One of my babies turned six last week! Yes, SIX! Where does the time go? Before I know it, I’m going to blink and be packing him up for college. *sniff sniff* Since I obviously can’t make time stand still, I make a huge deal out of birthdays. Streamers, balloons, cakes and the works. My …

Stale bread? Have I got a solution for you! And, it’s a yummy one! So, make a sweep of the pantry and get ready for a tasty addition to a plethora of meals. It’s time for some homemade croutons! Dice your leftover bread into crouton-size cubes and toss into a large mixing bowl. My preference …

When it comes to books, I’m a historical fiction kind of girl. As long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to “old” stories – the ones filled with period dresses, adventures in the unknown and bedtime at sundown. Don’t all us mothers dream of a sundown bedtime? Even though my daughter is just two, …

It’s time to talk about the benefits of a Toddler Buffet. I have a 3 year old and sometimes…okay almost all the time it is impossible to get him to eat. He doesn’t want to eat lunch. He’s not interested in dinner. Just like most toddlers, he is very picky. He doesn’t like this. He …

Don’t get me wrong, I’m no Kraft or Annie’s hater. Those macs have their place in my life (and on my pantry shelf), but nothing beats a bowl of homemade mac ‘n cheese straight from the oven. With a smooth roux, fun pasta shapes and crunchy bread crumbs I’m pretty much in comfort food heaven. …

When I found out I was pregnant, the thing I was most excited about doing for my baby was decorating his nursery. I wanted to go all out with a theme complete with matching decor so that everything would coordinate and be all tied together. I had so much fun thinking up ideas and decorating …

Baby showers are a great way to “shower” moms to be with presents and love. They are also a fun way to get together with friends and play games. Today I wanted to share ten fun game ideas for you to try at the next baby shower you’re having or throwing. 1. Guess how big …

I absolutely love grocery shopping. It’s kind of the highlight of my weeks.  Maybe it’s because I love to plan, make lists, cook, organize, and shop! I like staying really organized when I shop because when I’m not, I end up buying a cart full of donuts and ice cream and spending $300. Below, I’ve …

Since my son is only one years old, I’ve only thrown one birthday party for him so far. He will turn two in a few months and I’ve begun thinking of party themes for his birthday along with ideas of things all the little ones in attendance can do for fun while there. I think …

I hit another home run with dinner the other night and I just had to share. I have been looking for a fabulous cheesy potato soup recipe lately and have made four different recipes trying to find a really good one. I only want to share the best with you guys (and my family!). My …

What kid wouldn’t love to eat cheerios and french toast for breakfast? Imagine if you combined the two you would be super mom (as if you weren’t already). I though of this recipe when I was in the supermarket and saw french toast sticks in the freezer section but I wanted to come up with …

The first few months with a new baby can tough, whether it’s baby number 1, 2 or 6. The exhaustion, the night feedings, the visitors, it can all be very overwhelming. The most important gift anyone can give you is support. And I don’t just mean nod-along-with-you-and-leave support, I mean real, helpful, support. Actually doing …