Author Archives: Kerri

About Kerri

Ahh…see that smile on my face? That’s a genuine smile. I love my family. I love the 4th of July. I love the beach. I love ice-cream. And the day this picture was taken, I was getting the combination of it all. Ahhh…that’s a real smile!

Your Personal Energy Boost

Feeling energetic is a key to feeling happy. It gets you moving, keeps you moving, and motivates you into action. On the other hand, when you are feeling exhausted, tasks that would otherwise bring you joy can seem overwhelming and … Continue reading

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Out of the Box Fun

Speaking of recycling, (thanks, Cheri) this is SUCH a fun activity that I loved a as a kid, and just as much as a Mom. Collect large boxes (I mean, HUGE, if you can). Or call your local supply store … Continue reading

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Making Cleaning Fun(ner)

13 ideas to get the cleaning done, and in a fun way. Continue reading

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Flourless Chocolate Cake

A deliciously dense and fudgy cake for the true chocolate lover. FOR CAKE: 12 oz semisweet chocolate chips or baker’s chocolate, chopped 1 1/2 Sticks (3/4 Cup) Butter 6 large eggs, separated 12 Tbs sugar 2 tsp vanilla FOR GLAZE: … Continue reading

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Happy Mother’s Day

Excuse This House ~Author Unknown Some houses try to hide the fact that children shelter there. Ours boasts of it quite openly; the signs are everywhere. For smears are on the windows, little smudges on the doors– I should apologize, … Continue reading

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A Makeup Tip and Giveaway

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The Perfect Mother’s Day Gift

Kids will love to help make this adorable handprint and poem gift for Mom for Mother’s Day.

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Have a “Yes” Day!

Other moms say “Yes” to their kids more than I do. Or maybe I say “No” to my kids more than other moms. Or at least sometimes I feel that way. Today I saw one mom driving her mini-van of … Continue reading

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Grilled Teriyaki Kabobs

A simple, delicious recipe that is simply delicious. Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs 1/4 Cup Water 1 Tbs packed brown sugar 3 Tbs soy sauce 1 1/2 Tbs Lemon Juice 1 Tbs canola oil 1/8 tsp ground pepper 1 clove garlic, finely … Continue reading

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Favorite Quiet Toy

It’s simple. A watter bottle with colorful cotton balls. Target age: 9 months – 3 years old It goes with us to church, to meetings, to waiting rooms, to restaurants — Anywhere that the kids might be asked to sit … Continue reading

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