Before I became a parent, I had no idea of the role knock-knock jokes, mad libs, and the like would one day play in my home. With a 6 year old and a 4 year old - these things are the stuff of magic around here. My kids think they are absolutely hilarious and just cannot get enough - ever. Which is why I asked our contributor MJ to put together a colorful Mad Libs style card that can be used for Mother's Day, Father's Day, Grandparents' Day, etc. Because I know the kids will want to fill them … [Read more...]
Parenting: Talking to Kids About Death
Image Credit: © Dylan Parker |Very Serious - DSC_2926 (Text added) | CC by 2.0 Happy Monday guys, hope your weekend was a good one. We spent ours trying out a new gymnastics class for the 4 year old (soon to be back-to-back with T-ball games for the 6 year old), new Sunday School classes for all three kids, and our first ever family bike ride with all five of us (including the newly 1-year-old in a trailer behind Dad). These new activities mark more than just a change in season for our … [Read more...]
Free eBook: Healthy Dressings & Marinade Recipes
I have been in the biggest lunch rut lately and I think a big part of it has been not being able to figure out a healthy, but still tasty, way to dress my salads. Then a few days ago, out of the blue and like a message from above, my favorite nutritionist Katie emailed me to say that her nutrition site, Prescribe Nutrition, had just put out a FREE ebook full of clean eating recipes for marinades and dressings. Whoo hoo! I've been chowing down on the 2-minute jar vinaigrette ever since - … [Read more...]
Kitchen Science: Easter Candy Experiments
Every year I get a little blindsided by Easter. Halloween I totally equate with lots of candy and general sugar overload, for sure. But when it comes to Easter, I think of dying boiled eggs and a big fancy brunch. What I always fail to remember, until it's upon me, are the mass amounts of chocolate my littles collect over the holiday, mainly at the neighborhood Easter egg hunt. Fortunately, my 6 and 4 year olds are slightly obsessed with experiments of all varieties right now and, it turns … [Read more...]
DIY Lego Art
Have you guys noticed that decorating kids' spaces can be one of the most interesting spots in the house to tackle? I think it's because I feel like I can go a little bolder, a little more creative, and a little more "outside the box" then I might in other rooms. Also, I'm not as afraid to DIY it - kids rooms are supposed to be about imagination and joy, not perfection, so it doesn't matter if my projects don't turn out professional grade. That being said, this ridiculously cool artwork … [Read more...]
Easy Braiding for Moms: The Crown Braid
Last week we posted our favorite Easter hairdos for girls (remember the ridiculously cute bunny bun?) and I promised we'd be back with a full video tutorial of our new go-to braid, the U-Shaped Crown Braid. Today, our contributor Kristin and I are here to deliver on that promise. Here's the full tutorial on how you can achieve this adorable look at home. This is a great beginner braid for all of us moms who want to meet our daughters' desire for beautiful braids but aren't quite sure how - … [Read more...]
15 Three-Ingredient Easter Treats
As evidenced by my post, Easter Dishes You Can Make With Your Slow Cooker, I like to keep it simple whenever I can and Easter is no exception. We're attending a neighborhood potluck/egg hunt again this year and I've been on the lookout for an easy treat to contribute. That hunt led me to create 3 Ingredient Easter Bark (#1 on the list) and to unearth 14 other ingenious Easter treats that only take three ingredients to whip up. Can you guess which one has candy corn as one of the … [Read more...]
18 Slow Cooker Dinners the Kids Will Actually Eat
The slow cooker is one of the most-used tools in my kitchen. I love being able to throw a meal together in advance and not have to attempt chopping vegetables while holding a small child (or fending one off at my feet). Not every kid feels the way I do about the slow cooker, and I can understand why. Some slow cooker meals come out looking like a pile of unrecognizable mush (especially those that go from freezer to slow cooker- time-savers don't always look appetizing). Not to worry, … [Read more...]
DIY Easter Centerpiece: Leather and Felt Colorblock Vases
I have to admit, with three small kids in the house, I don't have a lot of time for DIY projects anymore. These days I'm more about simple activities to keep the kids entertained more than pinterest-worthy crafts. There's something about spring, though, that always inspires me to want to do something to spruce up my abode. Even if it's something small. And, of course, Easter is always a great opportunity to get creative. I love this smart little project Julie put together for us. It's a … [Read more...]
Parenting: When 3-Year-Olds are Total Jerks
Image Credit: © Amy Kellogg | Tantrum (photo cropped and color edited) | CC by 2.0 I have to say I have grown quite smitten with our new parenting contributor, Jessica. (It was the poop post that did it.) Her relatable (and somewhat sarcastic) wit is right up my alley and I'm pretty sure we'd be fast friends if we lived in the same city. Today she's tackling the misnomer that is "the terrible twos". Asserting that it is, in fact, threes that deserve such a moniker. What do you think? For … [Read more...]
Spring Cleaning Sale & 4 Week Challenge Printable!
It's March and that can only mean two things. First, it's officially spring cleaning time. Second (and decidedly more fun), Spring Break is coming! Whether the idea of cleaning, sprucing and organizing fills you with glee or with dread - I've got two awesome offerings today to help you get it done quickly AND to enjoy all the extra free time with the kids. First on the list, MJ is here with a free "Project Organize Your ENTIRE Life" printable: our 4 week Spring Clean Challenge! It's a … [Read more...]
Make It: No-Sew Reusable Sandwich Holder
Lately our little family has been having what I like to call "a bit of a time". I mentioned last week that I went to visit my parents with the baby for my great aunt's funeral. That had already thrown our week a bit of course and then, the day after we came back, my sweet 4 year old was diagnosed with walking pneumonia. Then, I suppose because things happen in threes, right?, the disc slipped in my back again and I now find myself unable to walk or stand up straight (let alone pick up the … [Read more...]
Eco-friendly Re-usable Cleaning Cloths
I love the convenience of the disinfecting wipes that come in the nice little packages. But I don't like the chemicals that come in them, the waste that they produce, or the cost. Especially when my little ones are using them. Thankfully, the DIY versions are super easy to make and may even encourage the kids to help with the clean up. … [Read more...]
Super Simple Art: Stained Glass Paintings
My great aunt passed away at the age of 101 (she almost made it to 102) last week and baby M and I made a quick over-and-back trip for the funeral yesterday. It was actually a really nice trip but it meant that things have been pretty quite around here. … [Read more...]
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