We have had a bit of a problem over the summer with the boys fighting in the van. Anytime we drive anywhere, there is a fight. We have rearranged seats, had consequences, and I have pulled over more times than I care to remember. So when the first two mornings back to school consisted of […]
Me: “Aren’t you SO excited for school to start again?!” Chandler: “You are only excited for us to go so you can get a break from us.” Me: “Noooo…I just want you to be well educated!” Chandler: “And go out for coffee with your friends.” Me: “uhhhh…welllll….you want some ice cream?!” Chandler: “YEP.”
Thanks to American Express for sponsoring my writing today about small businesses. American Express is presenting Small Business Saturday, a way to honor the local merchants who are the backbone of the economy, this Saturday, November 27. They’re offering statement credits to people who shop at small businesses, advertising for small-business owners, and donations to […]
I haven’t posted here on my own blog in awhile because I’ve been busy sharing recipes over at Kids VT! Here are a few of my latest yummy creations….check out the Kids VT Blog for more! Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes Homemade Shells & Cheese Buffalo Chicken Soup Smothered Burritos
When we first toured this house my biggest concern were the bathtubs. They were in such horrid shape! I wasn’t sure if they could be saved and I knew there was no money in our budget to replace them. New bathtubs are expensive, you guys! I had to decide if I was going to be […]
I appreciate Summer break. I really do. This time and season for us though has been crazy. We are all ready for some normal. We need school to start again. But we still have a couple of weeks. The boys are tired of each other. They need a break from being home, working on house […]
My go-to recipe for chicken pot pie is one that I fall back on all the time. When things are busy and I need a quick meal that I know everyone will enjoy, I go to this one. My kids love those frozen pot pies with the crust that you can get in the freezer […]
I haven’t posted any parenting advice lately so I thought I’d pass on this little snippet of great insight from my favorite parenting site, Love and Logic. At Love and Logic® we believe that kids are best prepared for the real world when we allow them to do as much thinking as possible. It’s good […]
This post is sponsored by Tempur-Pedic, the brand millions of owners trust to deliver their best night’s sleep every night. Enjoy our Buy 2, get 1 free pillow offer now and give the gift of custom comfort to someone you love. I love the word comfy. My middle son, Chase, pronounces it “comfty”. How adorable […]
Thanks to Duncan Hines for sponsoring my writing. There’s no limit to the baking possibilities, so grab your favorite Duncan Hines mix and Comstock or Wilderness fruit fillings and Bake On! www.duncanhines.com You guys know that one of my favorite things to do is bake desserts! With the Holidays here I thought it would be […]