Easy popsicle recipes are a favorite among Gym Craft Laundry readers. Considering that the bulk of my traffic comes from Florida, Texas, and California, I am not surprised. After promising to compile my recipes into a book for the last few years, I've finally done it! It's almost ready to launch. I've added tons of new recipes and gone into detail on the why I chose the … [Read more...]
Parenting Hack: Taking the stress out of giving kids medicine
Have you had the joy of giving your kids medicine? Please tell me that I am not the only one that's had it spit in my face, onto the floor, or hurled to the ceiling. For years I struggled with giving Pea her twice daily doses of medicines to treat her Juvenile Arthritis. As little as she is (she's fallen off the growth charts several times) she is a fighter. Seriously, … [Read more...]
Homemade Itch Relief Wipes
Have you been spending more time outdoors or do you plan to? I wholeheartedly believe in outdoor time. I try to do at least one or two fun things with the kids each week and we keep a loose "routine." We swim, visit the bookstore, go to the park, or visit with friends or family. We get in physical activity everyday. I walk or jog while the … [Read more...]
How being prepared makes all the difference–After Irma
Tropical systems aren't exactly strangers to this state. But Irma's size made an impact. The last 20 years saw so many "named" storms that I've forgotten most of them. There are a few that remain stamped in my memory though. If you follow me on Facebook or have read this post, you know that my family moved from Homestead, Florida to Jacksonville, Florida in 1992 when … [Read more...]
5 Super Easy and Refreshing Summer Drinks
Do you want to learn how to make a refreshing drink in time for summer? This article shares five easy-to- make summer drink recipes. Aside from hitting the beach, my favorite way to cool down during summer is to serve and enjoy refreshing drinks. My ideal summer drink is something that everyone in the family can enjoy—from the kids all the way to the adults. It should … [Read more...]