Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired: How I Fought Back and Got Fit
This post is going to sound a little like a sales pitch, but I promise I'm not selling anything. It's just the story of how I got my life back.
This is me and a friend about year before I decided to get fit.
I was tired. Seven kids, homeschooling, working part-time, and traveling was beginning to take its toll on my life. Almost every Sunday at church someone would ask me if I was "okay" or... read more ❯
How to Make a Thankful Tree
A Thankful Tree is a great way to help children (and adults) focus on being grateful for what they have. While November is a great month to make this craft, it can be made throughout the year.
We decided to create a Thankful Tree and write something we are thankful for each day. Now, a thankful tree is nothing new, and I am sure you have seen many different ones floating around on Pinterest, but... read more ❯
How to Cook a Pumpkin
Do you know how to cook a pumpkin? I didn't until a few years ago when stores started running out of canned pumpkin around Thanksgiving.
Not only is it easy to cook a pumpkin, you can store the extra pumpkin in your freezer for several months!
Many recipes suggest cooking a pumpkin in the oven. However, since I live in Florida and didn't want to turn on my oven in the 90+ degree heat I decided to... read more ❯
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 ❯