Spring is here, which means it's time for grilling! We love grilled chicken and are always looking for ways to jazz it up a bit. Lucky for us, we all can agree on Italian food. We all love the robust flavor of alfredo sauce, but I have found that it can be very time consuming …
Disclosure: I received compensation and the opinions of this blog post are my own. Sleep... it's something that we all need to survive. We need sleep to recharge our energy, repair the body, rest our brain and body, and so many other things! Scientists have studied sleep and all that occurs during for many years and …
How To Survive (And Thoroughly Enjoy!) Walt Disney World With An Active Toddler: Part Two (If you haven't read Part 1 of this series, check it out. It highlights the planning phase of surviving Disney with your toddler.) Our Disney adventure was a bit stressful at first. I wasn't quite prepared enough for the plane …
Strawberries are a wonderful addition to the garden because they provide you with delicious fruit and add a little color to one of the hardest areas of the garden to fill in. No matter if you decide to grow them in a container, bed or hanging baskets, strawberries can start bearing fruit in just a …
One of my favorite things to do is to go grocery shopping for the week. I know that sounds crazy, but I really do enjoy it. (It's even more fun without kids, but, I probably spend less when they tag along....ha!) It is fun to see the fresh fruits and vegetables that my favorite store …
Mornings are sometimes rough around here. They usually involve me walking into the kitchen, still half asleep, searching for something for my rumbling belly. I like breakfasts that can be whipped up quickly and also...eaten quickly. That's why I love this morning orange mango drink. It's simple to make and has lots of vitamins, too! …
The opinions in this non-toxic Dream Cream post are all mine. If you have been reading this blog or following me for any amount of time, you already know that ⅗ of our family have had a hard time with eczema. The Captain used to scratch his thighs in his sleep and cause himself to …
This is a sponsored post brought to you by Gerber and Mom Select. All opinions are mine. Baby Brother is in that crazy phase of wanting to be independent, but not really being able to do much for himself. He's learning to talk and feed himself, but he still needs a lot of practice. Mealtimes …
We are pretty big Dallas Mavericks fans. Well, the Captain insists that he doesn't like the Mavs, but as long as he lives in our house, he is a Mavs' fan....HA! Well, when he was a baby, I ordered some super cute Dallas Mavericks fabric on ebay for a custom cloth diaper. Well, I had …
This blog post is part of a paid SocialMoms and RESCUE blogging program. The opinions and ideas expressed here are my own. Relieve the stress of parenthood! There is nothing like becoming a parent to quickly figure out what truly stresses you out. For me, I have about three things that really get under …
I'm excited to partner with Henkaa for this convertible dress post. All opinions are my own. It's hard to believe, but I have not bought many clothes for myself over the past 6+ years. I have bought a few pieces when I absolutely had to, like for my brother's wedding when the Captain was 8 months …
How To Survive (and Thoroughly Enjoy!) Walt Disney World with an Active Toddler : Part One We recently took a family vacation to Walt Disney World in Orlando. It was a great opportunity with a group of homeschool families to participate in Disney's YES class. Hubby had been to Disney World a few times as a …
I frequently joke that I haven't gotten a full night's sleep for about 7 years now. I used to be able to sleep through the night, but then around the second trimester with the Captain, I had to wake up multiple times a night. I either had to use the restroom, or my hips or …
For about three years now, I have been trying to eliminate chemicals and unnatural additives in the products that we use. I was very intimidated with this huge task when I first began, but it is easy if you take it one product at a time. The first thing I did was take a look …
Everyone knows that my first choice for candy for the boys is YumEarth. We've used it for all of the major holidays, in the homeschool treasure box, and even in last year's Easter eggs. The boys all have a sweet tooth and while moderation is important, I think it is okay to let them splurge …
Try this delicious recipe for banana bread - banana mini muffins! One of the boys' all time favorite snacks is banana mini muffins. We make them quite often and while they usually disappear quickly, sometimes I make an extra batch to keep in the freezer. That way, we can pull out a few at a time, …
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Carter’s. I received a complimentary gift card to facilitate my review as thanks for my participation. All opinions in this spring fashion for boys post are my own. #SpringIntoCarters #IC Winter was long and cold, and we had record snowfalls in Texas! While it was …
Easter Gift Ideas for Families to Enjoy Together If you have been to any retail store in the past month, you have surely seen the plethora of Easter themed gifts for kids. Chocolates, candy, stuffed bunny rabbits, shirts, Easter baskets, and more. All of this is fun, for sure, but I like to include the …
One thing about all mothers is true: we are busy! I have found that it does not matter what a mom does, if we have a child, our workload increases dramatically. Some days are especially busy for me. We are homeschooling the Captain this year for kindergarten, which some days takes more time than …
Easy Dot Art Shamrock Craft for Kids Crafts are something that we all can agree on in this house. The boys are excellent about coming up with their own crafts, but sometimes they need a little guidance to get started. They love these Do A Dot Art! markers that Grammy gave to them and so …
