Thank you Amnesty International USA for sponsoring this post. Our kids can be spoiled. I'll be the first to admit it. Not spoiled brats- spoiled, but want for nothing spoiled. My husband and I grew up with very little, each for different reasons, and I can remember being so happy for the few presents and gifts we did recieve. When you become a parent, it's a given that you want better for your … [Read more...]
50 Free or Cheap Winter Holiday Activities for Kids
My favorite part of the holiday season isn’t the gifts, parties or hustle and bustle… it’s making priceless holiday memories with my kids. Sharing traditions from my own childhood and creating new ones together as a family is truly what the season is all about. To help get your started on making some family holiday memories of your very own, I'm sharing 50 free or cheap winter holiday activities … [Read more...]
Recycled Poinsettia Ornaments
Every Christmas season I love to have a craft session with my kids and this usually involves making someone ornaments for our tree. Last year, we made some paper straw trees, yarn balls and folded paper pinwheels- and this year these recycled poinsettia ornaments are our first on the list! They are made with just a few materials, mostly being made from recycling a toilet or paper towel roll. These … [Read more...]
14 Fun Uses for Plastic Easter Eggs
Happy Easter everyone! I hope your day was filled with family, fun and friends. We celebrated at home since my husband had to work. The kids had fun with their baskets and all of the Easter eggs that the bunny left in the yard for them. Now that Easter is over and everyones bellies are full of jelly beans and chocolate, we are left with the age old question of what to do with all of those … [Read more...]
Peep Birdie Nests
Do you love PEEPS®? Yes, me too! They are my favorite Easter candy. I don't just love eating them, but love creating recipes out of them too! Last year, I made some Peep Fruit Kabobs, and this year I wanted to make something sweeter- and oh so cute! These little Peep Birdie Nests are so simple to make and adorable too! These cute little treats remind me of a yellow bird sitting in a nest. … [Read more...]
