There are so many creative ways to decorate your home with the botanical collection from Lego. And I'm in love with all the perfect Lego sets for summer. Particularly because they are on major SALE right now. Best Summer Lego Botanical Sets to Brighten Your Home The summer of Lego is upon us! Which is...
The St. Louis area is a great place to raise a family (or travel to on vacation) because it's a city filled with so many fun things to do and so much to explore. And many of the best summer activities are FREE! For many years I've loved offering up freebies and printables to my...
There is something for everyone in the 2023 Muny season! It's going to be filled with loads of premieres for its 105th summer schedule. Quite the lineup is arriving for the first time and as another take on the stage of the country's oldest and largest outdoor theatre. Literally. It's the reason it's being called...
Oh summertime. The time of year that kids are home from school for months at a time and they get bored. There are actually so many fun boredom busters that the whole family can enjoy together. Gather round and try one of these fun things to break up the long summer day together as a...
Such a cute shirt for summer. If you are looking for the perfect Just A Small Town Girl shirt then this is the one. Well, more than one actually. Lots of colors and a couple of styles to choose from! Just A Small Town Girl Shirt For Summer Farm Style I love being from a...
Yesterday's infused water recipe (the lavender lemonade recipe) was so wildly popular that I figured I should bring you another delicious patio (or poolside) option today. Kiwi lime infused water is just so delicious and refreshing. The perfect patio drink for all summer long! Kiwi Lime Infused Water Summer Patio Drink Infused waters are a...
Summer time is almost upon us and that means that I just had to update the best pool floats to be fitting for 2023! You know what's most popular for the year and all that. When it comes to a hot summer day we all know that pool parties are the way to beat the...
The temperatures are heating up and it's finally the season for all the summer styles. Especially Americana outfits with the 4th of July headed our way. Below you will find the perfect Old Navy style for the entire family! Americana Outfits & Summer Styles For The Entire Family American outfits are the perfect patriotic styles...
Yet another date night at the Fabulous Fox here in St. Louis! I love being a partner with the historic theatre and being able to attend media nights. Often times it's opening night and last night we were even invited to attend the cast party after the show was over. Which performance did we attend?...
Summer is finally here! It's hard to believe that we are only a few days in, because it has felt like summer has already been around for weeks and weeks. But it's finally official and that means we can say hello summer all we want. Read on to get an adorable DIY printable wall art...
School is out for the summer! At our house we are all about summer reading. Especially since the St. Louis County Library has the best summer reading program. My kids are already quickly getting their reading minutes in. Ivy is a fan of The Pout Pout Fish books. There are so many kids books in...
I love me a good popsicle. So tasty and perfectly refreshing for beating the heat. My kids love them, too. Who really doesn't love popsicles? They have long been a favorite summer treat in my family. Plus, they are so easy to make. I have fond childhood memories of my mom making delicious homemade popsicles....
Oh how much I love my river city! It's a great place to raise a family and there are tons of activities. But what about date nights without the kids? Here in St. Louis we also have a really special place that is the most perfect summer date night idea. It's something that cannot be...
At our house Memorial Day signals the kick off to summer fun! All summer long we enjoy spending time in the backyard together as a family. I like our yard to be a safe haven for my kids and love for them to enjoy childhood. School is out for the summer so that means it's...
School is officially out for the summer! Woohoo! The last day for my kiddos was Wednesday. So now it's just time for some lazy summer days. With the occasional exploring. Because exploring is the best. We are headed to the lake tonight for the holiday weekend. Cannot wait. (Be sure to follow along on Instagram...
When we lived in San Antonio we became accustom to eating lots of Mexican food. So much taco love in that region of Texas. There were just so many yummy places. Our favorite was this place called Chachos. Looks like a totally dive, but the food is amazing. So many places even served breakfast tacos....
School's out for the summer! One of the things that I make sure that my kids stay on top of over the summer is reading. It's so important to not just make a habit of it but to form a love of traveling through a book. Every summer as a child I went to faraway...
I've found the best lip color on the planet. Seriously. The best. It goes on liquidy smooth and lasts all day. Keep in mind that I've never been a wearer of lipstick. Frankly the thought scared me. I'm just not very talented when it comes to makeup and so I wear very little. Clear lip...
In college I wore flip flops all year round. It's what everyone did in Utah. We wore flip flops all summer long. Then when the fall hit we were still wearing flip flops. Running around with a hoodie tied around our waists with flip flops on our feet! As long as there wasn't snow on the...
We have a toddler at our house. A toddler who got a toddler fracture. Never in my life have I broken a bone myself so the whole fracture world is relatively unknown to me. Sure I worked around patients with broken bones in my past working in the Children's ER, but those were all fresh breaks....
I've said it before and I'll say it again. I'm just a modest dressing kinda gal. Those who know me well know this already but in case you are new to Seeing Dandy... In no way, shape, or form do I judge anyone who chooses to dress differently than I do. Life is about people...
Leggings. I finally fell to the craze and I'm so glad that I did because leggings are so comfortable. Am I right? Sure I knew all about how great leggings are from back in the day. I wore leggings in the late 80's and early 90's. Remember the look of wearing a pair of leggings with...
