My sister shared this list written by Regina Brett on facebook and I was amazed at how many of the lessons we have already written about on The Suede Sofa, but also how many we have yet to learn! I’ve already gone out and purchased the book that corresponds with this list titled, God Never Blinks, 50Continue reading “50 Life Lessons to Live By”
Author Archives: Robyn Caruso
Easy Outdoor Game
The hour before dinner in our house is always difficult because the kids can’t help but get restless waiting to eat and waiting for my husband to get home from work. In an attempt to avoid taking out every single backyard toy, I came up with this simple game that kept them busy and didn’tContinue reading “Easy Outdoor Game”
Doll Shoe Fix
How many times am I going to have to put these doll shoes back on?!!! If that is a question you ask yourself daily, here is a quick fix to keep all of those Barbie, Princess, and Fairy shoes on the dolls instead of all over your house! I always keep a tube of E-6000Continue reading “Doll Shoe Fix”
Set Up to Fail
This week my son and I started planting our seeds indoors so that when the weather warms up they will be strong enough to be transplanted outside. Once we had picked out our seeds we planted them in self-watering containers that we learned how to make on Pinterest. With the internet and Pinterest available forContinue reading “Set Up to Fail”
When You Know Your Family is Complete
I’ve had friends tell me “You’ll just know when you are finished wanting to have more babies.” It seemed some vague to me…you’ll just know. How will I know? Will the two kids I already have drive me to the point of insanity one day and the image of a newborn swaddled in a receivingContinue reading “When You Know Your Family is Complete”
The Weight is On
As we are approaching the warm weather I once again find myself having to deal with the excess weight that I have put on over the winter. Every year I say I am not going to gain weight during the winter, and every year I find myself in the same predicament. Last summer I reachedContinue reading “The Weight is On”
Italian Knots with an Easter Twist
Every Christmas and Easter my Grandmother would make batches and batches of her Italian Knots. They have always been my favorite cookie and I am so glad that she taught be how to make them. This year I am adding a twist to the traditional knot cookie and shaping the dough into the shape ofContinue reading “Italian Knots with an Easter Twist”
I Lost My Kids in Disney World
It has taken me months to start this post because of sheer embarrassment, but if my story can provide insight to someone else…then it is worth sharing. Last summer we went to Disney World for a family vacation. My sister had planned the trip from wake-ups to bedtimes and we had the time of our lives.Continue reading “I Lost My Kids in Disney World”
St. Patrick’s Day Handprint Art
I’m at it again! Here are some pictures of the art that I created using my kid’s handprints and some finger-painting! Click the links below to see handprint ideas for Christmas,Valentine’s Day, and Patriotic Holidays! Christmas Handprint Memories Valentine’s Day Handprint Crafts Handprint American Flag Have fun MaKinG MeMoRiEs! ~Robyn (Jersey Girl)
Robyn’s Tips for a Disney World Vacation
This past August my entire family went on a 9 day trip to Disney World. My kids had just turned 5 and 3 and my niece was 3 1/2. It was the MoSt MaGiCaL time of my life. There are no words to describe the sheer joy and awe that comes with seeing your childrenContinue reading “Robyn’s Tips for a Disney World Vacation”
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