Lunch is always a big ol' question mark in this house. Usually our choices are leftovers or a sandwich. Lately though, I've been making the most out of my new Green Pan and have been making migas, eggs and toast, grilled cheese sandwiches, quesadillas, or this delicious little bowl of goodness: Orange Bell Pepper Nachos. …
When I was looking for my first real job after college, I went through 13 interviews to find the perfect one. It was a time of high anxiety for me. I really went into the interview process blindly. Well, I learned a few things in college, but I could have used some more tips …
I have never been one to work exercise into my daily routine. There was always something more important to do. Exercise is one of those things that you know you should be doing, but actually doing it is oh so difficult. Well, for me at least. After having three kids, it is passed time to …
There is one thing our family loves and that's salsa! One of our favorite things to do is sample different types of salsa and make different salsa recipes, too. Salsa is a healthy way to spice up or add flavor to just about anything. You can make it as spicy or mild as you like, …
I love chocolate candy, there's no doubt, but I have a hard time eating commercial candy, because it's often times filled with junk. I created a delicious recipe with only all-natural, organic ingredients. I used coconut butter, which is also called coconut cream concentrate. Coconut butter is finely ground coconut meat with no additives and …
Chances are, you already know about this awesome two ingredient dessert topping, but if you haven't, let me introduce you to coconut whipped cream: Now, let's back up. I grew up on whipped topping. It was delicious. And the spray whipped topping you get in a can? Oh man, that stuff is so super …
I'm a sucker for quick snacks and desserts. I want to have s'mores without waiting to go camping and microwave s'mores and s'mores-like recipes just aren't the same. My guys love my easy oven s'mores and I know you will, too! The beauty of making them in the oven is that the marshmallows brown, just …
Pi Day is coming! On March 14, (3.14) we celebrate all things pie! And since my personal favorite pie is chocolate, I wanted to celebrate this fabulous day with chocolate cream pie! Chocolate Cream Pie with Pretzel Crust This pie is a labor of love, but once you taste it, it will be worth it. …
contains affiliate links Natural Green Eggs and Ham Dr. Seuss, famous author of the lovable, rhyming books for children, is having a birthday on March 2nd. What better way to celebrate than with a dish of natural Green Eggs and Ham? The boys love this funny book about something we know all too well around …
This post contains affiliate links. A few weeks ago, I was ordering a few essentials from Amazon, but needed something else to put my amount over $25 to get free shipping because well, I don't enjoy paying for shipping. I'm sure you understand! So, I found raw cacao nibs, knew they were good for me, …
Disclosure: I received this product as part of an advertorial. All opinions are mine. Being that Baby Brother is #3 for us, you would think that we had it all down. While I do feel like I was very well prepared going into this for the third time, I never quite knew what to expect. …
I have an interesting story to tell. But, before I tell it, please know that this is NOT meant to be advice and shouldn't encourage anyone to do anything out of desperation. But....the Pioneer Woman's iced coffee broke my water. Okay, maybe it was a coincidence....but here's how the story goes: Three weeks before my due …
Strawberries are one of our family's favorite fruits. Strawberries are the fruit of Valentine's Day. Last year at our favorite grocery store, there was a huge area set up for workers to solely make chocolate dipped strawberries for Valentine's Day. They're pretty expensive, though, so last year I made Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries and Daddy and …
Disclosure: I received this DayDreamer inclined infant chair as part of an advertorial. I love to hold Baby Brother and of course, he loves to sleep in our arms. I am, however, also the mother of two other boys who need my help a lot, and a wife, and also a cook, dishwasher, launderer, blogger, etc, etc. …
Hot wings are a staple for many football game watching parties. Americans spend a lot of money on take out wing orders. Our family loves chicken wings, even the boys! They're messy, delicious, and easy to prepare in your own oven. Oven baked wings are a healthier way to enjoy the game day classic.
Newborns loved to be held. It's no wonder, because they just spent the first part of their lives being hugged in a warm, cozy womb! Sometimes, however, moms don't have spare arms to hold our newborn, or if we do, we are walking around trying to hold Baby and do a million other things with …
The boys are happy to annouce that Baby Brother is here! He was born Sunday afternoon. It was the quickest and easiest labor and delivery out of the three boys, and I'm so thankful to the awesome staff at our hospital that made that possible. We have been very blessed and are thankful to God …
I'm currently 39 weeks pregnant and definitely feeling it! In a world of friends "going early," scheduled inductions and c-sections, and the lucky few whose water breaks "right on time," it can be frustrating to be patient and let nature take it's course, especially since it seems like most people expect no one in their …
This belly casting kit post was brought to you by Pearhead. All opinions are mine. It has been a whole different experience being pregnant this time around, with Baby #3. The Captain and D are both old enough to find my huge belly fascinating and ask questions...lots and lots of questions. It's hard to believe …
Our family loves tuna fish. I always feel a bit guilty about eating it, however, because of the fact that most tuna fish is not responsibly caught and fishing for tuna harms dolphins. Skipjack tuna is also good for you, which I love because it's easy to get the boys to eat good protein …
Fall is my favorite season, for many reasons. My top three reasons all involve the foods that are in season during the fall: apples, pumpkins, and delicious cranberries. For so long, I bought the canned cranberry sauce but last year I wondered to myself how hard it could possibly be to make cranberry sauce and …
Fall is officially here...it's my favorite season of the year! Tonight we had a delicious meal of Crock Pot Vegetable Beef Stew and Apple Crumble for dessert. The meal would have been delicious with a side of homemade cornbread, but it was delicious the way it was.
