Pumpkin Dinner Rolls
At our home, we have a pretty traditional Thanksgiving. We eat turkey, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, and plenty of dessert. We also take lots of naps.
This year I've decided to shake things up just a bit. I'll be smoking our turkey, because the flavor is indescribably delicious, and we'll be serving these Pumpkin Dinner Rolls to dazzle the whole family.
These dinner rolls get their amazing golden color from delicious pumpkin puree. Yum! Adding a tiny amount of... read more ❯
Simple Banana Muffins
Banana muffins are so easy to make and are a great breakfast, lunchbox item, or after school snack. They also freeze well. To free muffins wrap individually and store in a large freezer bag.
I've been making this simple banana muffin recipe for over twenty years. You probably have all these ingredients in your kitchen. So whip up a batch before the kids get home from school or wake up from their nap.
I've made this recipe... read more ❯
DIY Compost Bin
Do you want to make your own compost bin? Do you want to start composting but don't want to buy an expensive composter? This DIY compost bin is so easy to make and costs less than $20.
It's free if you have an old trash can that you don't need anymore. Not only is it inexpensive, it takes less than 30 minutes to put together. This DIY compost bin was so easy, my kids were able... read more ❯
Why I Stopped Potty Training My Kids
No more diapers. When Cora made the transition into "big girl panties" my potty training days were over.
Can I get a high five, fist bump, spirit fingers?
There was no sadness in my house when Cora stopped wearing diapers. I don't miss them at all. After changing diapers for almost 18 years and I don't know how many diapers that adds up to, but I'm sure it's in the thousands or tens of thousands.
Now that all seven... read more ❯
Simple Ways to Eat at Home
I know for some people it can be hard to break the habit of eating out, especially if cooking is not your passion or speciality. If you are struggling financially, or working towards a financial goal eating at home is a great way to save money.
How do you start a habit of eating at home? When we were working to get out of debt I did a few things that made eating at home easier... read more ❯
101 Things to Do on a Snow Day with Kids
Growing up in Florida, I had no idea what a "snow day" was until I moved up north. I also had no idea of the importance of snow day activities, until I spent a winter stuck inside a tiny apartment with my toddler.
I also became very familiar with this routine:
Dress all the kids up for snow (30 minutes)
Watch kids play in the snow (10 minutes)
Make kids hot chocolate after they come in... read more ❯