My kids love this stuff. Serve over waffles, pancakes, or french toast. Top with whipped cream for special occasions.
Note: If you don’t have the glucomannan or xantham gum you can mix 1/3 c. water with 2 T. cornstarch to use as a thickener.) Continue reading “Blueberry Syrup (with healthier options)”
This is a family favorite and we have it almost every Thanksgiving for the past few years. It has been requested this year for Christmas as well. I have also tried out making them in cupcake pans for individual servings and they turned out great. Continue reading “Luscious Four-Layer Pumpkin Cake”
If we’re on social media we always see pictures of everybody else’s lives. Many times the pictures look so perfect and pretty but in reality they’re not.
For instance, at Thanksgiving, I took some pictures of some beautiful pies but to start with these pies were anything but beautiful.
Then we have kids. We always see pictures of all fun crafts that we make. Rarely do we see when crafting goes wrong.
I had read somewhere that it was important to keep art supplies out to inspire children. I had also seen research about how important it was to allow them freedom of creativity.
After reading several post and researching ideas on Pinterest I had set up my own art center. Our school scissors were quickly locked back up after my one daughter was ‘inspired’ to give herself a haircut.
Many times we see pictures of the beautifully organized playroom and school rooms. All the toys neatly organized in little cubbies. Activity tables sitting out for the kids to work on. But this is the reality of having all of those wonderful things when you find a snake in the house.
Just remember that each of us must do what works for our family. Have fun with whatever it is that you’re doing. Don’t compare yourself to everyone else. And remember that life happens and that’s OK. We live and we learn that’s why it’s all about.
So just keep on making memories and enjoy your family. One day you’ll look back on these not so perfect moments and be able to laugh at them I promise.
This is another easy craft for kids of all ages. Adults will need to use the hot glue gun to assemble the basic snowflake and to attach the ribbon but after that let the kids have use own imaginations.
You will need:
First glue the three popsicle sticks together to form a snowflake.
Next add the ribbon to the back to form a hanger.
Finally, let the kids decorate as desired. Let dry and hang on tree.
This is our basic meal plan for the week. Sometimes we will switch the days around if I forget to set something out or put something in the crock pot. Please feel free to use this or change it around to suit your family’s needs.
Sunday
Breakfast:
Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Lunch:
PB & J w/fruit
Dinner:
Oven Fried Chicken, Baked sweet potatoes, slaw
Snacks:
cupcakes
Monday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Leftovers
Dinner:
Snacks:
Popcorn
Tuesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Bean Quesadillas w/leftovers
Dinner:
Tater Tot Casserole, Veggies
Snacks:
PB Toast
Wednesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Dinner:
Chili Dog Casserole, salad, chips
Snacks:
Muffins
Thursday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Leftovers
Dinner:
Salmon Patties, Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Peas
Snacks:
Fruit
Friday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
ramen noodles, grilled cheese
Dinner:
Sweet N Sour Meatballs, Mac N Cheese, Veggies
Snacks:
Boiled Eggs
Saturday
Breakfast:
Bagels w/cream cheese, fresh fruit
Lunch:
tuna salad sandwiches, fresh veggies
Dinner:
Broiled Parmesan Tilapia, Steamed Asparagus, Steamed Red Potatoes
Snacks:
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