Yesterday was one of those days when I just had no idea what I was going to make for dinner, so I decided to throw together something with things I had on hand and just wing it. (That last sentence sounds as if that is an unusual thing for me, doesn’t it? It actually happens…
I have a project for you today that is pretty and versatile and would make a cute Valentine, Christmas, Easter treat or teacher gift or (insert occasion!), filled with candy or little trinkets. You can even turn them upside down to make cute cone Christmas tree decorations, make great paper carrots for Easter, or the perfect May…
Hello! I’m writing from my heart today. I haven’t often talked about the children my family sponsors through Compassion International. I used to think talking about our sponsorships might appear a little prideful, maybe even self serving. As in, “look at us – look at the good we are doing.” Now, though, I see how many opportunities I’ve missed to share about…
Just a quick post today to share a sweet idea with the coffee lovers. It’s a really easy peppermint mocha recipe. Very simple, but so good. I’m sure many of you have done this already, but if not, prepare to be happy. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will earn a commission if you…
Have you struggled when choosing just the right gift for someone? Special gifts that will be treasured can take some extra thought, but giving a gift that is especially suited to a person is worth the effort I know that Christmas can be grossly commercial and “stuff”oriented. But I love the spirit of giving, and the warmth, love,…
A few posts before this one, I shared one of my all time favorite recipes for Pumpkin Muffins. Since then, my daughter told me about a recipe she had seen online for “2 Ingredient Muffins.” It’s so easy. And they actually taste good. (Not as good as my family recipe, of course! But still…
Although it might seem intimidating, it is possible to learn how to groom a dog. Read on for some tips about dog grooming and how to groom a Yorkie. Update: Sadly our precious Sunny passed in September, 2022, at age 16. We miss her terribly, but I hope these tips will help you. This post…
You’ve seen these storage cubes, right? Great for organization and storage – open them up and toss things in. And that’s it. Or maybe that’s not it. Did you know there are some ways to use a storage cube for organization that you might not have thought of? You can get a lot more storage in…
If you have kids interested in getting a guinea pig, this is some info you may want to read first (trust me.) This post contains affiliate links which means I will earn a commission if you purchase through them, at no extra cost to you. I have to admit, when my daughter was 11 and asked if…
Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite things about fall with you – my tried and true pumpkin muffin recipe. It’s one of my favorite recipes ever. It makes people happy when I bring it to parties. I think it’s the best because it’s a sweet and moist pumpkin bread, and aren’t family recipes always the…
Choosing a homeschool curriculum can be overwhelming. Whether you’re just starting out and choosing an elementary program or choosing high school books, there are so many choices. As a former homeschool parent, I hope some of my experiences will help you through the process. (Both of my “kids” are now 20-something college graduates!) I was…
Have you ever wondered if songs could help your children learn, during your homeschool day? The answer is definitely yes! Multisensory learning is so important and helps information stick. Using music in your homeschool day is always a plus. As a homeschool family for many of my kids’ school years, one of the best aspects…