DIY Cheese Crackers that are out of this world!
Learn how to make simple, yet yummy cheese crackers your whole family will love.
Author: Marci
Happy Mother Goose Day!
Did you know that May 1st is National Mother Goose Day? There are a few different accounts of who the real Mother Goose was, but one thing is certain, she has had an impact on children around the world for generations. In 1697, an Italian author named Charles Perrault, gathered ten fairy tales and published…
Amazing DIY Centerpiece- including chalkboard paint recipe.
I remember when I was in 4-H as a kid. Mrs. Orosco was our “Foods” leader and one of the classes was on creating centerpieces. For those who participated in 4-H Favorite Foods Day, we were actually judged on the food, the menu, and the table setting. I received a medal the year I rocked…
Hyperventilating Happens- 2nd of 5 posts from Empty Nest series
~ The below is an excerpt from my book Empty Nest: Strategies To Help Your Kids Take Flight ~ this is post 2 of a 5 week series. I wasn’t surprised when Nathan expressed interest in enlisting in the Marine Corps; I just wasn’t expecting such a huge announcement to be made at the dinner table….
Ready or not, graduation is around the corner.
It seems like the school year picks up speed after Spring break, especially if you have a graduating senior. I just finished putting away Easter decorations and now it is time to get ready for something else. Graduation! In just six weeks Amy will be walking across the stage in cap and gown to receive…
7 Things To Do When MOM Gets The Flu!
If I could pick a theme song that sums up this week, it would be Kermit the Frog singing “It’s not easy being green”. Not that I felt as lucky as a four leaf clover or had an inkling to kiss the Blarney stone, but green as in YUCK to the second power. And I…
Going Bananas! Perfect RECIPE for muffins or banana bread.
I don’t know about your family, but we eat a lot of fruit at our house, especially when we had all six kiddos at home. A LOT! Do the math.. 8 people X 2 fruits a day = 16. Now imagine a week. That’s right, 112 pieces a week! I often bought a case of…
Happy National Sibling Day!
We have a big family. My husband, John, and I have 6..yes SIX kids. We are the original parents and for those who are already wondering..it is not a religious thing. When people asked if we were done at six, I usually responded, “No, we were done at four, but the last two were just…
What the heck is a LOQUAT, and why would I put it on my toast?
Learning to can is easy and rewarding, especially if you can use the fruit growing in your own front yard.
