I’m a huge fan of puzzle games, if not for myself, then definitely for my kids. I love when they are playing, having fun and learning without realizing it. Quadroids is a super unique game! This game is going to stretch your brain! Quadroids is a single-player puzzle platformer with a twist! Don’t be fooled […]
Featured Posts
Lawn Mowing Simulator Switch Review
Lawn Mowing Simulator, launching March 14, is a game rated E for everyone. This game is so much fun. My teen son was the first to try this game. He though since he mows our lawn in real life he was the best candidate to figure out the switch game. It is so much fun. […]
“Highwater,” Switch Game Review
I recently was able to try the game “Highwater,” which arrives on Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on March 14. This game is an interesting “chillout voyage across a climate apocalypse.” Though a little creepy, with some foul language (we played with the sound […]
Recipes
Red Hot Love Cake
Spice up a plain pound cake with some red hots to make this Red Hot Love Cake (insert the Daniel Tiger song “We’re Making a Love Cake”). The pound cake recipe is from Paula Deen so you know it’s good! Ingredients 1/2 pound (2 sticks) butter, plus more for pan 1/2 cup vegetable shortening […]
How to Make Salt Dough Ornaments
It’s that time of year again. The radios are playing holiday tunes non-stop, the shopping malls are full of great ideas for all of your closest friends and family and the tree is up and decorated. But wait a minute, there’s something wrong with that last part: you have more tree than ornaments. With all […]
Rich Homemade Hot Chocolate
Thanks to DairyPure Milk for sponsoring this post. The recipe and opinions are my own. Having hot chocolate is my favorite kind of breakfast. During the Winter months my kids also ask for hot chocolate quite frequently. I’m sure during Winter break drinking hot chocolate together will be a daily occurrence. While the store bought packets […]
Halloween Party Snack Ideas
It’s almost Halloween, do you have plans? If you are hosting a party for friends or even just your family, here are a some Halloween party snack ideas! This year is my first year homeschooling, so it’s up to me to be the awesome room mom and make a fun class party. I decided to […]
Halloween Spooktacular Feast Ideas
This post has been sponsored by Tyson Foods, Inc. All opinions are my own. Halloween is a big deal at my house. Besides the obvious reasons to love Halloween (hello piles of candy!) my kids love it because we have always made it a big deal. We try to do family themed costumes, eat themed […]
Rolo Brownie Bites
I love simple desserts that look impressive. These types of desserts are easy to make but they look complicated and they can impress your friends. These Rolo Brownie Bites can be super simple, or a little more involved depending on how you choose to make them. These are my perfect dessert because they are so easy with the […]
Crafts
St. Patrick’s Day Crossword Puzzle Printable
My kids love it when I get really into holidays. I try to spread the celebrations out so that it builds the excitement for the holiday that is coming. Today I have a St. Patrick’s Day crossword puzzle for you to print for your kids. The questions are easy enough that it can be […]
You Brighten My Day Valentine Card
Sometimes a Valentine’s Day card doesn’t have a play on words (like our Starburst or Airheads cards) with the candy at all. Sometimes the color of the candy offers the inspiration. Perfectly yellow, little drops of sunshine inspired our “You Brighten My Day” homemade Valentine card. These cute handouts will be for my son’s Kindergarten […]
Love is in the ‘Air’ Valentine Card
Ever year we try to think of cute, creative and clever Valentine’s to make our children for their school parties. My husband and I look at the candy available and then think of cheesy sayings and designs to put them on. This year, my daughter is getting a heart card with an Airhead mini […]
Kids Valentines Cards You’re a Beary Good Friend
It’s our favorite time of year – time to make cheesy homemade Kids Valentines Cards. My kids look forward to this every year. My husband and I come up with several ideas and they decide which they want to take to school. This year the overwhelming favorite from all our options was this darling paper […]
High Five Valentine
If the choice is between a candy Valentine and a noisy Valentine, which do you choose? If you picked noisy, then stick around and I’ll show you how to make these darling DIY High Five Valentine printables featuring a small hand clapper toy for your kids. These were a huge hit in my kid’s […]
Starburst Valentine’s Day Card
It’s time to start thinking about what Valentines your child wants to take to school. This is a really fun and easy Valentine that your child can give to all their friends. Once you have the card printed your kids can help cut, glue on the stars and tape on the candy. Step 1 – […]
Travel
6 Places Not to Miss in Alaska
Alaska is easily one of the prettiest and hardest states to visit. What makes it the Last Frontier is that the majority of the state is uninhabited and still essentially wild. Here are 6 Places Not to Miss in Alaska when you visit! This list is just what you need to get started planning the […]
Family Reunion Planning for Beginners
This post was inspired by Dolly Parton’s Stampede. They provided media rate tickets for my family reunion later this summer. Stay tuned for more about Dolly Parton’s Stampede. Family reunions have been a part of my life since I was an early teen. Since there are seven kids in my family and I’m the youngest, […]
Planning a Trip to Branson
My family loves visiting Branson, Missouri. So much that we visit every year at least once. As summer begins to approach and I already have our resort stay booked, I’m beginning to plan activities for the week we are there. I love planning our trip to Branson. Favorite Attractions Some of our favorite things to […]
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Took a Disney Cruise
Are you ready to board one of the greatest cruise lines there is? A Disney Cruise is an experience like no other, and one that you will never forget. If you have yet to take a Disney Cruise and want to be sure you are leaving no stone unturned, take a look below at 10 […]
Health
Understanding the Benefits of Life Insurance With No Medical Exam
One often-overlooked aspect of financial and future planning is life insurance, a crucial tool that offers protection and peace of mind. While traditional life insurance policies require medical examinations that can be time-consuming and sometimes restrictive, a modern solution has gained popularity: no medical exam life insurance. A few years ago, when going through all […]
Simple Tips for Staying Healthy During Pregnancy
If you have recently found out that you are pregnant, there is a lot to prepare for in the coming months. Above all else, your health and the health of your baby takes top priority. While there’s no official rulebook for expectant mothers, there are steps you can take to minimize risks, plan for the […]
6 Tips to Keep You Looking & Feeling Great
If you’re a mother, you know the joyful responsibility of raising a child to be a happy, healthy individual. There can be moments in which you wish for some quiet time, but that doesn’t change the fact that motherhood is one of the most rewarding occupations in the world. When life bears down particularly […]
7 Beauty Hacks for Busy Moms
Being a mom is a full-time job! For mothers juggling work, home chores, and children’s care, the situation is even worse. With such a schedule, it is easy for one to forget about oneself. However, this need not be the case. As a mom, you should try and take care of yourself by minding what […]