It’s not October until all of the fall and pumpkin goodies hit the Trader Joe’s shelves! And if you’re a seasoned Trader Joe’s shopper, you know they go FAST! So if you find a favorite, jump back in the car and go stock up. My little guy and I took one for the team and purchased {almost} every fall product we could find. I skipped the items I knew my family wouldn’t enjoy, so this post does not include the […]
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Summertime calls for cold refreshing drinks! I’ve been dreaming of all things summer for months! And now we’re here and I realize just how important those cool icy cocktails are… because I’m 36 weeks pregnant and hot all.the.time! Growing this sweet baby has been no excuse not to enjoy a fun drink. Thanks to Simply Limeade, I’ve recreated some of my favorite summertime drinks into a mocktail version suitable for mommas, kids and anyone inbetween! You can make these as […]
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Only going to the grocery store every 7-10 days teaches you a whole new world of cooking. How can you get the most flavor with fewest ingredients? How can you buy food that will last that long? Over the past month of Covid-19, we’ve appreciated some of our favorite family meals for new reasons and have found ways to make the most of our pantry and freezer stash. The following recipes are family favorites. Some healthy, some hearty, some crazy […]
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We all love Taco Tuesdays. It’s the easy weeknight meal that makes everyone happy. Taco Night is sometimes a last minute decision for us – but that’s no reason for it not to be a fiesta. Here are 5 easy ways to take your next taco night to the next level. 1. Make a flavored sour cream Sour cream is a go-to taco topping, but it also serve as a flavor packing vehicle! Add a few dashes of chipotle hot […]
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This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy here. Last month our toddler made homemade butter at preschool. When I picked him up, all of his teachers raved about how excited he got over the process. (I honestly think it was just the churn, but hey, we’ll go with all of it!) We’re working really hard on our “b” sounds in speech therapy, so I thought this was the perfect project to try at home! We’re trying […]
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A handprint keepsake craft always piques my attention. We’ve done our fair share of painted handprint and footprint crafts, but not too may clay imprints. My two and a half year old’s little hands are growing much too fast, so opportunities for small projects are quickly fleeting! So when I never got around to making Christmas ornaments with the air-dry clay I bought back in November, I started thinking up Valentine’s gifts for the grandmas. The only idea that stuck […]
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I’m always on the lookout for fun, easy and effective crafts to do with my toddler. So when we did our fall watercolor pumpkin stamping and it WORKED, I knew we’d be repeating the process many times over! This painting method is incredibly easy, versatile and relatively mess free. If you have a child with sensory aversions, then it’s a winner too – it’s just colored water! Supplies Cardstock, Scissors, Craft Paint, Small Cups, Straws, Paper Plate, Water Safety scissors […]
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Like most, we kick off the year with healthy eating every January. It all started the year we got married when we gave Whole30 a try for the first time. Who knew it would turn into a good premarital lesson of balancing how to encourage each other without scolding?!? Each round brought new favorite recipes that have become staples throughout the year. A house favorite has lovingly been dubbed “Love Rub Chicken” – the secret weapon being “Mama’s Love Rub.” […]
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I have a confession. I was 30 years old when I realized not all cranberry sauce is canned. It’s true. I had no idea that homemade cranberry sauce was a thing… and even more so that it was EASY to make! And now I’m never going back to canned again. Silly me thought that the bags of cranberries in the grocery store were for floating candle decor and homemade garland. So when I purchased my first bag with the intent […]
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A nice warm cup of hot tea is good for the soul. A spiced tea latte mix that takes minutes to prepare and give you a special warm drink for several days? Now that’s next level! This post contains affiliate links. I’m reading through Grumpy Mom Takes a Holiday by Val Woerner with a group of mommas right now. Last week we discussed a chapter on self-care. Self-care is a popular buzz word these days. Though it looks different for […]
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