Christmas Cereal Station

If you remember my post on Easy Mornings with Overnight Guests, you'll know I'm all about self-serve breakfast.  I have a festive cereal station set up for the kids (and my husband!).

I started off with three boxes of holiday cereal.  Now, if you came here for some tips on perfecting a Paleo lifestyle, I'm sorry but you're in the wrong place.  I'm not afraid of a little sugar.  I've often said breakfast is our worst event.  I pack healthy lunches and serve healthy dinners, but breakfast is just about getting out the door. So there you go.  These are a treat even for our breakfast slacker selves.  Look how fun!

I have all kinds of glass jars (from Target) that I use in my pantry.  I emptied out three, ran them through the dishwasher and filled them with cereal.

My little bowls from the Target Dollar Spot are getting lots of use.

So far the Cinnamon Vanilla Lucky Charms are the most popular.  The little scoops are from Hobby Lobby.

If you're into all the seasonal treats, this is a fun way to start the day... or end it with a late-night snack.

I hope your day and your season are off to a delicious start!

Movie Night: An Elf's Story

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This guy.  I feel like he's a polarizing figure.  Am I right?  Moms either love him or boycott him.  Or bemoan dealing with him all December long.  Well, I think he's a good time.  We love our elf, Percy.   He doesn't get into extravagant mischief or get discovered having romantic interludes with Barbie.  The kids just have fun finding him each morning and that's the extent of it.  So, yes, I am pro-elf!  

Our first movie night of the Christmas season is usually An Elf's Story to coincide with the little guy's arrival.  I also love ALL THE ELF MERCH.   

The plates are from Pottery Barn Kids and the other stuff is mostly from Zulily.  I periodically search "Elf on the Shelf" on Zulily just to see what's shakin'.

We had kind of a "fakesgiving" meal of turkey breast, cranberry sauce and apple dressing.  For dessert I dug into my stash (see?  I love the merch) and made cupcakes with these. 

The icing was kind of a fail but hey, you can tell they're homemade.  I usually find the Elf on the Shelf baking supplies at Target.

Speaking of merch, last year I bought this elf door and it is seriously the cutest thing going.

Get in on the fun with your own elf here!

An Elf's Story is a sweet, fun little movie to kick off the holiday season... a season with so many favorite movies ahead!

Girlfriend Gifts

Gifts for girlfriends are some of the most fun to shop for, give and receive.  It's always nice to celebrate the friendships that mean so much to you with a little something at Christmas.  Here are my picks for fun and budget-friendly girlfriend gifts.

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Kate Spade Earrings - These go with everything and always come in cute packaging.

Manicure Set - This glittery case is perfect to keep in your purse for any nail emergencies.

Thermal Mug - Run, don't walk... this Kate Spade mug is on sale!  Your friends can carry the cutest coffee all season.

Ornaments - It's no secret I'm a MacKenzie-Childs nut.  You could break up the set and give one to three friends.

Beauty Advent Calendar - I just love this.  A dozen beauty items to open!  This one would present so nicely.  

Sock Kit - I gave something similar last year and I'm giving some more this year.  I love a craft that is easy and quick. Plus, festive socks.

Platter - For the extra special friend in your life, this platter would be a huge hit!