The only sound is the swish and whir of the dishwasher and the steady tap tap clicks as I work. The smell of my Tully's Dark French Roast lingers in the kitchen while I sit at the table.This is my power hour. A productive day begins with a productive morning. Wake up early. Back when I was a cog in the corporate wheel, I woke up an hour before my kids so I … [Read more...]
Easy Homemade DIY Carpet Deodorizer
I used to buy carpet deodorizer but it is such a silly expense to me. Most deodorizers and retail carpet freshening powder have baking soda as a main ingredient along with other chemicals. Though I am not a crunchy mom that is moving towards a greener household, I am doing my best to eliminate toxic chemicals from our home. The perfumes in fabric softeners and … [Read more...]
Inside Tips for First Time Dance Moms – Real Life Advice From Someone Who’s Been There
Do you relate to the "sports mom life" even though your kids aren't in a typical "youth sport"? I'm sharing tips for moms with kids in after school activities beyond the common sports so keep checking back! Do you have a little one that has just starting dance lessons? If you're new to the world of being a dance mom (no, not like the show) some of the rules and gear can seem … [Read more...]
Bento Box Bear: Healthy School Lunch
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 Camping Wet Wipes (Better Than “Flushable” Wipes)
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 … [Read more...]