Years ago, we acquired a kitchen table when our table for four would no longer accommodate our family of five. The previous owner gushed memories about Thanksgiving Dinner around this table, and how she had mixed feelings seeing it...
There are a handful of foods that, when placed in front of me, can cause all semblance of self control to fly right out the window. Chips & salsa fall solidly into that category, so of course, they make...
Grilled cheese sandwich is a classic, loved my most...I mean what’s not to love, right?!
Warm and toasty, ooey-gooey cheesy goodness—YUM! I’m making myself hungry over here! Like most classics, a grilled cheese sandwich hits the spot as is, but...
It feels like this time of year gets stagnant when it comes to doing anything related to homeschool.
Indoor activities, repeating the same routine, or even working on the same old thing just seems to bog everyone down. But, if...
I’ve always said you can never have too many books. I find this to be especially true when it comes to kids’ libraries. I collected books for my kids even before I was a mom! I held onto my...
Dr. Seuss was born on March 2, 1904 and what better way to celebrate all things Seuss than by reading all day and eating fun, whimsical Seussian meals!!
Breakfast for All the Whos
We usually start the day off with something...
Chocolate cake has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. It's masked many emotions, it's been shared with friends, and it's offered as a reward for a "job well done". It has gotten...
You’ve probably read about taking care of yourself and making sure you put yourself first. In fact, writers for Omaha Mom’s Blog have written about it here and here. I’ve even written a post about putting myself first and...
I’m usually up for a good DIY project. Nothing too intense though—no saws and no, you will not see me busting down drywall. But I do enjoy trying out new creative outlets. I’ve made pottery, painted furniture, and have...
I tended to do well in the sciences and mainly focused on those courses in school. But, at home, I had a mother who was always dabbling in different hobbies. Little did I know back then, but helping my...