all, some of the messiest moments are the most memorable. I decided to attempt pie making this year; something I have never done. And I am so pleased with how it turned out (check my stories)! I actually made a top that mostly resembled my Pinterest inspiration, and it tasted delicious! With all the apples we got from apple picking (had to get two pecks because #twins), we went ahead and made another pie for Grandma and Grandpa.

And also another Montessori inspired note on messes: It fosters a sense of inclusion and respect for the girls as they learn and develop new skills when they are allowed to make messes while participating in family life. If someone makes a mess, we don't berate, we just say "Ope (remnants of my midwest upbringing), let's grab Nature's Miracle and some paper towels!" Because Brad and I are also clean fanatics, so we are also picking up life's messes on the daily and Nature's Miracle cleaning spray is an essential part of our cleaning routine.

What's your favorite messy family memory?

#NaturesMiracleLifesMesses #beautifulchaos #childhoodunplugged #beautifulmess #realmomlife #raisingwildflowers #bakingapplepies #bakingfromscratch #bakingday #homemadepie #fallactivities #fallactivitiesforkids #fallfun #lifeislearning #lifeismessy #lifeismagical #lifewithlittles #lifeasmama #makingmemories #startingtraditions #knoxvillemoms

Hoping it's totally acceptable to keep posting fal

Hoping it's totally acceptable to keep posting fall stuff after Halloween 😂
We had so much fun the weekend before last at the local pumpkin patch.
Anyone still embracing fall or has everyone moved on to Christmas?
.
.
.
.
#fallactivities #fallfun #fallactivitiesforkids #pumpkinseason #pumpkinpatch #pumpkinpicking #fallvibesonly #familytraditions #familyfallfun #meetmeatthepumpkinpatch #raisingwildflowers #familyof5 #ivfsuccess #motherhoodiskingdomwork #knoxvillemoms #knoxvillelife #knoxvillefall

If you can't tell, we are just a little bit excite

If you can't tell, we are just a little bit excited about Halloween this weekend!
🍁🎃🦇🎃🍁
Thanks @this.little.wandering for some more spooky photo fun inspiration.
And yes the pumpkins are actually on their heads lol 👻☠️
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#jackolantern #jackolantern🎃 #spookyvibes #spookyseason👻 #spookyseason #toocutetospook #halloweenfun #halloween2020 #trickortreating #trickortreat #halloweencostumes #halloweencostumeideas #twinsplusone #sistersquad #bestiesforlife #boo #boosheet #kidshalloweencostume
#ghostphotoshoot #ghostchallenge #ghostsquad #ghoulgang #ghostsofinstagram #pumpkinheads #trickortreating #trickortreat

𝔹𝕖𝕤𝕥 𝕎𝕚𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕤 ℍ𝕒𝕝𝕝𝕠𝕨𝕖𝕖𝕟 𝕋𝕚𝕡

The countdown is on for Halloween! Are you doing trick or treating this year? We plan to and think that a traditional trip around the neighborhood is the perfect socially distanced Halloween activity.

But for a Halloween that may already be breaking some traditions, here's a new idea for you to pass out this year, especially as you consider candy alternatives.

Mini Flashlights from EverBrite!

You can pick up a 30 pack of the @everbrite_lighting mini flashlights on Amazon (link in stories and bio), which is on sale this week. I mean, what little kid doesn't like flashlights? What a fun treat for kiddos, especially for trick or treating at dusk.

Either that or just order to stockpile for your own kids for stocking stuffers. I know mine haven't put them down since we got them. We went on a Halloween decoration spotting walk after dark the other day with our flashlights, and it was a big hit.

What are you planning to pass out for Halloween? Let me know if you snag a pack! 🔦🔦🔦

#bestwitches #ghoulgang #spookyseason #toocutetospook #halloweenfun #halloween2020 #trickortreating #trickortreat🎃 #trickortreat2020 #halloweentreats #boobasket #twinsplusone #sistersquad #bestiesforlife #halloweencostumeideas #halloweencostumes #kidshalloweencostume #stockingstufferideas #everbritepartner #everbritelighting #miniflashlights #flashlights #flashlightfanatics

𝔾𝕙𝕠𝕦𝕝 𝔾𝕒𝕟𝕘 👻👻👻

𝔾𝕙𝕠𝕦𝕝 𝔾𝕒𝕟𝕘 👻👻👻

Getting their spook on but of course being fashionable about it in their @littlepoppyco bows!

Our actual Halloween costumes for Saturday are about what you'd expect from princess obsessed 3 year olds (basically what they've been wearing all year lol), so I decided to have a little fun with some other homemade Halloween costumes this week.

What are you all dressing up as for Halloween?

#ghostphotoshoot #ghostchallenge #ghostsquad #ghoulgang #ghostsofinstagram #spookyseason #toocutetospook #halloweenfun #halloween2020 #trickortreating #trickortreat #halloweencostumes #halloweencostumeideas #twinsplusone #sistersquad #bestiesforlife #boo #boosheet #kidshalloweencostume

BFFs for life! Can you guess who is who? #twinsof

BFFs for life! Can you guess who is who?

#twinsofinstagram #twinsisters #twinsandmultiples #twinsis #twinsplusone #twinmomlife #twinsmom #sisterhood #sisters #sistersister #knoxvillemoms

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