School is in session for most of the country by now. The moms are rushing from one place to another. This is the time of year when easy meals are a must. Have you noticed that most sports practices and dance classes occur at dinner time?! We have some easy weeknight meals ideas for you this week. Casseroles, stir-fry, and pasta are all go-to, easy to prepare meals and are … [Read more...]
Easy Decoupage Craft Idea for Kids: Soccer Memory Frame
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and The Coca-Cola Company. All opinions are mine alone. #NotSoFastMom #CollectiveBias Having your kids in sports can be draining, right? We go to so much trouble to get them to soccer practices and games on time and with all their gear. As with everything else, getting everything the kids need in the car comes before … [Read more...]
Over 30 Grilled Chicken Recipes
One of the best things about living in Florida is that "grilling season" doesn't end with Labor Day. I'll be throwing short ribs, kabobs, and steak on our charcoal grill or smoker through the winter. If my kids get their way, we'll be having grilled chicken several times a week. We've been grilling chicken regularly since the kids' favorite source of protein is chicken. (I … [Read more...]
300 Healthy After School Snack Ideas on Family Fun Friday
I hope you are finding the quick meals for busy families that I have been rounding up helpful. This week, I am switching it from the sports night suppers and featuring healthy snack ideas for kids. I can't be the only one with elementary school aged kids who come home and devour everything in sight. They are only there for 6 hours and have great lunches so I don't get … [Read more...]
When mothering gets hard
I text out an SOS when I am on the verge of a mom meltdown. "I'm a donkey on the edge." (Thank you, Eddie Murphy) Most of the time, there's nothing the recipients of my message can do about it. My sister lives in another state. My BFF might as well, too, since she moved across the river and into the next county. Plus, my husband is almost always out of town when I get to … [Read more...]