I love Spring so much! I just love seeing the new, green leaves and plants, beautiful flowers, and baby animals! And the colors of Spring are just so happy! I am excited to share with you a fun collection of amazing Spring crafts, recipes, DIYs, and more from many of our outstanding members in the blogging community. I …
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor and the natural home remedies in this post are not to be used in place of medical advice. It may surprise you to learn that just fifty to one hundred years ago in this country, our grandparents and great-grandparents would have been able to name and identify a …
Three Layer Very Berry Dream Cream contains affiliate links We have had some success in growing strawberries in the past, but blackberries are our big backyard berry producer. (Figures, since I've heard that blackberries grow wild and are even a nuisance to some people.) We have found that if we pick them right when they turn …
How To Throw The Ultimate Soccer Party contains affiliate links Soccer season is winding down for us, but we still have a few games left. Soccer is such a popular sport because it is fun and even the youngest kid can do it. Our three year old feels like a rock star on the field. …
I received product and/or compensation for this post. Includes affiliate links. All opinions are mine. I don't know why or how, but I completely missed the Tangled movie until a year or so ago. The traditional story of Rapunzel comes alive in this well done movie. The boys and I really like it! Tangled Before Ever After was …
There is so much to learn when you are new to backyard chickens. Often, if you have been a city-dweller for most of your years, you will find yourself amazed at simple facts that most country folks take for granted. If you are a backyard homesteader in suburbia you may find as many opinions on roosters …
This Beard Boss post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Weave Made Media® & Remington, but all opinions are my own. How To Help Hubby Save Time In The Morning And Be A Beard Boss Waking up and getting ready for work is hard for most adults. Late nights, kids waking …
Of all the food that my family loves, there are two things I can count on everyone to be excited about: nachos and tuna fish. No kidding! My kids gobble up tuna salad with crackers like nobody's business. And nachos are a treat that everyone loves, too! I wanted to add protein to the …
I am a big fan of upcycling old items to add something "new" to our house. I recently was able to gather a few vintage items from my grandmother's old house. It is a special way to remember her and also to put to use the things that would be thrown away or sold. I …
15 Minute Instant Pot Mexican Rice - I feel that I jumped on the Instant Pot bandwagon a little late, but the craze is still intensifying, so even if you JUST bought an Instant Pot, you are certainly not too late. I finally bought one when they were on deep discount right before Christmas a …
If you are like many gardeners, you take painstaking efforts to ensure that you are using organic gardening methods and making adjustments to be sure that your garden is sustainable. As you are likely concerned about not only your health but your family’s health as well, you may be wondering about the best natural …
Our boys are so in love with basketball right now. They both played in a league this past season and Hubby coached them both. Many trips to the store were made to stock up on snacks, drinks, and supplies! It really is amazing how much is put into these basketball games for kids. Basketball is a …
contains affiliate links The weather is warming up and it makes me SO happy! Even though we live in Texas, the warmer temperatures are a welcome relief, if the winter happened to be a mild one. I love everything about Spring. The color brought back to the outdoors, a warm, shining sun, baby animals, and …
I hope you enjoy this Mickey Mouse pillowcase post! Contains affiliate links. Easy To Sew Mickey Mouse Pillowcase For Toddlers Last year, Little Brother showed interest for a pillow of his own. We gave him a toddler sized pillow for his own, and I personalized it with a cute Mickey Mouse fabric pillowcase. I …
This post was brought to you by Dannon yogurt. All opinions are mine. A few weeks ago, I learned how to make yogurt. There was a lot to know and learn about the process, but it was fun. Do I want to do it every week? No. The question of where to start and where to …
Decluttering is a great way to instantly make your home appear cleaner and more organized. And it's a wonderful way to simplify your life, or make space for new things you truly need/want! But decluttering, despite all its positive results, can be pretty difficult to do. You don't have to be a hoarder to be …
I am always looking for fun ways to jazz up old favorites. I grew up loving rice krispie treats, but of course, love peanut butter, too! This recipe for Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treat Bunnies is great for adding in that extra protein to a fun Spring themed snack for little ones. The best …
Tuesday is a great day because first of all, it's not Monday and second, it's Taco Tuesday! I have declared tacos my absolute favorite meal, so of course I could eat tacos every single day, but if you must keep your tacos to Tuesday, so be it. If you are a vegetarian, you might have …
You have become a proud chicken parent and love the antics and rewards of this poultry endeavor. You tend to your ladies providing them food and fresh water and in turn, they provide you with protein rich sustenance in the form of the healthiest eggs around. The more you watch them, the more you laugh, and it would …
[social_warfare] Even though I am an adult...there is some serious excitement to a new kids' show. And a new Disney princess? SO fun! The boys were excited at a new Disney Junior show, too. And of course, Elena of Avalor did not disappoint!
