Since today is dark and rainy at my house, I thought I'd share a few fun activities to do with your kids (or grandkids) to help a rainy day not be a gloomy one! Make sure whatever activity you choose is age appropriate. :) My two youngest asked to make playdough today, so let's start with different playdough recipes! Easy Edible Frosting Playdough This only requires frosting, powdered … [Read more...] about Rainy Day Activities
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Shoe Storage Ideas
These days, most of us have lots of shoes...casual, dressy, seasonal, sport etc... and often wonder where is the best place to store and organize them? I suppose I'm the worst offender at my house as far as the amount of shoes I have. My kids have flip flops, boots, a pair of shoes for church and sneakers, and my hubby has several pairs of sneakers, a few dress shoes, and a pair of boots. I, on … [Read more...] about Shoe Storage Ideas
Getting Things Done When You Struggle with Fatigue
I often hear from other moms, "There's just not enough time and energy to get everything done!" And while we do all have the same amount of time in a day, we all have different levels of energy. Energy varies a lot due to stages of life, stresses of life, health, nutrition, lack of sleep, certain medications and the number of responsibilities we have. I've struggled for years to manage my … [Read more...] about Getting Things Done When You Struggle with Fatigue
20 Edible Easter Treats for Kids
Easter is a special time for my family because of our faith. We believe that after dying on the cross for the sins of the world, Jesus rose again, and is now preparing a place for us in heaven. So we've never promoted the easter bunny to our kids, but we do still enjoy making colorful, sweet, traditional "Easter/Spring" treats! Also, my mom always hosts a huge egg hunt, where she fills dozens … [Read more...] about 20 Edible Easter Treats for Kids
Free Printable Valentine’s Day Cards
Valentine's Day is coming up, and I know a lot of us complain about the "commercialization" of it all. However, sometimes our lives get so full, we don't take the time to stop, and really cherish and focus on our loved ones. So Valentine's Day kind of forces our hand, in a good way. However, that doesn't have to mean a ton of money! Greeting cards seem to start at $4 and go up, and the … [Read more...] about Free Printable Valentine’s Day Cards
Free Printable Chore Charts
Sometimes I'm "going strong" in getting my kids to help out with basic chores, and other times I get sidetracked and end up doing things myself. At the time it seems easier. In reality though, even though it is easier sometimes in the short term, in the long term it's essential for our children to learn how to do things around the house, so they won't grow up to be adults without any life … [Read more...] about Free Printable Chore Charts
Reese’s Puffs Peanut Butter Balls
I like having ingredients on hand for a quick no bake dessert. It's nice for an "emergency" sweet tooth, or for when guests stop by unexpectedly. Rice crispy treats are often my go to no-bake dessert, which works great because the main ingredients store so well. I have a couple of special rice crispy treats recipes that I like! Peanut Butter & Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats Confetti Cake … [Read more...] about Reese’s Puffs Peanut Butter Balls
25 Non-Scary Halloween Costume Ideas
Halloween for us has always been a fun family tradition. We've always steered away from the scary gruesome costumes and decorations, and instead embraced the carving pumpkins, drinking apple cider, pizza party and fun costumes part of Halloween. It's usually a large family affair, with my parents, and brother and sister's families coming over, and we pass out candy and pencils with a Bible verse … [Read more...] about 25 Non-Scary Halloween Costume Ideas