books & projects for every day life & learning
You know what we have a lot of in the pantry? Cereal. Know why? There have been some great cereal sales lately! Now my {personal} “rule” for purchasing cereal is {about} a dollar a box after sales and coupons. Occassionally I’ll make exceptions, but rarely, and I NEVER spend more than $1.50 a box. Ever. Ahhhh, the luxurious life of a couponer. Actually, it’s hard to believe I used to pay double that before I started couponing.
“You tell your story and I’ll get mine.”
DIY felt flowers
A question jar is the perfect way to turn off the TV and inspire good conversation. Plus, it’s fun and makes a great sugar-free gift for friends and neighbors.
When I scored Stovetop for $0.25 a box, Kelleigh sent me this meatloaf recipe with the claim that it was the BEST and easiest meatloaf and that I had to try it. Well I did. I used to think I made pretty amazing meatloaf. But she was right. This really is the BEST meatloaf I’ve ever had! Really. It’s that good. (And sooooo easy!!) Please don’t let the bad photo
‘Tis the season and our family has been talking a lot about gratitude. Many family lessons and dinner conversations have been on saying thank you and noticing the blessings we have. I admit, it means a lot to hear my five-year-old thank me for dinner instead of complaining about what I made. During one of our discussions on thankfulness we made a gratitude garland. Here’s how: 1. Cut out various leaf shapes from felt. (If
Simple DIY Halloween-themed craft
You may remember I was planning a carnival-themed birthday party for my three kiddos. I had lots of requests to post pictures, so here are a few details all about the carnival-themed party food. The Menu Mini Pigs in a Blanket BBQ Beef sliders Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Chips Veggies and dip Pinwheels Caramel Apples drizzled with chocolate (take home gift) Red Velvet and Cream Cheese Cake Balls dipped in
