Monthly Meal planning is one of my best sanity savers. Planning out a month’s worth of meals ahead of time has simplified our grocery shopping and made dinner time a breeze. This month our menu is filled with soups, stews, and other cozy meals that we love. As I share our monthly meal plans you’ll…
Does Washing Hair With Baking Soda and Vinegar Actually Work?
It has been 6 weeks since I have shampooed my hair! I have long thick hair that takes forever to dry. I had been really frustrated with my “blah” hair and itchy scalp. I had little bumps that would appear at the nape of my neck and drive me crazy. I had a sneaking suspicion that my…
Cover Wire Shelving – A Cheap and Easy Fix
Learn how to cover wire shelves with a simple dollar tree trick. Wire shelving is an economical way to add storage to a closet or in our case, a pantry. I loved all of the room we have in our small pantry closet but the wire shelves were not ideal for storing food. Oftentimes items…
Must-Have Productivity Books to Improve your Time Management
As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. My obsession with productivity began in junior high, when my mother worked for a popular day planner company. It continued after having kids when life got busy and I really needed some tools to help…
DIY Farmhouse Shelves
I recently shared our fall decor and received several questions about our farmhouse shelves. These shelves were the first project I completed in our new house and I’m so in love! It was a very simple project that cost less than $100 and only took about 2 hours. As a member of affiliate programs, I…
10 Ideas for a Rainbow Theme Party
When our daughter turned 6 we celebrated it with a fun Rainbow theme birthday party. I spent more time than I would admit looking for ideas and inspiration for the party. I thought I would save you the hassle and share my 10 easy and fun ideas for a RAINBOW-themed party! Rainbow Party DECORATIONS 1. Rainbow…
Chocolate Chip Walnut Banana Bread – with Sour Cream
Whether you’re looking for a delicious breakfast treat or a comforting dessert, this banana nut chocolate chip bread recipe made with sour cream is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. So why not try baking a loaf today and see for yourself how amazing it tastes? Adding sour cream to a…
Daily Planner for School
Staying organized for school can be tricky for younger students. This year may be especially difficult with all of the changes that our students are facing. Parents are faced with many big decisions to make and children may feel uneasy about it all. This Daily Planner for School will help your student stay organized and…
Create a Daily Schedule for Kids With These Free Printables
Schedules and routines are helpful for most children. Managing our children’s days can be hard, but having a plan helps. I created these daily schedules for kids out of necessity. I hope you find these printables helpful! Why do you need this kid’s daily schedule template? Schedules are especially helpful for children as they grow…
Simple Nutella Dip
The combination of hazelnut and chocolate is TO-DIE-FOR! Nutella is one of our favorite treats. We spread it on toast, pancakes, crepes, add it to our lattes and milkshakes. One of our favorite ways to enjoy this sweet treat is by dipping fresh fruit into this Nutella Dip. This recipe couldn’t be easier. Just 2…
Blueberry Scones
Brunch is by far my favorite meal of the day. I love it so much that we opted for brunch at our wedding. There just something about warm scones, eggs, and bacon for breakfast. I was introduced to these blueberry scones while in Ireland too. My friend whipped up a huge batch for a group and…
Tomato Pie Recipe
Tomato Pie Recipe – Ripe summer tomatoes, herbs, and cheese make up this delicious savory pie. The first time I tried this recipe I was sold! A tomato pie is a perfect addition to your summer menu. It’s a great make-ahead recipe and tastes great fresh out of the oven or chilled. If you have…
Start a Food Stockpile – Free Freezer and Pantry Inventory Worksheet [Editable]
Do you have a Food Stockpile? The word “stockpile” has become a bad word recently with people stocking up on toilet paper and hand sanitizer, and emptying shelves in stores nationwide. There is a right way to start a food stockpile without being too extreme. In this article, I’ll explain why you should have an…
41 Great Books 5th Graders Will Love
We have a very avid reader in our house. In this post, I’m sharing some of our favorite books for 10-year-old girls (and boys!) These are 5th-grade reading level books that our daughter has loved and would be great books to add to your child’s library. As a member of affiliate programs, I earn a…
Keto Egg Roll in a Bowl – Low Carb Friendly Recipe
This Egg Roll in a Bowl recipe is easy to make, full of Asian flavors and great for a low carb diet! If you’re looking for a new healthy recipe to add to your weekly meal plan, this is one of our favorites. If you love Asian flavors, this keto eggroll in a bowl recipe…
How to Remove Slime from Carpet
Removing slime from carpet isn’t as hard as you may think. This post walks you through the steps to remove the sticky mess!
