Author Archives: Janae

About Janae

Hello from Colorful Colorado! My name is Janae and I live at the edge of the beautiful Rockies with my six kids and wonderful husband. We’re a busy family who loves to work together, learn together, and most of all, play together. Like a post? Please comment.

Keeping Kids Hydrated

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Janae

It’s summertime. The temperatures are rising, the sun is beating down, the kids are endlessly running and playing outdoors, and it is hot! It’s the perfect recipe for dehydration. Generally, around this time of year, I am constantly washing cups … Continue reading →

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Super Yummy and Simple Granola Bars

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Janae

Here’s a great recipe for a super simple, yummy, better-than-the-alternative, summer treat. No-Bake Chocolate Chip Granola Bars yield: 10 bars Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup honey 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 2 cups quick cooking oats {not rolled oats!} … Continue reading →

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Summer Piano (or any instrument) Program

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Janae

My kids take piano lessons and I teach piano lessons. But, as our school year is coming to a close, all of us are becoming less motivated to have piano lessons over the summer. Together, we came up with a … Continue reading →

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A “Dry”, but Great Product

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Janae

Perhaps you’ve started seeing them around…Microfiber Super Absorbent, Washable Dish Mats. I was skeptical. The dish towels I use seem to end up soaking wet and inevitably smell like mildew very soon after using them to dry things. My dish … Continue reading →

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Keeping Up With Scrapbooking

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Janae

If there’s one thing that most people find they can’t keep up with, it’s scrapbooking. How many of us have drawers full of developed photos or hard drives full to capacity of photos we rarely look at but wish we … Continue reading →

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Everybody Needs A Time Out

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Janae

My day starts off in a run. Wake up the kids. Make the pancakes. Pack the lunches. Sit down for breakfast. Pacifier in the babies mouth. Sit down again. Make more juice. Sit down again. Two bites in my mouth. … Continue reading →

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Step Back!

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Janae

This post is for anyone who is dealing with a difficult child. All kids have difficult moments, but if your child has impulsive anger issues and massive tantrums at an inappropriate age (5+ probably) then this may help you. For … Continue reading →

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What Do You Get When You Cross an Egg and Plumber’s Tape?

Posted on April 7, 2012 by Janae

Really cool Easter Eggs! Use plumber’s tape to make fun patterns on your eggs this season. We were just sitting down to decorate eggs today when I spotted the tape on the counter. We tried it out and made lots … Continue reading →

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Little Chef Nights

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Janae

Have you ever worked hard on a meal only to find that when you bring it to the table, it’s welcomed with a chorus of “Gross!”, “Oooooh”, “I hate that!”. Your elation at finishing a meal and delivering it proudly … Continue reading →

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A Sleep-Saver for New Moms

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Janae

Motherhood is a big job. It takes a lot of energy and, unfortunately, sometimes when we need sleep the most, we’re deprived of it. I have lots of friends that just had babies and the number one complaint I hear … Continue reading →

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