by Rebecca Alwine As a military spouse, I’ve have the unique experience of parenting alone more times than I ever imagined. Some compare it to being a single parent, but I do not agree. Yes, in that moment, I am the only parent at home, but that is not a fair representation of the support I get from my husband. Emotional support, financial support, and parenting support, while often communicated through Skype or a phone call, is still support I get that a single parent wouldn’t. So for those … [Read more...]
Vegan Peanut Butter Balls Recipe
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #StartWithJifPowder #CollectiveBias, As I reflect back on my food choices in 2015, I realize I didn't do too bad. I am not going to beat myself up - I lost weight, I gained it back, I lost it again. I am starting 2016 feeling positive about my health and making great food choices. I don't weight more in 2016 than I did in 2015 - which might be a first in a long time. I am proud of … [Read more...]
Easy Chocolate Banana Smoothie Recipe
We're always rushing in the morning. Always. My kids often ask for large breakfast items, and you know what? They don't ever finish them before we need to leave for school. I want them to have a nutritious breakfast but I need quick things - a smoothie recipe that is simple and nutritious is a great answer! Do your kids love a tasty smoothie recipe? My daughter and son are in two different schools and they are both doing very well - at the top of their class. I want to fuel their day and … [Read more...]
Simple Panda Valentine Box for Kids
In honor of the release of Kung Fu Panda 1 and 2, and of course the soon to be released in theaters Kung Fu Panda 3, I wanted to share a fun and easy panda bear craft for Valentine's Day. I got inspiration from two website: Plaid and Crafty Morning for this simple Panda Bear Valentine Box for Kids! The materials are simple for this easy Valentine craft: empty box construction paper cardstock paper scissors glue and tape Wrap the box in black construction paper. Cut out … [Read more...]
8th Birthday Pool Party (in the winter!)
Last month my Princess turned 8! We gave her a choice of party ideas and she chose to have a birthday pool party. We have a local pool that you can rent, before it is open to the public. They have a warmer kiddie pool with a beach style entrance and a water slide. They also have the main pool with lap lanes. There is also a very deep pool with a diving board. We had the pool for 2 hours and invited her classmates and their families. We had a lot of fun. The kids were happy as well as the … [Read more...]
15+ Free Printable Valentine’s Day Treat Bag Toppers
I like simple things that look like I put a lot of work into them. Printable treat bag toppers are exactly the kind of Valentine that I like sending my daughter to school with. What about you? What does you kid bring to school for Valentine's Day? Let your child have the cutest Valentine's to pass out to their friends at school and after school activities. They can color their own, or print out these free printables. Either way you can create the best Valentine's. Also, some of these may … [Read more...]
5 Easy Gifts for Valentines Day (For Him)
Yes, the most romantic day of the year is coming, and it is just the right time to start talking about the ways how you can pamper your beloved one nicely. Of course, getting your significant other a luxurious gifts for Valentines is always an option, but for some people finances a little bit smaller, and they basically can’t afford huge gifts. But do not worry if you are one of these people! In fact, I just found and going to share five perfect Valentine’s Day gift ideas you can totally try … [Read more...]
