Lately our toddler has been struggling with the times that they’re not able to say goodbye to daddy before work. As first responder families we all know that scheduling can be all over the place-and sometimes it’s just not possible to give daddy (or mommy, or whoever their grown up is) a kiss and say … Continue reading daddy boxes {an activity for first responder kiddos who are struggling with shift work}
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2025 blue gift guide featuring small shops + promo codes {leows}
Every year I share some of my favorite gifts for blue families, and I always like to start by featuring small shops! Whenever possible I love to support small businesses, especially ones that are law enforcement owned and/or support our first responders. Read on for some great gift ideas for the LEOW in your life … Continue reading 2025 blue gift guide featuring small shops + promo codes {leows}
a+g monthly newsletter: november 2025
Hey friends! Happy Holidays! If you’re like, Listen here Cote it’s only November…you’re right, and that’s 100% what I consider to be a holiday month! I’m a firm believer that the turkey on Thanksgiving day tastes just as good (dare I say even better) with Christmas decor around it. We’ve been fa la la la … Continue reading a+g monthly newsletter: november 2025
a+g monthly newsletter: July 2025
Everyone’s talking about the “90s summer” trend this year, and as someone who’s not very trendy (and hasn’t been on social media that much to keep up with said trends) let me be the first to tell you that I am HERE for it! I’ve taken a giant step back from social media and blogging … Continue reading a+g monthly newsletter: July 2025
blue line father’s day printable + gift guide
Father’s Day is right around the corner-this year it falls on Sunday, June 15th! I share this sweet little printable every year, and it’s the easiest way to show a little love to the blue line dad in your life and capture little handprints! We have a whole row up over my own LEO's cop … Continue reading blue line father’s day printable + gift guide
a+g monthly newsletter: march 2025
Can we just talk about Daylight Savings Time for a minute? Phewww what a downer 🤪 this past weekend we had to “spring ahead” which meant we all lost an hour of sleep and now it’s dark again the mornings. Pass! The one perk is that my LEO (who works nightshift) got to work one … Continue reading a+g monthly newsletter: march 2025
law enforcement appreciation day {january 9 2025}
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is quickly approaching-it’s this coming Thursday the 9th! If you’re like wait, didn’t we just have this? you’re probably thinking of Thank A Police Officer Day, which is in September. Both days are a great excuse to show our LEOs a little extra love, especially in this rough climate! I’m always … Continue reading law enforcement appreciation day {january 9 2025}
2024 blue gift guide + promo codes {police kiddos}
Police Car Lovie. Little Sleepies are one of our favorite brands of pajamas, and they also make lovies! This police car is the cutest-and knowing how soft their jammies are has to be the coziest! Wooden Matching Game. I got this cute police matching game last year and it’s so simple and fun! It’s safe … Continue reading 2024 blue gift guide + promo codes {police kiddos}
2024 blue gift guide featuring small shops + promo codes {leows}
NIMA aromatherapy. Ari is a fellow LEOW (and former LEO!) who has built the most amazing candle company from the ground up. You might remember it as “Ariscents Candle Co”-she just rebranded and is now Nima! All of her products are toxic free and smell insanely good. I’ve gotten many different candles and wax melts … Continue reading 2024 blue gift guide featuring small shops + promo codes {leows}
thank a police officer day {09.21.24}
Thank a Police Officer Day (not to be confused with Police Week or Law Enforcement Appreciation Day) is always the third Saturday in September, making it this coming weekend on the 21st! Some people go all out for TAPO Day and some don’t acknowledge it at all. I personally think it’s an awesome opportunity to … Continue reading thank a police officer day {09.21.24}