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12 Awesome Mother's Day Gift Ideas

12 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas That She Will Actually Love

April 27, 2018 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Living Tagged With: gift guide, Mother's Day

Pretzel Berry Homemade Trail Mix

Super Easy Pretzel Berry Homemade Trail Mix

February 25, 2018 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Filed Under: Feeding Your Littles, Food & Drink, Getting Outside, Homemaking, Recipes

Best Cheese Fondue Recipes Ever

The Best Cheese Fondue Recipes Ever

February 12, 2018 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Food & Drink, Holiday and Gift Guides, Party Food Tagged With: cheese, fondue, recipes

Best Way to Organize Craft Supplies

The Best Way To Organize Craft Supplies

February 5, 2018 by Jennifer 2 Comments

Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, Homemaking, Living Tagged With: crafts, organization

Letting Go of the Pinterest Perfect Home

Letting Go Of The Pinterest Perfect Home

December 19, 2017 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Filed Under: Homemaking, Living Tagged With: homemaking, perfection

gifts for the foodie in your life

13 Fun Gifts for the Foodie in Your Life

December 12, 2017 by Jennifer 8 Comments

Filed Under: Holiday and Gift Guides, Living

20 Children's Books Written By Musicians

20 Children’s Books Written by Musicians

December 7, 2017 by Jennifer 3 Comments

Filed Under: Holiday and Gift Guides, Living, Parenting, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: books, kids, music

15 Gifts for the Guy Who Has Everything

15 Gifts for the Guy Who Has Everything

December 3, 2017 by Jennifer 8 Comments

Filed Under: Holiday and Gift Guides, Living Tagged With: gift guide, holidays

Peppermint White Russian

Peppermint White Russian – The Perfect Holiday Cocktail

November 26, 2017 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Drinks, Food & Drink, Holiday and Gift Guides, Party Food Tagged With: cocktail, holiday

Unique Unicorn Gifts

Unique Unicorn Gifts – A Gift Guide for the Unicorn Lover

November 22, 2017 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Filed Under: Holiday and Gift Guides, Living

Non Candy Trick or Treat Ideas

12 Non-Candy Trick-or-Treat Ideas | All the Fun Without the Sugar

October 10, 2017 by Jennifer 2 Comments

Filed Under: Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Living Tagged With: halloween, non candy, trick-or-treat

These are the cutest, best, kids books about the ocean!

Top 30 Kids Books About the Ocean – Bonus Bookplates and Coloring Book

September 12, 2017 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Filed Under: Holiday and Gift Guides, Parenting, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: kids books, ocean, reading

Trader Joe's Receipt

Trader Joe’s Price List vs. Local Chain Grocery Store – Which is Better?

September 5, 2017 by Jennifer 16 Comments

Filed Under: Food & Drink, Homemaking, Living, Money Tagged With: Trader Joe's Price List, Trader Joe's Pricing, trader joes

Hiking Trails in Utah

5 Awesome Hiking Trails in Utah

July 26, 2017 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Getting Outside, Living

16 Silly Kids Jokes - The Search for Imperfection

16 Silly Kid’s Jokes – Guaranteed to Get the Giggles Out

July 3, 2017 by Jennifer 2 Comments

Filed Under: Homemaking, Parenting, Random Musings, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: kids jokes

9 Camp Kitchen Accessories

9 Camp Kitchen Necessities – The Gear You Need Plus What To Leave at Home

June 22, 2017 by Jennifer 5 Comments

Filed Under: Getting Outside, Homemaking, Living Tagged With: camp gear, camp kitchen, camping

Is Good Enough Ever Really Good Enough?

