I always say that parenting is hard stuff. 'Cause it is. Truly. We all want to raise great kids who'll become good adults. But, as a Christian parent we also want to raise them knowing who God is; having a relationship with Jesus. We compete with so many things this day and age. Our kids are busier than ever and have many things vying for their attention. What's a parent to do? This is why I appreciate this book from Dr. Dobson. I've appreciated Dobson's ministry to families and this book is … [Read more...]
Snack Hacks for the Busy Mom
Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Mondelez via Mode Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Mondelez. Now that my Princess is attending our local private school - our calendar of events is filling up. There was a slow calm when we were homeschooling, at least with our external life. Now, I have parties, events, and field trips - and my Princess has never been quite so happy. I have to make her a sack lunch … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Balls Recipe
I am seriously the biggest peanut butter fan. I simply love it. But, I am pretty picky about peanut butter. I prefer to purchase peanut butter that is all-natural without a lot of added ingredients. My kids are pretty old school, they like to snack on apples and peanut butter after school. But this fun recipe from Justin's Nut Butters, would be a very tasty snack recipe to make for the whole family. Are you a peanut butter lover? Peanut Butter Balls Recipe INGREDIENTS 2 Cups … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Gifts for Girls
Do you have a girl on your shopping list for Valentine's Day? Well, I have a few great ideas for you! Growing up my parents and grandparents always got us gifts for Valentine's Day and Easter. Even when I was an adult, before kids, my parents still gave my husband and I gifts for these holidays. It was always nice to get something special and small. I am continuing that tradition with my own kids. Do you do gifts in your home for the kids? Valentine's Day Gifts for … [Read more...]
Winter Fun with Strawberry Shortcake
About Strawberry Shortcake: Snowberry Days ‘Tis the season for winter fun in these berry cool Strawberry Shortcake episodes. A fun-filled playtime is interrupted when someone notices that the squirrels are low on supplies in “The Berry Long Winter.” Blueberry’s success with her own specially designed ice skates have the other girls feeling left out in “The Big Freeze.” And Raspberry’s spring fashion show plans are put “On Ice” when cold weather and an out-of-control fountain covers the catwalk … [Read more...]
Easy Shark Valentines Card for Kids!
Do your kids already have their Valentine's cards picked out? Where has the month of January gone? I saw the above Valentines card yesterday and just fell in love. (Swedish Fish might have had something to do with it. Yummy!) The sharks are backed by clothespins for a fully functional Jaws effect. They are sure to inspire toothy grins from the classmates. Shark Valentines Card Directions: Start by drawing the shark’s top and bottom halves as shown or tracing the shark template (Feb … [Read more...]
Blogging Taxes? I should have started sooner!
I am working this month on my blogging taxes. It is not fun. Going back through my editorial calendar, email inbox, Amazon account, and Paypal account -- whew! Can you say time consuming? I really should have been keeping track all year last year. Or, I should have at least done this quarterly, not all at in January! I highly dislike taxes. So are you a blogger and need to know some basics? Here are three great articles you should read. I could regurgitate it here for you, but honestly … [Read more...]