20 Instant Pot Side Dishes
I have saved hours in the kitchen using my electric pressure cooker over the years and we have enjoyed many delicious meals and desserts. These Instant Pot side dish recipes are the perfect addition to our recipe book. Below I’m sharing 20 of the best Instant Pot Side Dishes and Vegetable Recipes I’ve found. …
Apple Cherry Crumble
This Apple Cherry Crumble recipe has the perfect crumble topping and is a great addition to your family dinners and parties. Why have simple apple pie when you can add in cherries and upgrade America’s favorite pie? Apple + Cherry = Perfection Apple crumble, apple crisp, apple whatever! I love them all. I’ve looked high…
Slime Gift Basket for Kids Including 3 Slime Recipes
Are you looking for a super fun birthday present for kids? This Slime Gift Basket is a great gift for any child or teen who is addicted to making slime. I pride myself on being pretty good at RSVPing to events and birthday parties right away. Buying the gift, however, is something I usually procrastinate…
How to Begin Monthly Meal Planning
Monthly meal planning is a game-changer! Before I found monthly meal planning, I would take time every Sunday to plan out one week’s worth of meals and go grocery shopping for the week. Find out how to begin monthly meal planning and see if it will work for you! Weekly meal planning was working ok…
Clean With Natural Ingredients
This blog post was sponsored by e-cloth. All opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links. This summer I have made it a priority to work with our kids and really take the time to teach them how to clean the home. We’ve spent time learning how to clean the toilet properly, how to…
Chicken Freezer Meal Ideas
Fill Your Freezer with 24 Meals This weekend I’ll be picking up a huge order of chicken…40 pounds! I’ve been busy this week picking up some supplies and planning a “Freezer Prep Menu” for all of this chicken. This is a LOT of chicken and I knew that I needed to get my act together before it arrives. I’m excited…
How to Simplify your To-Do List, Plus a FREE printable
Many of us write to-do lists. We jot down all the things we need to do and try to get through it all. What if I told you that there is a way to make better to-do lists? Find out how a to-do list can help you when you’re overwhelmed and get the free to-do…
12 Delicious Instant Pot Dessert Recipes
I’ve had my Instant Pot for a while now, and it is still my most used small appliance (besides the espresso machine!). It is just so time-saving! Most nights, I can whip up dinner in 20 minutes, which this busy mom appreciates! I’m also thrilled to be able to bake up some tasty desserts in…
Baking with a Toaster Oven in the Summer
One item on my summer bucket list was to spend more time teaching Claire how to bake. She’s ten years old, which is a great age to start giving her a little more ownership in the kitchen. She knows how to make scrambled eggs, macaroni and cheese, and some other basic recipes. To give her the opportunity…
Teach your Children How to Help Around the House with Zone Cleaning for Kids
One of the best ways we have taught our children to help with chores is by creating a Zone Cleaning System. This is a simple way to delegate chores in a fair way, because the chores rotate weekly and everyone gets a turn. This school year has kept us busy, but it’s time to get back…
Holiday Instant Pot Recipes
Every year it seems like the holidays sneak up on us and I’m scrambling at the last minute to plan our holiday meals. Thanks to our beloved Instant pot and these recipes, I know that this year will be easier! Most of us will have turkey or ham as the main dish, but what about those…
6 Must-Have Instant Pot Recipes for Beginners
Did you just get a new Instant Pot Pressure Cooker and you’re not sure where to begin? I’ve gathered 6 must have Instant Pot recipes for beginners like me! These are basic recipes that will simplify your meal prep and save you tons of time! I have several friends who own and love their Instant…
3 Tips to Improve Your Day
When things are getting hard and you’re struggling to have a good day, you need a few quick tips to help you get out of a funk and improve your day. Maybe you’ve been here too… somedays just don’t go the way we hope and it usually affects our parenting in negative ways. We’re less patient, more grumpy, less…
Simple Crock-Pot Roast
This week was begging for a slow cooker meal. It was busy, busy, busy! I’m so thankful for my slow cooker during these busy weeks. I decided on this simple crock-pot roast. It’s so nice to just put in a few ingredients and in just a few hours, have a delicious home-cooked meal ready to go! 5…