Sometimes “Good Enough” Really IS “Good Enough”

June 15, 2017 by Jennifer 2 Comments

Filed Under: Living, Random Musings

15 Father's Day Gift Ideas that Don't Suck!

15 Father’s Day Gift Ideas That Don’t Suck – Get Him Something He Wants This Year!

May 27, 2017 by Jennifer 3 Comments

Filed Under: Holiday and Gift Guides, Living Tagged With: father's day, gift guide, gift ideas

Animal Shelter Donation Party

How to Throw an Animal Shelter Donation Birthday Party

May 11, 2017 by Jennifer 8 Comments

Filed Under: Favorites, Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Living, Parenting, Party Planning, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: animals, birthday party, donation party, party ideas

How to Find Time to Do It All

How to Find Time to Do It All – And Still Have Time for Yourself

May 2, 2017 by Jennifer 7 Comments

Filed Under: Living, Parenting, Random Musings, Working Parents Tagged With: habit of habits, life, priorities

Awesome Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

6 Awesome Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Every Day

April 21, 2017 by Jennifer 2 Comments

Filed Under: Getting Outside, Homemaking, Living, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: earth day, environment, gardening, solar

Non -Candy Easter Egg Fillers

24 Non-Candy Easter Egg Fillers That Are (Mostly) Eco-Friendly

April 5, 2017 by Jennifer 9 Comments

Filed Under: Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Living, Semi-Green Living, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: easter, egg fillers, non candy

You're Totally Awesomesauce

You’re Totally AwesomeSauce – Cute Kids Valentine with Free Printable

February 8, 2017 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Parenting, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: craft, kids, valentines

Valentine Coloring Page

Kids Valentine Printable Coloring Page – “You Color Me Happy”

February 2, 2017 by Jennifer 2 Comments

Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Parenting, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: coloring page, kids, printable, valentine

Homemade Christmas Fruit Snacks

Easy Healthy Homemade Fruit Snacks | Cute Christmas Shapes

December 22, 2016 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, Food & Drink, Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Recipes Tagged With: Christmas, diy, easy, fruit snacks, healthy, homemade, snacks

Candy Cane Reindeer Craft

Easy Candy Cane Reindeer Craft for Kids

December 17, 2016 by Jennifer 6 Comments

Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Parenting Tagged With: candy cane, Christmas, craft, holiday, reindeer

Spiked Cinnamon Eggnog French Toast

Spiked Cinnamon Eggnog French Toast

December 15, 2016 by Jennifer 2 Comments

Filed Under: Food & Drink, Holiday and Gift Guides, Recipes Tagged With: breakfast, cinnamon, eggnog, fireball, french toast

Warm Winter Rum Punch

Warm Winter (Local) Rum Punch – The Perfect Holiday Cocktail or Mocktail

December 13, 2016 by Jennifer 13 Comments

Filed Under: Drinks, Food & Drink, Holiday and Gift Guides Tagged With: cider, cocktail, cranberry, holiday, punch, rum

20 Awesome Green Gift Guide for both Him and Her

Top 20 “Green” Gift Guide for Both Him and Her

December 8, 2016 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Filed Under: Favorites, Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Living, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: eco friendly, gift guide, green, presents

19 Non Plastic Gifts for Kids

19 Non-Plastic Gifts for Kids – Great Alternatives to Plastic

November 5, 2016 by Jennifer 33 Comments

Filed Under: Favorites, Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Living, Parenting, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: Christmas, eco friendly, gifts, green, kids, presents, toys

Red Velvet Peppermint Christmas Cookies

Red Velvet Peppermint Christmas Cookies

October 22, 2016 by Jennifer 6 Comments

Filed Under: Food & Drink, Holiday and Gift Guides, Recipes Tagged With: button, Christmas, cookie, peppermint, red velvet

Homemade Laundry Detergent

Easy Homemade Laundry Detergent

September 30, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, Homemaking, Living, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: detergent, eco, eco friendly, green, homemade, laundry

Cheeseball Pumpkin

Easy Fall Cheese Ball Pumpkin

September 24, 2016 by Jennifer 9 Comments

Filed Under: Food & Drink, Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Party Food, Recipes Tagged With: appetizers, cheese ball, fall, holiday, pumpkin

