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An Open Letter to Graduates

Something about the graduation season makes me a little nostalgic. So, I thought I'd write An Open Letter to Graduates in big sister chat mode! I think I reflect on who I was at 18 or 22. And with a Little Man of my own, I can't even begin to think about...

May 13, 2020

An open letter to the Class of 2018. Graduation is upon you...but you have the rest of your life ahead of you. Let me share a few "big sister" moments and thoughts with you. #graduationthoughts #lettertograduate #encourgementforgraduation

Holidays Solutions

Relaxing and Restoring Bath Salts

Bath salts are such an easy way to turn a long day into a relaxing evening. Just 2 tablespoons of this Relaxing and Restoring Bath Salts added to bathwater can help calm your thoughts, restore peace and some moisture, and clear your mind before bed or for a midday...

May 6, 2020

Ingredients and Tips for Making your own Relaxing Epsom Bath Salts | Relaxing and Restoring Bath Salts are a great handmade and DIY gift for Mother's Day or Valentine's Day and make a great activity to get your toddler involved in making gifts for others.

Family/Parenting Recipes Solutions

Tried and True Family Meals

Given all the extra menu planning we are doing, I thought I'd share with you some of my Tried and True Family Meals. At the beginning of January, my sister-in-law and I started a new group on Facebook, sharing meal ideas through a weekly theme. I've seen so many...

May 1, 2020

50+ Family Meal Ideas for everyday weeknight dinners or new options to get your out of a meal planning rut. Most of these healthy dinners are kid friendly and easy on the budget. #familydinner #weeknightmeals #familymealplans #weeknightdinner #mealplanning

Holidays Recipes

Chile Lime Snack Mix

Cinco de Mayo is kinda like Valentine's Day, it's on the calendar every year no matter what else is going on. And, if I like anything, I enjoy celebrating a good food holiday. I'm sad that our community's Fiesta Fest got pushed back this spring, but that doesn't...

Apr 29, 2020

Chile Lime Snack Mix is a smokey and tangy take on a traditional cereal snack mix. Its the perfect addition to a Cinco de Mayo fiesta, Mexican food party or just as a snack through the summer with back porch cocktails. #cincodemayo #barfood #chexmix #snackmix

Encouragement Solutions

How to support Small Businesses while social distancing

Man, we are living through such an interesting time. I've met my new niece via FaceTime, I've attended a baby shower on Zoom and I just finished designing a "trucker friendly" dining guide for my local community. Our local business owners and fellow citizens need...

Apr 22, 2020

These tips for supporting small businesses during social distancing will help your owners stay open and your community survive in hard times. #smallbusiness #growingcommunity #communityresources

Family/Parenting Solutions

DIY Tin Can Wind Chime

Ok, I'm over it. Yes, the cranky and the quarantine, but even more all the trash. This DIY Tin Can Wind Chime Craft for Kids is an easy craft/activity to do with your family by turning trash into recycled goods along the way. And, a great way to explore Earth Day...

Apr 15, 2020

Earth Day Activity for Kids and Families | Recycled Can Wind Chime is a fun DIY craft and activity for kids and families for Earth day, spring cleaning, Vacation Bible School or using materials at home while on quarantine. #materialsupcycling #diycraftforkids #recycledmaterials #earthdaycraft #earthdayactivity

Family/Parenting Holidays Solutions

Easter Cards and Craft Ideas with a Toddler

Our extra time social distancing and sheltering down has brought a big need for new activities and lots of creativity. We've tried to use the time wisely to make ahead some Easter cards and crafts and send fun mail to our family and friends. So, what have we been...

Apr 8, 2020

Toddler Friendly Art and Craft Projects at Home | Making Easter cards and crafts with your toddler can be as easy as pulling boxes out of the recycle bin and practicing shapes and colors with new art supplies. #toddlercraft #toddlerart #preschoolcraft #recycledart

Holidays Recipes Solutions

Pineapple Au Gratin Casserole

Sometimes you just make something and it blows their minds. Like they take a scoop from the potluck line thinking its hashbrown casserole and instead it's a fruity side, but they aren't mad about it. Pineapple Au Gratin Casserole is that side dish! I'm sharing this...

Apr 1, 2020

Pineapple Au Gratin Casserole is a perfect side dish for a Sunday dinner, family holiday gathering, Easter or Christmas spread. Canned pineapple mixed with cheddar cheese and topped with Ritz crackers will blow your mind.

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