Since my husband and I are Star Wars fans, we actually like watching LEGO Star Wars with our kids. The episodes are pretty funny and quite entertaining. This new DVD, Droid Tales, is going in the Easter basket this year. So, thought we haven't watch it yet, it is hiding until the end of the month. We are excited to watch it together. Any Star Wars or LEGO fans in your house? Synopsis The fun begins following the victory celebration in the Ewok village on Endor, at the end of Star Wars: … [Read more...]
Easter Recipe: Fluffy Spring Dip
A sweet fluffy dessert dip is the perfect Easter recipe and even a great Spring-time recipe. Before you eat your Easter meal and family are over you can easily serve this light and tasty dessert dip. Fluffy Spring Dip Ingredients: 1 (8 oz) brick cream cheese - room temperature 1 (8oz) container Cool Whip, thawed 1/4 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3/4 cup powdered sugar 1/2 cup vanilla cake mix Garnish - pink, green and yellow sprinkles Directions: 1. Add … [Read more...]
Why I Like Parenting a Tween Girl
Thank you DOLE Fruitocracy for sponsoring today's discussion. All opinions are mine alone. When I started this blog, I wanted a way for my family (in another state) to keep up to date with my new baby girl. (Just for fun, you can check out my first ever blog post. Don't judge!) Fast forward 8 years later and that baby girl is officially a tween! Gasp!!! Where did the time go? I'm going to be honest here - I prefer this tween stage. There are many days when I miss her being a baby and … [Read more...]
Easter Treat: Easter Bunny Poop Printable
Yes, as you already know, my family are big fans of the YumEarth brand of candy for the holidays. Well, truthfully, we love them year round, but we try to limit sweets as much as possible with our two kids. My kids and I love sweets though. The hubby isn't too interested in candy. I'll admit to hiding the best candy and sneaking one or two in the evening after the kids are in bed. Yes, I have quite the sweet tooth. Did you know that YumEarth offers specially marked bags of candy for … [Read more...]
Tips for an Effective Spring Clean
When spring arrives you tend to have a more enthusiastic attitude and often this is the time you choose to completely freshen up your home. Spring is an excellent time for de-cluttering and for taking all those summer items out of storage and giving them a good clean. I was just sharing this last week how we finished organizing our game closet and linen closet. We have the craft closet, kitchen cupboards, and garage also on our Spring clean list. Do you spring clean? While you are doing all of … [Read more...]
Easy Strawberry Fudge Recipe
First things first, where are my fudge fans? I LOVE fudge and I have the easiest strawberry fudge recipe for you all today. Did you know you could make fudge with frosting? Yes! In fact, this strawberry fudge has only two ingredients. How can you not make this easy and delicious fudge? It's perfect for Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day -- honestly anytime. Strawberry Fudge Recipe Ingredients 1 (16 oz) Container Strawberry Frosting 12 oz White Chocolate Almond Bark *Optional: … [Read more...]
Going Green: Tips for an Energy Efficient Home
Going green is sweeping the nation both in businesses and at the home. In the today’s world, reducing the carbon footprint should be everyone’s responsibility. You can do your part around the house to not only create an eco-friendly environment, but eventually lead to lower electric and water bills. If you are thinking of turning your home green, here are some simple tips. [Tweet " In the today’s world, reducing the carbon footprint should be everyone’s responsibility."] Start … [Read more...]
