On the night before the first day of school, both of my kids made their own lunches! I was pleasantly surprised. They were so cute and excited. I watched as they chose fruits and vegetables. They made their own healthy school lunches without my help. I watched in amazement as my second and third graders showed me how grown up they are. It was only last year that I had to … [Read more...]
DIY Homemade Butt Wipes (that don’t hurt your tush)
Hi! Are you looking for DIY wet wipes? You've found them! Stomach viruses are the worst. I've written about staying hydrated and the items I keep in my sick kid prep list but I'm expanding on this topic, because odds are, if you come down with even a mild stomach bug or food poisoning you'll be revisiting the restroom...over and over again. And it really starts to … [Read more...]
How to Make Biodegradable Wet Wipes for Camping
Looking for cost effective and biodegradable wet wipes for camping? This wet wipes tutorial is perfect for families who need far more wipes than comes in the little packages sold in stores. Did you know that just about any brand of paper towels could be made into biodegradable wet wipes for camping? Even the ultra thick Bounty, that I've used in past homemade wet … [Read more...]
Why I am tempted to enroll my kids in a virtual school stat!
Every so often my husband brings up the idea homeschooling our kids. And each time I shoot the idea down. While I admire the many homeschool moms out there rocking it, I know that I am not the best person to teach my kids. While my husband and I both work remotely, he travels far more than I do. He also has a boss, works for a company, and makes the lion's share of our … [Read more...]
Easy Last Minute Potluck Recipes
Don't you love potlucks? Potluck dinners are events, gatherings or parties, where the people invited are asked to bring a dish to share. This is a great way to cut costs, while still providing a variety of tasty food to the guests. Plus, they are a ton of fun! They can also be stressful for the busy mom, that's why I keep a list of last minute potluck recipes handy. In my … [Read more...]