Fun Outdoor Fall Activities for You and Your Family

11 Fall Outdoor Activities – Fun for the Whole Family

September 16, 2016 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Filed Under: Getting Outside, Homemaking, Living, Parenting, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: activities, fall, fun, outdoor, outside, parenting

8 Tips on How to Be More Green

8 MORE Tips on How to Be More Green – Easy Ways to Be Kind to the Environment

July 13, 2016 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Filed Under: Homemaking, Living, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: eco, green, semi green

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things

May 28, 2016 by Jennifer 2 Comments

Filed Under: Homemaking, Parenting, Random Musings Tagged With: favorite things, items I love

8 Easy Ways to be a Little More Green

8 Easy Ways to be a Little More Green – If I Can Do It, You Can Do It

April 18, 2016 by Jennifer 15 Comments

Filed Under: Favorites, Homemaking, Living, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: easy, green, semi green

A Parent Has 60 Seconds to Chose Something to Accomplish

The 60 Second Choice

April 15, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Homemaking, Parenting, Pregnancy & Babies, Random Musings, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: 60, choice, kids, parenting, second

9 Awesome Camping Recipes

9 Awesome Camping Recipes

April 10, 2016 by Jennifer 3 Comments

Filed Under: Food & Drink, Getting Outside, Living Tagged With: camping, foil pocket, recipes

LifeSummedUp

Life Summed Up

April 4, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Living, Random Musings Tagged With: flash fiction, life summed up, phillip sagardoy, short story

What We Use Instead of Plastic Kids Cups and Tumblers

What to Use Instead of Plastic Cups – A Green, Easy DIY Alternative

March 28, 2016 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, Homemaking, Living, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: diy, green, mason jar, plastic

How To Camp With Babies And Kids

How to Camp With Babies and Kids – Everything You Need for a Successful Camping Trip

March 23, 2016 by Jennifer 29 Comments

Filed Under: Favorites, Getting Outside, Homemaking, Living, Parenting, Pregnancy & Babies, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: babies, camping, how to, kids

Third-LifeCrisis

The Third-Life Crisis and How to Handle It

February 22, 2016 by Jennifer 8 Comments

Filed Under: Living, Random Musings, Working Parents Tagged With: crisis, life, mid, quarter, third-life crisis, thirties

5 Things to Buy That Will Save You Money!

5 Things to Buy That Will Save You Money

February 14, 2016 by Jennifer 18 Comments

Filed Under: Homemaking, Living, Money, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: budget, buy, environment, green, money, save

Simple Homemade Organic Dog Cookies

Simple Homemade Organic Dog Cookies

February 9, 2016 by Jennifer 3 Comments

Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, Homemaking, Living, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: dog cookies, homemade, organic

Best Alternative to Plastic Kids Dishes

The Best Alternative to Plastic Kids Dishes

February 8, 2016 by Jennifer 6 Comments

Filed Under: Favorites, Feeding Your Littles, Homemaking, Living, Parenting, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: green eating, kids dishes, plastic alternative, silicone

Homemade Snack Bags

Easy Homemade Reusable Snack Bags – A Simple DIY Tutorial

January 29, 2016 by Jennifer 25 Comments

Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, Favorites, Homemaking, Living, Semi-Green Living Tagged With: eco friendly, green, reusable, semi green

Candy Free Valentine's Day

8 Sweet Candy-Free Valentines for Kids

January 26, 2016 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, Holiday and Gift Guides, Homemaking, Parenting, Toddlers & Elementary Tagged With: candy free, craft, kids, valentine

Am I Wearing a Bra?

January 22, 2016 by Jennifer 3 Comments

Filed Under: Living, Parenting, Pregnancy & Babies, Random Musings, Toddlers & Elementary, Working Parents Tagged With: daily struggle, forgetful, mom

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