Lasso the Moon • Life is a Gift
Your kids may not have accomplished as much as you had hoped this summer. Don’t feel guilty; forget summer slide guilt. They may be learning way more than you think. A big thanks to Jay from Life & Whim for sharing these great insights. Photo Above By Annie Spratt As a parent in today’s push and prod culture, in which it… Read More
Skip the oven… This easy-cheesy, One-Pot Stovetop Lasagna is a delicious twist on a family-friendly classic. Big thanks to Crystal Farms® for sponsoring today’s recipe AND for offering a chance to win a Cuisinart® GreenGourmet™ Square Grill Pan below! Last fall, I fell in love with a vintage ’50s ranch-style home on the other side of town. The only downfall about moving there was… Read More
Check out this nostalgic list of six life lessons that your kiddos won’t even realize they’re learning when making s’mores. A big thanks to Edwards® Desserts for sponsoring today’s post. . . . My daughter paces around the campsite’s fire pit, roasting stick in hand: Can we do marshmallows now?” I quietly look up from my book and shake my head. She switches tactics… When Mom… Read More
This easy-cheesy Grilled Monterey Chicken is the most delicious combo ever. (Cheese + Bacon + BBQ = YES) You’re going to want this on the menu this weekend FOR SURE. A big thanks to Crystal Farms® for sponsoring this cheesy goodness AND a chance to win a Grilling Prize Pack full of Cuisinart goodies! 5.0 from 2 reviews Print Easy-Cheesy Grilled Monterey Chicken… Read More
Once you try this grilled pizza hack, you might never leave home for Pizza Night again. Follow this simple trick and become a grilled pizza PRO—on your first attempt. This summer-fun post is sponsored by Crystal Farms® Cheese. Be sure to check out the Pizza Stone GIVEAWAY at the end of the post! . . . If you’re attempting grilled pizza for the first… Read More
Learn how to make duct tape flower pens in under five-minutes with the video (or photo!) tutorial below. These DIY project were put together for kids by kids. The girls attended a local art festival today and were excited when they learned how to make duct tape flower pens (in minutes!). When we got home, they immediately started working on a video tutorial for you. Check out… Read More
Learn how to carve apples and transform them into irresistibly spooky shrunken heads (right before your eyes) with this DIY Halloween project for tweens. This fun fall project is sponsored by Marzetti. The air is crisp and fall has officially arrived. I’m so excited to celebrate the autumn season with my family, but holiday traditions with tweens can be a delicate… Read More
Do you get frustrated with all the skimpy Halloween costumes available for kids? If you’re from the Midwest too, you know it gets darn right COLD at night in October. I’m excited to share a few of the chilly weather costumes we’ve done in the past (coming next week!), but right now I want to show you our favorite uber-warm default costume choice…. Read More
Kids with seasonal allergies can really have a hard time in autumn. Below you’ll find ten insanely useful tips to help your family. A big thanks to Saline Soothers for sponsoring today’s conversation. Itchy, watery eyes. Sniffling and sneezing. Wheezing and coughing. Seasonal allergies might be the culprit if you notice these symptoms this time of year. Ragweed is the villain… Read More
Is your tween starting to get the Middle School Jitters? Here’s what you need to know BEFORE school starts to prevent a First-Day Panic. Thanks to Justice for sponsoring this article. From the backseat of the car, my soon-to-be middle schooler asks, “When do we get our school schedule?” I look in the rearview mirror and see she’s biting her… Read More
You have to make these crazy-easy, loaded potato bundles on the grill this summer. Find three ways to transform a potato into a new family-favorite below. Thanks to Crystal Farms® for inspiring today’s post. When you’re camping, there’s something about dinnertime that’s absolutely blissful. Perhaps making dinner is more relaxing and fun because your day-to-day worries have been left at home. Or maybe… Read More
The annual summer conundrum: Your family heads to the shore and you want to take adorable beach pictures of your little ones in the sand and surf. You quickly discover the intense reflections from the sun wash out the skies and background in your image. Why does it feel so hard to capture a beautiful beach image that represents what you see with your eyes??… Read More
Chicken breasts, ranch dressing, Italian dressing, and garlic are combined to make a delicious and easy dinner recipe. This Grilled Garlic Ranch Chicken is the perfect solution for a busy-weeknight dinner. A big thanks to Hidden Valley for sponsoring today’s post. PRINT RECIPE . . . Save Yourself TIME — Double This Garlic Ranch Chicken Recipe Tonight Slowing down to enjoy family dinners… Read More
In one-week, this Just Between Us Journal has already changed my relationship with my daughter. Raising teenage daughters is hard. I know — we’ve currently got two under our roof. Sometimes things roll smoothly, and other times I find myself asking, “Why won’t they talk to me?” I stumbled upon Just Between Us: A No-Stress, No-Rules Journal for Girls and Their Moms while… Read More
Our family doesn’t limit screen time; however, we are on a mission to teach our children self-moderation and balance. I admit, when I hear parents talking about adding strict time limits to iPad use or forcing their kids to earn screen time with chores, I shake my head and think, “No, no, no. You’re looking at this situation backwards.” Here’s my… Read More
Modesty. How do you define the term? Does your family or school have any specific rules when it comes to clothing and modesty? If you’re a mom of young girls, this is a must-see post. Read on for three helpful tips for teaching your daughter how to be modest with her clothing choices. . . . I realized the other day… Read More