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DIY Race Car Box Halloween Costume

October 15, 2018 by Meagan 3 Comments

When I asked my 3-year-old son what he wanted to dress up as this Halloween, he said with confidence, “A racing car driver!” So I thought, ok this should be easy. I’ll just get a costume at Target or on Amazon and we’re set. Jumpsuit—check. Helmet—check. I thought I was done but to my surprise when my little firecracker tried on his new racing car driver costume, his next question was, “Where’s my car?” I LOL’d because he was right—how could I forget the car! So, I scoured the internet for boxcar costume ideas and found this DIY Race Car Box Halloween Costume. [Read more…]

Slow Cooker Baked Apples

September 26, 2018 by Lisa 10 Comments

Apples and cinnamon are always my favorite fall combination. Forget pumpkin spice–I want anything apples! These Slow Cooker Baked Apples are a delicious autumn time treat, but they definitely taste good no matter what time of year it is.

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Easy Plant Propagation

September 12, 2018 by Lisa 11 Comments

I love gardening and caring for houseplants, but I freely admit that because of my schedule, my plants don’t often get the care they deserve. This is why I stick to easy to care for plants. This means I tend to have a lot of the same kinds of plants. Another reason I have a lot of the same plants is because I propagate the ones that I like and want to have more of. Here is a guide to Easy Plant Propagation: [Read more…]

Teach Your Child How to Call 911

September 4, 2018 by Meagan Leave a Comment

The past few months I’ve been teaching my 3-year-old the alphabet. During the letter N week, we worked on numbers, specifically on how to call 911 in case of an emergency.

If your child has a clear understanding of numbers and letters, they’re probably at the perfect age to start learning what to do in the event of an emergency. In conjunction with learning how to call 911—on my smartphone—I’m also teaching little J how to call Mommy or Daddy in case of an emergency. [Read more…]

Grilled Peaches and Blueberries Dessert

August 22, 2018 by Lisa 11 Comments

Grilled fruit is a tasty summer dessert that’s simple and easy for anyone to make at a moment’s notice. Peaches happen to be one of my favorite grilling fruits because of how easy they are to prepare and because they’re so sweet and delicious. The other day I had a peach and blueberry smoothie and it gave me the idea for grilling blueberries along with [Read more…]

Letter A Lesson Plan for Preschoolers

July 24, 2018 by Meagan 10 Comments

About 2 months ago I started teaching my 2 (almost 3) year old son the alphabet. At first, I thought singing the alphabet song over and over would get him interested but that was a big fail. Every time I’d start to sing he would say, “stop mommy, stop singing!” Ultimately, I decided on a different approach— the letter of week strategy.

Starting with the letters in his name, each week I concentrate on [Read more…]

Bye Bye Paci- How to Slowly Wean from the Pacifier

July 16, 2018 by Meagan 7 Comments

Weaning from the pacifier can be a tough transition for parents and toddlers. It was a stage I had been dreading, which is why I put it off for months. I was most nervous about my son’s sleeping habits changing so I kept telling myself “we’ll try taking it away next month”. Finally, after my son’s first visit to the dentist, I decided to take the plunge.

The dentist had confirmed what my husband and I already knew and that was that J’s pacifier was causing one his front teeth to stick out quite a bit more than the others. When he broke the news that the pacifier had to go as soon as possible, my heart sunk because I knew it was my fault for holding on. That night my husband and I made a pact to work on phasing out his pacifier right away. [Read more…]

Vacation Countdown Calendar for Kids

July 2, 2018 by Meagan 4 Comments

For the past 15 years, our little family, along with my husband’s large side of the family, has been gathering on the white sandy beaches of Captiva Island for our summer ritual of fun and relaxation. One week spent in the same time share, for over thirty years, first began with my husband, his brother and sister, and his parents. A once small, but traditional family vacation, has now turned into a great gathering of friends and family where we share food, wine, laughs, game nights, ice cream, burgers, and more wine. [Read more…]

10 Simple Strawberry Snacks

June 27, 2018 by Lisa 5 Comments

Now that summer is officially here, fresh fruits and vegetables are plentiful. I love having a huge selection of all my favorites available whenever I’m in the mood for their deliciousness. There are lots of them and they taste great! My all-time favorite fruit is strawberries. There are so many different ways to prepare them. [Read more…]

Guide to the Best Potty Training Chairs and Seats

June 25, 2018 by Meagan 7 Comments

The right potty chair or seat can be the key to a smooth potty training experience. And I’m here to tell you that not all potty training chairs and seats are created equal. If your little one is potty training or close to starting, check out this Guide to the Best Potty Training Chairs and Seats. [Read more…]

Coconut Rosemary Hot Oil Hair Treatment

June 13, 2018 by Lisa 6 Comments

Now that summer is here, it’s time for outdoor activities like swimming, picnics, and vacation fun. Unfortunately, summer activities can be rough on our hair. To keep your locks from damage, be sure to use a deep conditioner every week. This DIY Coconut Rosemary Hot Oil Hair Treatment is an excellent way to keep your hair healthy and looking good. [Read more…]

22 Ways to Avoid Plastic Shopping Bags

June 8, 2018 by Lisa 5 Comments

Plastic shopping bags are a huge threat to our environment. Their impact is widespread- from the energy it takes to produce the plastic to the pollution they cause on land and sea. Yet they’re still one of the most used single-use convenience plastics. If these are items you’d like to eliminate (or cut back on), here are 22 Ways to Avoid Plastic Shopping Bags. [Read more…]

17 Best Cloth Diapering Accessories

June 4, 2018 by Meagan 5 Comments

If you’ve read some of my other posts, you know I’m pro-cloth diapers. They’re eco-friendly and healthier for your baby’s delicate skin. I love all the adorable patterns and prints and I feel good about doing something to reduce my footprint. Cloth diapering can be quite a commitment but doable if you’ve got all the right information. Much like using standard disposable diapers, you still need all the accessories like wipes, diaper rash creams, and changing pads. But, besides the obvious, here’s a list of the Best Cloth Diapering Accessories you may not have thought of. [Read more…]

DIY Race Car Box Halloween Costume

Slow Cooker Baked Apples

Easy Plant Propagation

Teach Your Child How to Call 911

Grilled Peaches and Blueberries Dessert

Letter A Lesson Plan for Preschoolers

Bye Bye Paci- How to Slowly Wean from the Pacifier

Vacation Countdown Calendar for Kids

10 Simple Strawberry Snacks

Guide to the Best Potty Training Chairs and Seats

Coconut Rosemary Hot Oil Hair Treatment

22 Ways to Avoid Plastic Shopping Bags

17 Best Cloth Diapering Accessories

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