This post about bonding with baby has been brought to you by Boba. All thoughts and opinions are mine. In +/- 10 weeks, we will be welcoming Baby #3 into our family. TEN weeks! It seems like so incredibly long, but I know the time will speed past, just as it did and has with …
Fall is my absolute favorite season and time of the year. I love it when the first cool breeze blows in, the leaves start falling, and PUMPKINS are everywhere! While you can get pumpkin year round, Fall inspires me to eat pumpkin in every way possible! I've gathered some pumpkin recipes from some great bloggers …
Coconut Chicken Strips with Honey Mustard I have been looking for different ways to use my coconut chips. It's delicious in homemade granola, but I wanted to branch out and see if I could incorporate it into something with meat. Here is a super satisfying Coconut Chicken Strips recipe that I know is good because hubby …
I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Heinz Apple Cider Vinegar. I received a product sample to facilitate my review and as a thank you for participating. I had never really heard of anyone using apple cider vinegar until recently. Well, I take that back. My dad drizzles it on …
Baby D has potty trained, so I sadly had to put away the cloth diapers until the New Baby comes....but here are my top 3 cloth diaper choices! 1. Poopsie Doodles AI2 2. BumGenius one size pockets 3. Mommy Loves Maddy pockets (this post was deleted so be patient while I work it up again...sorry!)
This may be too much information for some readers, but something has been bothering me for a long time. Why is it that medical professionals and informative websites that claim to help women conceive a child miss out on vital information? For instance, the OB/GYN on "The Doctors" said in a show a year or …
I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Pure Leaf teas. It's H-O-T here in Texas. Our family loves to spend time outdoors, too. Whether we are working in the garden, taking walks, playing in the pool, grilling, or the Captain is learning to ride his bike, we need to stay …
This sound sleep machine post was brought to you by sound + sleep. All opinions are mine. Summer is the time for traveling, vacations, visiting family.....and sleeping in new places with strange noises during the night. Our family has seen it's share of hotel rooms and sleeping quarters, even this summer. We took a family …
After having three babies, I was always curious if my different pregnancy cravings meant anything....as in...was it a girl this time? (it never was!) Thinking back to my pregnancy with our first son, I don't remember much except that I loved Whataburger hamburgers (yes, I know, unhealthy!) and stocked up on every kind of beverage …
During the hot Summer months, we love to grill outside as much as we can. But, if you're like me, I was having to work equally hard inside to cook the side items for hamburgers, steak, etc. That's when I started getting smart and preparing everything to cook on the grill! And with our garden …
This morning I read a post at Tales From The Nursery - Foods Of My Childhood. It's surprising how giddy I became. Maybe that means I enjoy food too much, or that I enjoyed it too much as a child....or possibly both. Either way, it was a nice walk down memory lane thinking about my …
I am participating in a book review campaign with One2One Network. I received this book from Harper Collins for the purposes of reviewing it. I have not received compensation. All opinions stated are my own. As a mother of two, there's something I'm addicted to that I don't get enough.....good sleep. If you've read my …
I think it is fair to say that most kids enjoy peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. I know my kids sure do. Our family goes through a jar of jelly in a short time because we like it with toast, biscuits, and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, too, of course. Our preference has always been …
Captain Fussybuckets takes after his mommy and has a big sweet tooth. Luckily, he LOVES fruit and most of the time his sweet tooth can be satisfied with a bowl of strawberries or grapes. Sometimes, however, it is nice to be able to let him enjoy something sweet and special. It's even better when he …
The other day I was really hungry and grabbed something I had never tried before. As I was scarfing down this food in my hungry state, I turned the package over to read the ingredients. It appeared okay...no high fructose corn syrup, whole grains, but....what about "hydrogenated oil." Hmmm....I hadn't seen that on a food …
I love to cook new recipes from scratch. I have many recipes pinned and saved to try on a rainy day. However, I always have the problem of justifying buying the ingredients for a dinner project. For instance, if my recipe calls for a tablespoon of fresh chopped cilantro, I then have to find other …
I recently found an incredible, organic coconut granola. One bite and I was in love. BUT I had gotten it with a deal and it wasn't so cheap. So, I went on a mission, looking at various recipes online so I could somewhat create that delicious cereal until I found another deal to purchase more. …
