I am one of those moms who can't until school starts again. I like when our family is on a schedule. A schedule that we stick to day in and day out. Our family just runs more smoothly on a schedule. Plus, it helps with my own anxiety levels when everything runs smoothly. But, I'll be honest these few weeks right before school have been busy. Too busy. In fact, I skipped a trip to the Oregon coast with my husband because I just have too much to do. I am craving a quiet moment. Craving it! So … [Read more...]
Summer Snacks for the Whole Family
Each summer our reservation qualifies for an outdoor activity grant. So all tribal members who exercise, including the children, get $10 each week in the form of a gift certificate to our local farm stand. Cha Ching! We've been getting $30 each week for eight weeks to buy fresh fruits and vegetables. Isn't that awesome? Thankfully, our favorite summer snacks include fruit. When the summer began we were getting a lot of strawberries and raspberries. Then, it was blueberries and apricots. Now … [Read more...]
Packing His Carry-On Essentials
My husband and I will have our first trip away from both of your kids in less than two weeks! I am pretty excited. I love my kids, but man do I need a vacation! Three nights in Austin, Texas - just the two of us. Yippeee!!! My husband loves to pack light. He packs his own suitcase and I have little say in what he brings. I usually bring a lot of outfits; I can never decide what I want to wear. But, this time with the heat of Austin in the end of June, I think I'll bring summer dresses. I am … [Read more...]
Christian Sports Theme Treat Bag Topper
I have some great memories of Vacation Bible School in the summer, or VBS, as a child. Did you go to VBS as a kid?We have worked with many churches now that my husband is in ministry that have had AMAZING VBS programs full of children. I haven't seen a Sports Themed VBS until recently. Will you be hosting a sports themed birthday party or VBS this Summer? If so, then here is a fun and easy printable treat bag topper for you! Christian Sports Theme Treat Bag Topper The back of the treat … [Read more...]
On-the-Go? How About Easy Breakfast Biscuits?
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post with Honey Bunches of Oats and Sverve. All opinions are mine. My mornings are busy. Getting both kids ready and out the door by 7:20 am is not easy when you are not a morning person. Ugh, will I ever be a morning person? Grab and go breakfast options are necessary in a house like mine that's for sure. My daughter and I are not big breakfast eaters and there are many mornings that she and my Little Man are both eating something in our minivan. … [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...]
