If you have kids like mine, you may find that they LOVE sweet treats. They are especially fond of peanut butter and chocolate, and when I occasionally buy them a new snack at the store, they will scream and tantrum and demand more until the whole box is gone. It’s a nightmare. I don’t mind …
I really love recipes that feature foods that can be eaten year-round but also are perfect for a specific holiday. Like these Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Bites, which are delicious ANY time but are especially awesome as a Valentine’s Day treat! If you’re the type who loves cheesecake, you will love these awesome snack-size versions. Make …
Not much in this world will get me eating breakfast faster than a cheese danish. I’m the kind of woman who grabs a few extra when I see them at hotel breakfast buffets just so I can eat them at my leisure wherever I’m going. If I see a nice big one at the bakery, …
If you’re looking for a fun way to keep your children occupied for a few hours, this two ingredient play dough is a cheap and simple craft that is perfect for young children.
Whether the weather is hot or cold outside, playing in the snow is always a good time. But if you can’t get the real thing or just don’t want to deal with the cold and wet, this simple two-ingredient “magic” snow is the perfect kids activity to keep children busy for an afternoon.
Craving something a little sweet, a little spicy, a little creamy and totally yummy? Don’t have a lot of time or energy? Then this is the perfect thing for you. It is a great thing to take to your next party, as it’s a real crowd-pleaser and SO simple to make. And you can double …
It’s so easy to throw around the term “Breast is best.” We all know that breastfeeding is the best thing we can do for our babies if we can, and in this modern age, we can’t turn a corner without some celebrity or other tweeting or instagramming a beautiful photo of their breastfeeding experience. Stars …
7up Salad is a delicious lime jello molded dessert that is traditionally served at holidays and has a tropical flavor due to the pineapple, cherry and lime flavors.
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day is October 15th. Light a candle at 7 PM to join the “wave of light” in remembrance of all babies gone but never forgotten.
When we found out we were pregnant with this baby, Mark’s immediate reaction was to declare his intentions on getting a vasectomy. While he loves me and loves our children, he does NOT love pregnancy’s effect on his wife – neither physical nor psychological. While initially we both were on the same page with how …
Until I became a mom, myself, I never knew what sort of gift to give for a baby shower or to take to the hospital. But having four kids of my own, I know exactly what a new mom needs, and I’ve got the ultimate list to share!
We’re gearing up for Autumn here in SLC, and that means we have Halloween on our minds! And if you’re like me, nothing QUITE says Halloween like Candy Corn! It was a staple in our house when I was a kid, and even though I don’t particularly enjoy the candy anymore, I still love the …
When we moved into this house, the previous tenants had left a lot of their junk behind. The property management company had gotten rid of a lot of it, but there were still random odds and ends hanging about that we had to figure out what to do with. One of the things that I …
It’s got to be said that the ultimate in comfort food for me has always been pasta. A big heaping bowl of whatever never fails to make me feel happier. When I was told I may have Celiac Disease a while back, I was devastated! But thankfully recent tests showed that I only have a …
If your kids are like mine, you probably spend a small fortune on pizza deliveries. Well let me tell you now – there is an easier and MUCH cheaper way to please the kids and save your sanity. These mini biscuit pizzas are easy to make, tasty and great fun for the kids. Mine gobble …
To me, nothing says autumn like getting out the crock pot and making all sorts of delicious harvest treats. One of my very favorites is this easy Crock Pot Apple Butter. On toast, an english muffin, a warm homemade biscuit or even over ice cream, it is a warming treat that will bring to mind …
Ever since I was a young girl growing up in south Texas, I have had a “thing” for taquitos. It’s a love affair, really. The whole time I lived in England, I couldn’t readily buy them from the shops, so I was forced to look up various recipes to make them myself. I’ve made them …
Pregnant women have a reputation for being hormonal she-beasts who would rather eat you than put up with your nonsense. Our tempers are short, our appetites are big, and our ability to tolerate idiocy is at an all time low. Here are 10 things never to say to a pregnant woman if you value your life …
This is an oldie that I found in an email folder from several years ago, and I just thought it was too funny not to share! It’s funny how much changes in parenting style between kids. Here’s some third child humor to brighten your day. Pass this along to all your mommy friends to guarantee a giggle! …
A bad cough can be one of the worst feelings in the world. But if you’ve got an onion and some sugar on hand, you can make a cough remedy that soothes the throat but tastes great, too! It’s perfect for adults and kids, alike, and it is simple to make with ingredients you probably have in your kitchen right now.
You’ve heard the buzzwords: Crunchy! Granola! Hippy! Attachment Parenting! We’ve all seen the Time Magazine cover of the mom breastfeeding the world’s tallest three year old. And we all have our own opinions about it. Jamie Lynne Grumet asks “Are you Mom Enough?” Maria Kang asks “What’s Your Excuse?” The insinuations in these seemingly innocent …
After two previous high risk pregnancies, a traumatic birth with my second son which culminated in me needing a blood transfusion, and a new pregnancy which has been riddled with pain, bleeding and much stress, forgive me for needing to get something off my chest… Coming from a family of five children, and all of …
A few months ago, I was at a “mommy’s night” house party with some women I don’t know very well. As the wine flowed, so did the conversation, each of us bringing to the table our recent anecdotes, exciting stories and frustrations. At some point, one of the women started in on how much her …
** This post originally appeared on my recipe site Gimme the Yum and is now presented here as the site no longer exists ** Have I said already what a sucker I am for a good brownie? Much like my previous recipe for Rocky Road brownies, this particular dessert utilizes a Ghirardelli baking mix. But …
** This post originally appeared on my recipe site Gimme the Yum and is now presented here as the site no longer exists ** I’m a sucker for a great baking mix. Any time I find a cake, cookie or brownie mix that tastes at least as good as my own homemade version, I’m all …
If your kid is as SuperHero mad as mine is, you might find yourself searching out costumes that have his favorite characters on them. And after spending a small fortune on various hero pajamas a few days ago, I suddenly realized that if I didn’t stop giving in, I’d create an obsession I am just …
Ever since I started going No Poo, I have been on the lookout for cute ways to wear my hair. Since it is still in the ‘transition stage,’ it means it often looks either greasy or super dry. So styling becomes super important. So I’ve been looking for awesomely awesome hair styles to try! Here …