It's. Almost. Summer. Cannot wait for it!!! Okay so I don't really like the hot summer heat or the Midwest humidity. BUT I do like summer. Mostly because there are just so many fun summer activities to do together as a family. Summer vacations. Playing outdoors in the backyard. Dining on the patio. Just loads of...
Summer time is coming fast. Like really fast. Are you ready to make it an endless summer? Honestly I feel like spring just happened. I feel like it was just 2015. I feel like this year is going by. Way. Too. Fast. Before we know it the summer months will be here. Are you ready...
Do you have a cruise for Spring Break? How about a US beach trip coming up? Even though it's not quite summer the temperatures are heating up and swim season will be here before you know it. Don't put off swimsuit shopping too much longer. The time is now to get those stylish modest swimsuits. I...
Dressing modestly is a struggle. Not because I struggle with the idea of it but I struggle with being able to find clothing that is modest. Why must it be so difficult? Seriously. A little more cloth never hurt anyone. Is it too much to ask to have some options? Apparently so. The struggle? It's...
Whether you are taking a South Pacific cruise or attending the musical at The Muny, wearing clothing that fits with the humidity is always a good idea. During the warmer months in St. Louis it can be difficult to dress for special events, especially if the event is outdoors. And I found the perfect casual...
It's the end of the school year and that means teacher thank you gifts! Creating your own unique teacher gifts with a special touch doesn't need to be difficult or take a lot of time. A free printable chocolate bar teacher gift is both an easy gift idea and turns out super cute. You can...
It's so easy to transform an ordinary lamp post into a yard decoration for fall! If you haven't already, now is the perfect time to decorate your porch, front door and yard for the fall season. There's honestly no rhyme or reason for why a lamp post needs to be decorated, but it sure does...
With the final season of the series Stranger Things being less than a month away, everyone seems to be getting into the Hawkins High School spirit this year for Halloween. There are tons of ways to style the 80's fashion trends of the decade we all know and love. Many of the looks can easily...
Combine fresh flowers with a real pumpkin to create a truly unique fall floral arrangement! There are plenty of ways to display fall flowers, but why not do something that is totally biodegradable? This DIY pumpkin vase is so easy to make and the perfect fall decoration. I'll be making these pumpkin vases for years...
Bowling alleys are a great place for family fun! It's the perfect activity to beat the summer heat or escape on a rainy day. Grab the kids and head over to the best St. Louis bowling alley (or a bowling location nearest you) for some family entertainment like no other. You'll have a fun experience...
A new pair of sunnies are the perfect end of the school year gift! For teachers and school friends alike, it's easy to create a fun gift by simply attaching some cute sunglasses to the free printable at the bottom of this post. Last day of school gift tags are a popular search in May...
A quick weeknight meal doesn't have to be expensive! With simple ingredients, you can easy to make budget-friendly lemon ricotta pasta and the meal is ready start to finish in less than 40 minutes. The affordable meal will be requested over and over again! Budget-Friendly Lemon Ricotta Pasta Recipe I'm always on the search for the...
The fall season has officially arrived and there are so many fun activities for families to do this time of year. Whether it's relishing the cooler weather by taking a quick road trip or visiting your favorite apple orchard, there's something for the whole family to enjoy together. A family fall bucket list is the...
The Muny is hosting its first live concert in more than 30 years! A night of songs and stories with Tony winner John Legend and the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra will be filling the air in Forest Park on the evening of September 7th. It's going to be a night to remember and I'm so...
Whether you want to use the freshest tasting jam for breakfast on toast or as a topping on your favorite vanilla ice cream, it's easy to make homemade freezer jam. With just a few simple steps you can actually make delicious jam that you can enjoy all year long. This sure jell freezer jam recipe...
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream at Lake of the Ozarks! Summer trips to the lake are always made a hundreds times better with a visit to any number of the local ice cream shops. Whether you are visiting from Kansas City or St. Louis, or if you are a local,...
The 106th season has arrived at The Muny in Forest Park and the line up is spectacular! It's Muny magic that our city has come to know and love. Reflections of The Muny 2024 Season in Forest Park Muny Magic is something that members of our community have long been accustomed to during the summer...
The end of the school year is upon us all (if it hasn't happened already for your family) and with your child's favorite season comes the opportunity to say thank you to all those amazing teachers! While there are so many great ideas for teacher appreciation gifts out there, it's no secret that teachers everywhere...
Looking for the perfect appetizer for your Easter menu? Prepare your taste buds for a budget-friendly Easter appetizer recipe that is only 3 ingredients. Sure to add to any springtime celebration, it's even a great appetizer for summer picnics and couldn't be any easier to make! Easy Budget-Friendly Easter Appetizer Recipe - 3 ingredients What...
Calling all Dancing Queens! The beloved musical set in Greek island paradise has arrived in the Lou and brought with it the legendary tunes from ABBA to fill the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Mamma Mia The Tour in St. Louis is set to bring so much fun to the stage. Here's everything you'll experience at the...