My kids are all about grape juice and here is why I don't mind. For one, it tastes delicious. Two, it helps their little digestive tracts move right along, which let's face it, is great news for parents because the alternative is a tummy ache and just a feeling of being unwell. Did you know, …
This was an unsponsored trip to Fossil Rim in Glenrose, TX. However, we were able to drive a Toyota Sienna for our trip, courtesy of DriveShop. All opinions are mine. We all love animals and being outside, so when it was time to celebrate the littlest brother's 3rd birthday, we knew it would be a …
I talk often about our busy nights. Meal prep can be so daunting when you have a to do list that is a mile long. I love coming up with easy, fun, original recipes that take less than 30 minutes to prepare and this is one of them! I put a spin on the traditional …
Mornings are the hardest, aren't they? Well, I can always manage to get myself up, make coffee, and make what *I* want for breakfast, but preparing a breakfast that is fast, easy, and that everyone will eat? Forget it! I now see why cereal is so popular. Kids and adults can pick the cereal they …
Valentine's Day is one of those holidays where you feel like you should get everyone something, but what? Christmas wasn't too long ago, but you still want to show your teachers, friends, and neighbors that you are thinking of them on this day. I like the simplicity of these owl Valentine's Day candy bar wrappers …
Surprising Secrets For Parenting High-Energy Kids Who Do Not Sleep was brought to you by AstaReal. This post is not intended to serve as medical advice. All opinions are my own experiences. I think everyone can agree that parenting is tough. And I also think everyone can agree that parenting is made exponentially harder when …
With less than a month until Valentine's Day, you can bet room moms everywhere are preparing for the big Valentine's Day party at school! These Nutella Cookie Cups are perfect party treat! You can make them in different flavors and variations, and if your school is a nut free zone, then of course you will …
I love decorating my home with seasonal printables. They are easy to display in a frame, simple to replace and store, as well. Plus, anything that helps the boys read something new and learn new Bible verses works for me! These two love verse printables that I am sharing with you today are love themed, …
Most of the photos are courtesy of ShiftCon, used with permission. Last Spring, I received an email about becoming a volunteer for ShiftCon, an eco-wellness influencer conference, which was to be held in New Orleans. I had always wanted to go to this conference, and with our kids not being babies anymore, I got my …
Have you ever wondered how to make authentic cheese enchiladas? Well, look no further because this is the only recipe that you need! There is a restaurant near where I grew up that serves real, authentic Mexican food. Their cheese enchiladas are THE best, and people will drive long distances to enjoy them. When I …
The kids are back in school and let me tell you, snack time is hard! I am always looking for fun, yummy, healthy snacks for the boys that they actually want to eat. I asked the boys what snack they would create if they could and the 6 year-old came up with peanut butter and jelly …
Valentine's Day is always a fun day, but it is definitely interesting in a house with three boys! My boys think this day is for...of course...only candy and other sweet treats, but they also love making and decorating Valentine's Day cards for their friends and teachers. And in the last year or so, Daddy has …
Wow! It feels good to just sit down and breathe after that whirlwind that was the holiday season. Thank goodness the weather here was perfect for being outdoors...we all really benefited from it! I was sad to see the boys go back to school, really, but it is nice to also be able to …
We enjoyed a complimentary day at the Dallas Zoo. All thoughts and opinions are mine. Unless noted with a GingerCasa.com watermark, pictures are used with permission from the Dallas Zoo. Please do not copy or reprint pictures. With three boys who love animals and also love to run and play, the Dallas Zoo is the …
This shop has been compensated. Parenting has a lot of ups and downs. We celebrate with our kids when they score a goal, bring home a good report card, or make a new friend. But it’s tough when the kids have a bad day and we’re not sure what to do to make everything all …
As a child, I loved playing with dolls and little versions of just about anything made my heart happy. I would spend hours playing and rearranging my dolls and tiny figurines. So you can only imagine that when I learned about Shopkins, the little girl inside of my squealed with delight!
This shop has been compensated. All opinions are mine alone. The holiday season always has me thinking about the year and how much we have to be thankful for. We live in a great neighborhood, where the only nuisances are the stray animals who love to hang out in our yard. We really do have …
Bacon Feta Sweet Potato Ribbons recipe was brought to you in partnership with Mann's. All opinions are mine. I have a deep love for orange vegetables. Sweet potatoes are part of our diet year-round. Sure, they may be known as a side dish topped with marshmallows at Thanksgiving and Christmas, but if that is the …
I love the holiday season! Everything about the holidays are so special and memorable. I have fond memories of the delicious meals my mom would always prepare for Christmas, but I really had no idea how much work goes into each meal until I became an adult. And now I know....it is SO much work, …
This easy gifts blog post was sponsored by Starbucks® but the opinions are completely my own based on my experience. #ad #StarbucksPerfectPairing As my list of people to buy for grows longer and longer by the day, I realize just how thankful I am for the sweet people in our lives who work hard to take …