Is it just my household, or is life super crazy right now? Kids are in school, competitive soccer is in full swing, kids are getting signed up for music lessons, and the Keith is job hunting. That’s only the half of it! When I’m feeling stressed, chocolate is my medicine of choice. Dark chocolate does […]
Back-to-School Family Calendar and After School Routine
Is anyone else struggling to stay sane (and organized) this summer? Typically I let our school year structure go, and take things easy over the summer, but I’m finding it may be backfiring because I can’t get the kids to do anything! I take that back – they’re in for all things fun, of course! […]
Instant Pot Hawaiian Haystacks
Summers are for quick and easy meals that don’t heat up the kitchen. My family especially loves bars – salad bars, potato bars, and any kind of bar where everyone can build their own dish. I supply the entree and lots of fixings and toppings so everyone can build their meal to their liking. A […]
How to Build Confidence in Teens
I was asked to participate in the #ClearlyConfident campaign, sponsored by Clearasil® at Walgreens. Although I have been compensated, all opinions are my own. Raising teenagers is so very different than raising elementary-aged kiddos. Once our kids hit puberty, it’s a whole new ballgame, and one that should be dealt with delicately. My oldest is […]
Garden Veggie Recipes – Delicious Dishes Recipe Party 80
By now, everyone’s gardens should be thriving and growing loads of wholesome produce. If you don’t have a green thumb, but like to take advantage of the summer’s bounty, then we’ve got just the thing for you – green thumb or not! When it’s hot out, I prefer to eat light, so it’s very fitting […]
Celebrate National Friendship Day Like Victoria & Abdul
Over the past week or so, Keith and I have been talking a lot about friendship and what it means to have good friends. I for one like to think of Keith as my best friend, because what better way to have a great marriage than to be married to your best friend? We’ve also […]
5 Real World Mom Reasons to Save Box Tops for Education
This is a sponsored post with compensation received from General Mills. As always, all opinions are my own. Summer is winding down, Back-to-school time is right around the corner, and thus ends our carefree lazy days of summer. As I start to think about going back to school, I reflect on some of our “problem […]
Favorite Grilling Recipes – Delicious Dishes Recipe Party 79
It’s STILL over 100° outside, but our summer vacation is coming to an end. In my mind, we had a couple weeks left of summer, but a few days ago I discovered school starts next week. Did you hear that? NEXT WEEK! While I’m fairly ready to get the kids back into a routine, and […]
The Easiest Way to Earn Money for Your School
I’m the type of school-parent who loves to help out, but doesn’t want to be the mom in charge. Sure I’ll help the PTA and the PTC, but don’t make me president. Call me up to help throw a party or drive kids to a field trip, or come up with some fundraising opportunities. Now […]
Tips to Help Your Dog Cope with Life Changes
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The J.M. Smucker Company. The opinions and text are all mine. Our dog is family and I’m sure many of you feel the same way about your pets. Sometimes we forget what sensitive creatures dogs are, but they are so perceptive and pick up […]