Winter birthday parties are harder than summer ones for planning active little kid parties. My 3 girls were born in the summer and being able to include outside activities makes their parties so much easier to plan. Some years we’ve just paid for the convenience of doing the January party at a jump house or […]
Mississippi Pot Roast – Gluten Free
There is a new Pot Roast recipe we’ve been making a lot the last few months, because we can’t get enough of it! I like it because it tastes good. but also, I can put it together in about 10 minutes in the morning. Then, boom, dinner is ready 8 hours later. Am I the […]
Week 4 – Laundry Room {91 Day Declutter Challenge}
Some people wonder why the laundry room matters so much. In years past, it was so important to me that I even had it as the first week. Why the laundry room? Because laundry is a constant, unavoidable part of life. If your laundry room or laundry area is decluttered and organized, laundry is easier. […]
Crap Happens
I admit, I titled this Crap Happens knowing full well that my mother will say something to me about it. Crap is not one of her favorite words and she tried to cure me of it, but I continue to rebel. Sorry, Mom. Some things can only accurately be described as crap. (Hey Mom, at […]
Cleaning Champion: Dyson v11 animal
Even for a non-shedding dog, Cookie creates a constant mess. I’m not sure how she even has toys with stuffing left, because I throw them away at every opportunity. I used to vacuum all my floors once a week, but now I need to vacuum some places almost daily. She made this mess WHILE I […]
Grocery List & Menu (FREE Printable!)
The last time I shared a grocery list and menu printable was 2014, which feels like 6 lifetimes ago! I loved that printable at the time, but it looks kind of lame to me now. I’ve got something way better for you today. When I sit down to make my grocery list, it is always […]
Homemade French Macarons
Some people say macaroons, but I always think of macaroons as the coconut cookie (which I also love). I like to use the original French word and spelling “macaron” when I refer to this magnificent sandwich cookie. My friend Jessica showed me how to make these years ago. They really are so fun to make, […]
Week 3 – Kitchen & Pantry {91 Day Declutter Challenge}
This is Week 3 of the Declutter Challenge! Don’t worry if you are just joining us now or didn’t complete Week 1 or 2 as you hoped – jump right in with us here. Even if you keep your kitchen clean every day, clutter creeps into the kitchen. Whether it is expired food, kitchen tools […]