Category Archives: The Moms

Diaper Envelope
DIY replacement for the diaper bag

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Sunny
Diaper Envelope for one diaper and some wipes

Sure, sometimes you need a hefty diaper bag, but sometimes you just want a diaper and wipes. And sometimes, you wish your diaper and wipes didn’t look so much like, well, a diaper and wipes. Or that your diaper, loose … 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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Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Cheri

Two questions for you: 1. Do you know someone who has a gluten intolerance or has Celiac disease? 2. Are you ready for the easiest recipe in the world? We have quite a few friends who cannot eat gluten and … Continue reading →

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Building Memories WILL last a lifetime

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Heidi
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I just returned from visiting some friends. Some old friends who, through the years of life have acquired many, many experiences, met hundreds of people, and seen hundreds of events They are both in their ’80’s and both on the … Continue reading →

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Money Bookkeeping for Kids

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Sunny
money ledger to help kids learn money skills

Teaching kids to Save, Budget, and keep track of their money can be a tricky job! But teaching them to use a book-keeping ledger, now THAT comes in handy! 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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Healthier AND Easier Mashed Potatoes–No Butter, Milk, Sour Cream, Cream Cheese

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Cheri

My husband’s grandfather was raised in France and had a very ecclectic flair about him. One thing he loved to do was to make and eat good food. My sister in law will never forget the day she was making … Continue reading →

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Super fun, jammin’ Songs the Whole Family Will Dance Along To

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Heidi
ziggy concert

Ziggy Marley’s Family Time album still remains one of our favorite family music albums. Mostly because his music is fun for the kids and for adults! You know when you have to listen to kids’ music and it drives you … Continue reading →

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A High School Grad
Don’t You Wish You Were ‘1 2 ?!

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Sunny
high school seniors walk onto field for graduation

I’ve been seeing that around lately. I can honestly say I do not wish I were a 2012 high school graduate, but I am really happy with the fact that I have one. Can you pick him out? That’s my … Continue reading →

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