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About Herchel Scruggs

Hi there! I'm a crafty mom searching for ways to streamline the messier side of motherhood. Looking for fun, functional crafts, quick and thrifty DIY projects, or tips to improve your family's health and well-being? I'll share what we do and hope you'll share your family's tips too!

Best Foods for Stopping Diarrhea and Soothing Upset Stomachs

February 28, 2023 by Herchel Scruggs Leave a Comment

Wooden bowl with plain white rice

Isn't it funny when doctors advise you to let diarrhea "run its course?" Okay, it might not be funny at the time but it is after you've stopped running to the toilet. Wouldn't it be great if there was a list of foods that would help stop diarrhea? Right now, an awful stomach bug is running through my neighborhood. It didn't last long when the kids had it, but it's taking a … [Read more...]

How to put soccer socks and shin guards on your new soccer player

February 18, 2023 by Herchel Scruggs 14 Comments

how to wear shin guards

I can't believe it's been so many years since my kids were new to youth soccer. My oldest still loves the sport. (My youngest decided that it wasn't for her!) He is now a few inches taller than me and looks more "handsome" than cute in his uniform. But, I miss those early days. He's far more serious about the sport now. No more chasing butterflies on the field!  When … [Read more...]

Homemade Air Fresheners you can make in a weekend!

February 10, 2023 by Herchel Scruggs 3 Comments

Fun and Frugal DIY Car Air Fresheners

Do you hate the overpowering, cloying scents of commercial car air fresheners? New store-bought air fresheners give me intense headaches. This is especially true with car scents. Here are some homemade car air freshener projects to make instead!  We stopped using them and switched to DIY car air fresheners because of my daughter's car sickness and my headaches. The … [Read more...]

Natural ways to reduce fever in children

January 22, 2023 by Herchel Scruggs 9 Comments

A mother trying a home cough remedy for her child

When one of my children has a fever, he or she looks downright pathetic. I call my family members and friends in search of the quickest natural ways to reduce fevers. Children just look so pitiful and pale when their temperatures are up.   I know that a fever isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but sometimes it is important to get the fever in your child down. Fevers are the … [Read more...]

Treats made with Cheerios

January 18, 2023 by Herchel Scruggs Leave a Comment

Snacks made with cheerios

Got a lot of cheerios? I can never resist getting those giant boxes at Costco. My kids get tired of eating them every day for breakfast so I like to use cheerios as a healthier dessert. My kids absolutely love my Rocking Rocky Road Cheerio balls.   So I collected other treats made with Cheerios.  Desserts Made with Cheerios With an active lifestyle, my kids … [Read more...]

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