Family Garden: How to Build a Strong Relationship with Your ChildWhen I was a little girl, I would work with my grandmother in her garden on the south side of her house, learning how to pick cherry tomatoes and spy the worms that destroyed the tomato plants. She also had a flower garden, which included columbines and sunflowers. I would…
Parenting: How to Teach Kids to Make Their Own BreakfastI'm a big believer in tasks and chores. I'm pretty much a die-hard Momma Drill Sergeant, handing out orders and jobs to anyone in my path. We've handed out a small list of "duties" and responsibilities to my 7-year-old, but I have a favorite: he takes care of his…
How to Stress Less and Get Organized for Spring HolidaysSpring is in the air and with spring comes the first major holidays of the year – Easter and Passover. There’s no reason to stress, though. Set guidelines for yourself. You’ll be amazed at how a few simple rules can change the entire holiday experience, while also products like Delta …
Mealtime Tips and Tricks: How To Properly Freeze and Thaw Foodmom • meal time • food • meal plan
Mealtime—The holidays are right around the corner which means that many of us are decorating our homes and preparing menus for the holiday feasts. One of my favorites things to do during the cooler days is to prepare big batches of pasta sauces, soups, stews, and chili. After all…
Cameras: 5 Easy Photography Tips for Any Budgetme • hobbies & me time • lifestyle • hobbies-me time
With the proliferation of good quality cameras these days, it’s not uncommon to own a camera that can produce high quality images, even for less than $100. Even disposable cameras sold at drug stores can produce images you can be proud of, simply by spending a little bit of…
