Mini Apple Pies – Quick & Delicious!
Looking for a quick dessert or after-school snack idea? Now that fall is nearly here look no further than the bountiful selection of apples available at your local market - they were the inspiration for these tasty and quick little hand pies. Crisp, tart apples seasoned with pumpkin pie spice - a mixture of cinnamon,…
Sticker Shock!
Okay, so my 11-year-old sons feet grew. A lot.
Tips for Playroom Organization During the Holidays
With Santa Claus’ arrival fast approaching, now might be a good time to get into the kids’ playroom and make some space for that Christmas haul. While those cookies are baking, start an action plan to get organized for the impending toy drop – here are some tips that have worked best for me:
Have Glue Gun, Will Craft
With the Thanksgiving leftovers almost a distant memory and the holiday season officially underway, visions of glitter and glue guns have begun dancing in my head. As these next few weeks become increasingly hectic, I like to take time out with my family to flex our DIY muscles and create Christmas decorations. I have found that this is a fun way to slow down and connect with family and friends during the holiday season.
The Substitute
On Saturday morning I took my son to the neighborhood barber for a much-needed haircut. After much protesting and eye-rolling, he agreed that his curly hair was out of control. Two weeks of wrangling with it unsuccessfully was enough to get him in the chair and see if the barber could reach that happy…