This sweet little heart butterfly craft is a fun idea for Valentine’s Day. Aside from the painting and drying, you can put this together in just a few minutes, and that’s a winner for any busy mom (and kid). And while you’re here, you don’t want to miss our other easy valentine crafts for kids, …

When I want a fruity drink that’s not just full of empty calories, I make myself a smoothie. And normally I add a bit of sweetener to it, but with this recipe, you really don’t need to. This healthy strawberry banana smoothie is perfectly sweet just as it is, and it’s made with almond coconut …

With winter here, I find that nothing is more comforting than coming in after a cold, blustery day to a steaming cup of hot chocolate. And while plain old hot chocolate suits me just fine (yes, even the packaged stuff), this cinnamon hot chocolate is my favorite. And because it’s so good, I wanted to …

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner (or at least it seems that way)… you may be looking for some quick and easy valentine crafts for kids. Well, you’re in luck. Most of the crafts in this post can be done in 15 minutes or less, and they’re oh-so-cute! Easy Valentine Crafts for Kids Start …

We’ve done Elf on the Shelf a little bit here and there during previous years, but since this is the first year that our son is really *into it*, we’re being pretty consistent about it. Here’s where we’ll share our 2016 elf on the shelf ideas. Keep in mind that the pictures may not be …

Celebrate winter with this cute little snowman toilet paper roll craft that’s perfect for preschoolers. It’s a wonderful kids’ craft for a snow day! Plus, if you make crafts with your kids fairly regularly, you probably already have everything you need – toilet paper rolls, pipe cleaners, yarn, beads, and paint.  These cute little toilet …

Buying a gift for a preschool child? Not only do you want a fun, engaging gift, but you also want one that’s going to last. You need a gift that he will play with for more than a day or two, right? Here are 27 amazingly fun toys for preschool boys that are perfect gifts …

Style and furnish your child’s bedroom to allow him to grow and mature without having to redo his room every year or two. I’m partnering with Brentwood Home to offer you some fabulous tips and products to create a kid space that your child can grow into.

Spread some holiday cheer with this thick, creamy, coconuty Puerto Rican eggnog recipe. You’ll love this delicious twist on old fashioned eggnog. In fact, if you’ve never really been a fan of the stuff, I bet you’ll drink this right up. Cheers! This recipe comes from Joyce at My Stay at Home Adventures! Puerto Rican …

This handprint Christmas tree card is a fun craft for the kids that you’ll want to keep for the memory books. It’s a wonderful way to send seasons greetings to grandparents, aunts, uncles and other extended family, too.

Are you tired of your go-to chicken recipe? Does your family say “chicken again?” whenever it pops up on your menu? Shake things up with this delicious spicy pineapple chicken recipe. It’s the perfect blend of sweet and spicy without packing too much spice for the kids. Eat up!

This pumpkin chili recipe is full of the flavors of fall! With creamy pumpkin, turkey, white beans and a kick of spice, this is one dish the whole family will enjoy.

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #OneStopKittyShop #CollectiveBias This fun diy cat toy is a great project for the kids! Fill it with your cat’s favorite treats for a noisy, smell-good experience that your kitty will love.

Want to get something nice but useful for the law enforcement officer in your life? You’ve come to the right place! Here are 13 gift ideas for cops that are tried and tested – items that my husband (a law enforcement officer himself) says he can’t live without. Whether you’re looking for a police academy …

This festive breakfast (or dessert) is packed with seasonal flavor and topped with granola or muesli for added texture. It’s the perfect way to use up leftover homemade cranberry sauce! Cranberries just don’t get the credit they deserve. Many of us pull them out for Thanksgiving and Christmas because, well, you can’t have a turkey …

I don’t know about you, but when winter arrives, I want to get under a big thick blanket and eat lots of carbs. Yikes! One of my favorite comfort foods is soup (of all kinds), so soup is a go-to dish for me when it’s cold outside. Instead of soups filled with starches and grains, …

This cauliflower and ground beef hash is an easy low carb dinner that you can fit in any night of the week. And, boy, does it fill you up! When my husband is low carbing, easy go-to meals are a must for those days when you’re just too busy to fuss over dinner. This is …

This pumpkin chocolate hand pies recipe is a sponsored collaboration with Pillsbury and Acorn Influence. #ItsBakingSeason, y’all. I’ll readily admit that I’m one of those girls who goes crazy for pumpkin pie, pumpkin cheesecake, and pumpkin everything as soon as the first leaf falls during autumn. What can I say? You have to get that pumpkin …

With Halloween right around the corner, I can’t help but break out the crafting materials with my son. And usually our crafts center around toilet paper rolls. We always have them, the crafts are easy, and they’re just enough to keep his attention. These Halloween toilet paper roll crafts are cute and spooky (but not …

Want a refreshing dip for your next get-together? Tired of the same old salsa recipe? Have we got an amazing version for you! This cantaloupe lime salsa is fruity, refreshing and has the right amount of heat to jump-start your taste buds. Cantaloupe Lime Salsa Recipe If you’ve never tried a melon-based salsa, you’re in …

Marriage is hard work. Anyone who has ever been married will tell you the same, especially after they’ve been married for more than a couple of years (end of the honeymoon phase, you know). That doesn’t mean that it always has to feel like hard work, though. When husband and wife encourage one another, a …

There’s nothing like putting away the electronics and stepping into the great outdoors for a few days (or few weeks, if you’re lucky). If you’re planning a camping trip with your family, you may be worried about balancing some at-home comforts while roughing it in the woods. We’ve found some helpful camping hacks that will …

My favorite summertime food is watermelon. Not only is it juicy and refreshing, but it’s just plain fun. Looking for new ways to serve it? We’ve found 19 watermelon hacks and recipes that are going to blow your mind. Seriously… just check out these creative ideas!

Cinnamon fruit biscuits are an easy breakfast to make for your family when you are short on time. I don’t know about you, but I am not much of a morning person.  I love finding recipe that I can put on the table in about 30 minutes.  I really don’t want to wake up at …