50 Christmas Dessert Recipes
With Christmas just around the corner, it is time to start baking! We've compiled over 50 Christmas dessert recipes that are easy to make and you probably have all the ingredients in your kitchen already.
Some of my best childhood memories involve my dad and I baking pies and treats during the Christmas season. My father didn't spend a lot of time in the kitchen, so I always looked forward to our special baking time during... read more ❯
Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake
I love to cook and bake, but I am busy like most of you. Who wouldn't love to spend hours in the kitchen cooking and making all kinds of desserts, but in reality, most days I need simple recipes. This chocolate cherry dump cake is so simple and perfect for a last minute dessert.
I need meals and desserts that I can put together in only a few minutes. They also need to contain everyday pantry... read more ❯
Best Books for Girls
Reading aloud is one of the greatest gifts you can give your children. These books for girls are some of our favorites.
Over the years we've acquired thousands of books. I'm always sad when a child "outgrows" a book. However, I often find them peeking over my shoulder while I'm reading to a younger sibling. I truly believe you never outgrow your favorite read alouds.
Even now that my children are older, we can't seem to part... read more ❯
Ten Awesome Educational YouTube Channels for Kids
I'm not a fan of sitting kids in front of a video regularly, but there are some awesome educational YouTube channels that can supplement your homeschool lessons or reinforce lessons learned at school.
I learned recently that our children's generation consume video more than any other form of media. So why not have them learn something while they are watching?
These educational youtube channels are a favorite in my house. While we still limit screen time, I'm... 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 Save on Groceries
Recently I discovered a new way to save on groceries. Over the past few years, my kids have become involved in so many activities and I've found myself pressed for time... ALL.DAY.LONG. Often I'm grocery shopping every day, because I never had time for a full trip between driving kids to and from their activities.
My grocery budget was creeping up due to frequent trips to the store so I needed to figure out a way... read more ❯