My family and I get tired of eating the same things week after week. Pizza night on Saturday is always a hit but it’s the weeknights where I need to get more creative. I tend to stay with basic dishes that can be made without buying and measuring a lot of different spices and ingredients. […]
Leftover Halloween Candy Idea
Over the last couple of days I have been hearing some great ideas for leftover Halloween candy. Some houses have the “Great Pumpkin” or “Halloween Witch” come and exchange a present for the candy. Some dentists buy back the candy from the kids on a per pound basis. I’ve even heard that there are ways […]
What’s Wrong with Columbus Day?
I was listening to a podcast today where the participants were discussing Columbus Day and whether it is a real holiday anymore. One person brought it up and the other didn’t understand why it would not be. To tell you the truth, I had forgotten as well about all of the controversy surrounding Columbus Day. […]
Yoplait’s Save Lids to Save Lives (and a Giveaway!)
I’ve been a supporter of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure for as long as I can remember it existing. Each year I walk or run the race in Indianapolis in memory and celebration of family and friends who have battled breast cancer. This year I was even able to get my husband […]
Guest Post: Preparing Kids for a Trip to the Dentist
The time invested in preparing your kids for a trip to the dentist will be well worth the sanity you save! Here are a few simple tips to help you get your kids ready for a visit to the dentist. Take Your Dentist’s Advice Personally, I have a terrible fear of everything related to the […]