Save our teeth! Gift ideas for a no/low sugar Easter basket.
Time to getting hopping on that shopping! Easter baskets filled with candy and sugary sweets are on their way out, so check out our suggestions... Read More
It’s Here! The First Annual Lucky Leprechaun Trap Contest- FREE entry and Win Prizes!
Calling all wee Laddies and Lassies! We need something just for FUN!!! Yes, we need more fun in our kid’s lives right now. It’s... Read More
Rainbow Cake in a jar. Clever little leprechauns.
Here’s a fun, decorative treat for your little leprechauns this St. Patrick’s Day. Give them away to friends or keep them yourselves! Rainbow Cake in... Read More
Festive edibles! St. Patrick’s Day snacks and treats your kids will love.
St. Patrick’s Day is coming so it’s time to get your fill of green food. Go ahead, everybody’s doing it. Leprechaun Bait This is the... Read More
Lunchbox Idea: Pinwheel Sandwiches
Roll meat and cheese slices in a tortilla and slice into pinwheels. Skewer them with a stick to hold together. Pretty! And they taste good,... Read More
Stuck inside? 4 DIY Kids’ Activities = Indoor Winter Fun!
Does the winter weather have you stranded at home? Does the cold have you stuck inside? Here are some fun activities to have in your... Read More
Mix-it-up with these super easy “dump-and-run” Halloween Treats!
#1 Harvest Hash Chex Mix Treats This looks easy, fun and a great way to sneak in a few whole grains and nuts? Kids are... Read More
Stuffed Apples
Scoop out the core from an apple; stuff with peanut butter, cream cheese, or other spread. Top with raisins, granola or chocolate chips. Ready to eat... Read More
Serve up seasonal fright and delight with these snacks. So easy, it’s spooky!
Looking to strike a balance of humor and gore in your family friendly Halloween efforts? Look no further. This is high impact, low effort, with... Read More
Pumpkin, caramel, hazelnut, oh my! Make your own flavored coffee creamers!
Want to enjoy one of those delicious coffee shop concoctions while knowing exactly what’s going in your coffee? Check out these DIY flavored coffee creamers... Read More
Caramel Apple Cider Crock Pot Recipe. Yah, that just happened.
Just like they make at Starbucks, only you’re saving yourself $3.50. Score. Ingredients Serves 4 4 cups apple cider 3 tablespoons caramel syrup (the ice... Read More
6 DIY Life Hacks *perfect* for summer. So cool!
Now is a great time of year for short cuts and these six DIY life hacks are perfectly suited to summer! DIY Mosquito Yard Spray... Read More
One Pot Clambake. It’s summertime without the mess!
Ready for a summer clambake without having to “bake” at all? Get ready for this seasonal favorite and all you need is a big ‘ol... Read More
Wondering How to Celebrate Mom During Quarantine? Check out these ideas!
Hey Dad, let’s face the heads up together. Are you ready for it? Teachers aren’t making cute projects with your sweet kiddos this year (which... Read More
In a Dinner Rut? Try these dinner themes and ideas just for fun!
Who is kinda “over it” in the dinner department? However, maybe you feel a little guilty about it. Spoiler alert- Me too. 3 meals a... Read More
Tons o’ fun with left over plastic Easter Eggs
Remember that bag of plastic Easter eggs you have stuffed away in the back of your closet? Or maybe their still hanging around your kids... Read More
May Day Baskets Your Kids Can Make! Leave for neighbors and friends even while distancing, phew!
Looking for something to celebrate? Running out of crafts ideas (or yet to try one) at this point? These cute, kid friendly baskets may be... Read More
Staycation Station Idea #3: Fun and Original Dinner Themes
Who is kinda “over it” in the dinner department? However, maybe you feel a little guilty about it. Spoiler alert- Me too. 3 meals a... Read More
Participate in the Virtual Kids Duathlon through May 10th! Cue up the Rocky soundtrack for the finish line.
Woah! This is a boredom buster. You’re welcome. Except that I can’t take any of the credit at all. This one is all race director... Read More
Staycation Station Idea #1: Tons o’ fun and options with leftover Easter Eggs
Remember that bag of plastic Easter eggs you have stuffed away in the back of your closet? Or maybe their still hanging around your kids... Read More
Virtual Field Trips
Grab your passport or make your own! Turn into a fun To-Visit list and place a sticker or stand next to each one of these... Read More
How to hard boil the *perfect* egg.
Are you ready to color your Easter eggs? It’s always a good idea to use hard boiled eggs unless you’re ready to clean up a... Read More
Building Fairy Houses 101. Welcome to the Neighborhood.
Fairy Houses have been around for years as a great way to connect kids with nature, and they are super fun and totally cute! Building... Read More
40 Ideas for non-candy Easter Egg stuffers. Now that’s sweet.
Looking for some alternatives to the sugary treats that are used to stuff Easter eggs? Check out these ideas for non-candy, non-edible (definitely not for... Read More
Find Yourself Looking at School Closure? What to do and how to say it.
I always picture us huddling up and making a plan together, since we are a team. And these days we need each other even more... Read More
Gotcha! How to make the *best* Leprechaun Traps!
I was anxious to post a great “how-to” article for making Leprechaun Traps (because, apparently, now even the St. Patty’s Day mascot brings goodies for... Read More
Slow Cooker Tikka Masala that even the kids will like. And if they don’t, more for you.
Sometimes my kids say, “Hey mom, why don’t we try some new foods for dinner– something ethnic, maybe?” (never). But that doesn’t stop me from... Read More
Delicious Salsa Chicken crockpot recipe. Three ingredients. Done.
Here’s another dinner recipe that’s so easy and delicious, it’s just SILLY. My mother gave me this recipe and we now eat it constantly. It’s... Read More
Tried. Loved. Cauliflower “Fried Rice” recipe. Even the kids ate it!
When January blew in (along with a few extra pounds), I decided squeezing myself into my jeans any longer really sucked and it was time... Read More