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.

The Many Faces of Vinegar

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Janae

Lately, I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the “all-around” uses of Distilled White Vinegar. Apparently, Vinegar is a natural cleaner, heating agent, and antiseptic. So, it’s uses are many. Here’s a few you might find useful. Dishwashing Rinse-Aid: Just add 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Kids Eat Free

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Janae

With a large family, eating out can seem like an impossibility. But, in today’s economy, more and more restaurants are realizing the valuing of catering to families with kids. Lots of restaurants now offer Kids Eat Free nights (or close … Continue reading →

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Backyard Campfire

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Janae

Today I want to share one of our favorite summer traditions: A Backyard Campfire. Needed Supplies: An outdoor fire pit. Believe it or not, these don’t have to be expensive. We found ours for $35 at Walmart a couple of … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Independence Day

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Janae

I love Independence Day. I always have. It is definitely one of my favorite, if not THE favorite holiday of the year. I love all the fun that surrounds the day. I love the big brass band music, the thrill … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Summer T-Shirt

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Janae

The other day, my daughter came home from a day camp with the coolest shirt. Excited to teach us her new-found way of tye-dying, she quickly taught her brothers how to make one. They got to work and had a … Continue reading →

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Beat the Heat Meals

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Janae

This post is for anyone who doesn’t have air conditioning and live somewhere hot. We don’t and our summers can get well into the 90s. Needless to say, my desire to turn on my oven in the summer time quickly … Continue reading →

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Summer Treats

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Janae

Kids LOVE treats. They also LOVE to help make creative treats. The following are my top 10 treats for summer partly because many of them cool you off on a hot summer day and partly because most of them are … Continue reading →

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Summer Fun at Home

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Janae

In a previous post, I promised fun summer ideas to keep you busy making memories throughout the summer. My last post was on taking advantage of what the community had to offer. But, for those days when you’re stuck home … Continue reading →

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Planning Ahead for Summer Fun

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Janae

Summer is just around the corner. School’s getting out and the kids will all be home. I so look forward to this time of year. I can’t wait to hang out with my older kids more. At the same time, … Continue reading →

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Get a Whole New Wardrobe for Free!

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Janae

Summer is quickly arriving and you’ve likely gone through your closet, seeing what still fits. Whether you’ve met your New Year’s Resolution or, like me, find that you’ll never fit into those pre-baby jeans again, you’ve likely found an assortment … Continue reading →

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