We are all cookie lovers in this house. Sometimes, I'll admit, I just make cookies to eat the yummy dough (shhh!) but this recipe is great because you can use store bought chocolate oatmeal cookie dough to make delicious, hearty, nutritious oatmeal cookie bars. The add-ins deliver flavor and something sweet and special in your …
This Pack ‘n Play® post has been brought to you by Graco®. All opinions are mine. The one product that I have used from the Captain's second day of birth is the Graco® Pack ‘n Play®. We set it up in our room before he was born and it was awesome for middle of the night changes, …
All three of the boys were born during cold and flu season. I always hated bundling them up and hauling them to a waiting room full of people with various illnesses. Thankfully, they never caught anything from the doctor's office (that happens later when they touch everything,) but it still would have been nice to have …
Our boys are six and four and LOVE the idea of going to stay the night at their grandparents' houses. They love their grandparents, but they still get a bit anxious when being away from home without us. They do have each other, thank goodness, because I do not think they would actually stay at Grandma's house …
I have been cooking new things lately that are both healthier and different, to add variety to our meals and keep things exciting. Since we homeschool and Daddy comes home for lunch, I am cooking a lot. It's great but very challenging, at times, to fix different things for the family that we will all enjoy. …
You probably weren't aware, but Clean Out Your Computer Day is February 9th. Mark it on your calendar and set aside some time for computer cleanup! Clean out junk on your computer and enhance the performance and speed of your trusty laptop or desktop computer.
We are gearing up for the youth group Super Bowl party at our house on Sunday. The boys want to decorate and have made a few posters for the big event already, but we needed some more football decor. The Captain created this adorable textured paint football craft for kids and it turned out great! …
Happy Valentine's Day, Curious George! Banana Valentine Craft for Kids One of the boys' favorite book characters is Curious George. How can you resist this lovable, mischievous little monkey? One book we like to read this time of year is Happy Valentine's Day, Curious George! I love crafts that the boys can create on their …
The Captain is so excited for the Super Bowl this year! He really got into football (much to my dismay!) since the last Super Bowl and has really learned about the game. He decided to go against his Texas roots and he picked the Seattle Seahawks as "his" team. Possibly because he's a bandwagon fan, …
The boys love listening to a good book. I love seeing their excitement for a character like Corduroy or Clifford come alive. To extend their excitement and understanding, I search for a fun craft or activity based on the book we have read. This makes it fun for the whole family and provides a genuine …
After reading these hilariously funny posts about selfies and how they have gone too far on Buzzfeed this morning, I decided...it is time. When I was looking through pictures of my labor with Captain Fussybuckets 6 years ago, I found this little gem. I had gone in on Halloween with contractions, being a first time mom, I …
This post was brought to you by Twinings of London tea. All opinions are mine. Tea is a much loved part of the day for many adults. A hot cup of tea can provide comfort, peace, and warmth on a cold winter morning. A tall glass of iced tea is perfect for a hot summer …
We are going through a major slump in the homeschool area these days. November and December are jam packed with the three boys' birthdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, travel, and more. It is hard for me to stay focused on what I am supposed to be doing, but it is even harder for the Captain. Understandably, he …
Christmas will soon be here but until then, there is a lot of time to fill! Kids who are out for the holidays plus parents who have a lot to do to get ready for the big day means that we have to pull a few tricks out of our hats. Here is a fabulous DIY …
The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. #CanonatBestBuy #HintingSeason Christmas is only a 15 days away! I can hardly believe that it's already almost here. If you're still looking for the perfect gift for your spouse or family, …
This mini layered chocolates shop has been compensated. All opinions are mine alone. Every Christmas, I like to give homemade gifts to neighbors, teachers, and friends. I do not like to give the traditional gifts like fruit cake and dipped pretzels, although they are delicious. I just don't want to risk giving something that they …
Whenever the boys need a quick snack, my go to is always fruit. They love it and it's quick, easy, and healthy. Sometimes they want more of a dessert, but I don't want to whip up a big batch of cookies. Microwave cinnamon apples is usually what I make for them, and all three of …
Marriage is hard, guys. It really is. No one ever told me it would be...not that I would have listened. It takes constant work and attention to make a marriage work. People drift apart and marriages fail. Add children to the mix and time and attention has to be split. It can get messy …
>If you are looking for the cranberry soda recipe, click here< brought to you by Hallmark - contains affiliate links - all opinions are mine I love the Christmas season as much as the next person, but I also find myself really struggling for creativity during this time of the year. I want to …
contains affiliate links If there is one thing that never gets old, it's reading books. We love to sit down with a good book and read it together. The Captain is a good reader and he loves to read, too. I never knew how refreshing it would be to open and explore a wordless picture book, …