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Easter Gift Ideas for Families to Enjoy Together

Easter Gift Ideas for Families to Enjoy Together If you have been to any retail store in the past month, you have surely seen the plethora of Easter themed gifts for kids.  Chocolates, candy, stuffed bunny rabbits, shirts, Easter baskets, and more.  All of this is fun, for sure, but I like to include the …

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My Quick and Easy Snack Solution for Busy Moms - With The Perfect Level of Sweetness!

  One thing about all mothers is true:  we are busy!  I have found that it does not matter what a mom does, if we have a child, our workload increases dramatically.  Some days are especially busy for me.  We are homeschooling the Captain this year for kindergarten, which some days takes more time than …

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Easy Dot Art Shamrock Craft For Kids - St. Patrick's Day

Easy Dot Art Shamrock Craft for Kids Crafts are something that we all can agree on in this house.  The boys are excellent about coming up with their own crafts, but sometimes they need a little guidance to get started.  They love these Do A Dot Art! markers that Grammy gave to them and so …

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Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Fruit and Nut Bars

We are all cookie lovers in this house.  Sometimes, I'll admit, I just make cookies to eat the yummy dough (shhh!) but this recipe is great because you can use store bought chocolate oatmeal cookie dough to make delicious, hearty, nutritious oatmeal cookie bars.  The add-ins deliver flavor and something sweet and special in your …

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The New, Upgraded Pack ‘n Play ® Is Perfect From Newborn - Toddler

This Pack ‘n Play® post has been brought to you by Graco®.  All opinions are mine. The one product that I have used from the Captain's second day of birth is the Graco® Pack ‘n Play®.  We set it up in our room before he was born and it was awesome for middle of the night changes, …

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Encourage Independence With A Packing Checklist for Kids {free printable}

Our boys are six and four and LOVE the idea of going to stay the night at their grandparents' houses.  They love their grandparents, but they still get a bit anxious when being away from home without us.  They do have each other, thank goodness, because I do not think they would actually stay at Grandma's house …

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Asian Lettuce Wraps (And Keeping the Leftovers Fresher, Longer!)

  I have been cooking new things lately that are both healthier and different, to add variety to our meals and keep things exciting.  Since we homeschool and Daddy comes home for lunch, I am cooking a lot.  It's great but very challenging, at times, to fix different things for the family that we will all enjoy. …

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Tips For Computer Cleanup {System Mechanic}

This computer cleanup post was brought to you by iolo Technologies.  All opinions are mine. You probably weren't aware, but Clean Out Your Computer Day is February 9th.  Mark it on your calendar and set aside some time for computer cleanup!  Clean out junk on your computer and enhance the performance and speed of your …

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Simple Textured Paint Football Craft for Kids

We are gearing up for the youth group Super Bowl party at our house on Sunday.  The boys want to decorate and have made a few posters for the big event already, but we needed some more football decor.  The Captain created this adorable textured paint football craft for kids and it turned out great! …

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Happy Valentine's Day, Curious George! Banana Valentine Craft for Kids

Happy Valentine's Day, Curious George! Banana Valentine Craft for Kids One of the boys' favorite book characters is Curious George.  How can you resist this lovable, mischievous little monkey?  One book we like to read this time of year is Happy Valentine's Day, Curious George! I love crafts that the boys can create on their …

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Super Bowl XLIX Wordsearch {Free Printable}

The Captain is so excited for the Super Bowl this year!  He really got into football (much to my dismay!) since the last Super Bowl and has really learned about the game.  He decided to go against his Texas roots and he picked the Seattle Seahawks as "his" team.  Possibly because he's a bandwagon fan, …

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Crafts and Activities Inspired by Our Favorite Children's Books

The boys love listening to a good book.  I love seeing their excitement for a character like Corduroy or Clifford come alive.  To extend their excitement and understanding, I search for a fun craft or activity based on the book we have read.  This makes it fun for the whole family and provides a genuine …

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Hold On, Imma Take A Selfie (While My Wife Is In Labor)

After reading these hilariously funny posts about selfies and how they have gone too far on Buzzfeed this morning, I decided...it is time.  When I was looking through pictures of my labor with Captain Fussybuckets 6 years ago, I found this little gem.  I had gone in on Halloween with contractions, being a first time mom, I …

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Three Ways To Keep Your Children Learning Over The Holidays (With Little Effort On Your Part!)

We are going through a major slump in the homeschool area these days.  November and December are jam packed with the three boys' birthdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, travel, and more.  It is hard for me to stay focused on what I am supposed to be doing, but it is even harder for the Captain.  Understandably, he …

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Still Looking For The Perfect Family Gift? A Canon Camera Is It!

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.  #CanonatBestBuy #HintingSeason Christmas is only a 15 days away!  I can hardly believe that it's already almost here.  If you're still looking for the perfect gift for your spouse or family, …

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Save Money by Making Mini Layered Chocolates for Christmas Gifts!

This mini layered chocolates shop has been compensated. All opinions are mine alone.  Every Christmas, I like to give homemade gifts to neighbors, teachers, and friends.  I do not like to give the traditional gifts like fruit cake and dipped pretzels, although they are delicious.  I just don't want to risk giving something that they …

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How to Keep Your Marriage Strong (Even After Having Children)

  Marriage is hard, guys.  It really is.  No one ever told me it would be...not that I would have listened.  It takes constant work and attention to make a marriage work.  People drift apart and marriages fail.  Add children to the mix and time and attention has to be split.  It can get messy …

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Creating Christmas Traditions: Family Game Night with Northpole

>If you are looking for the cranberry soda recipe, click here<   brought to you by Hallmark - contains affiliate links - all opinions are mine I love the Christmas season as much as the next person, but I also find myself really struggling for creativity during this time of the year.  I want to …

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Engage Your Children With Noah - a Wordless Picture Book

contains affiliate links If there is one thing that never gets old, it's reading books.  We love to sit down with a good book and read it together.  The Captain is a good reader and he loves to read, too.  I never knew how refreshing it would be to open and explore a wordless picture book, …

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The Perfect Stocking Stuffer: Don't Forget the Duracell Batteries

This stocking stuffer post was brought to you by Duracell batteries and She Speaks.  All opinions are mine. Stockings were always an important part of Christmas morning for me when I was growing up.  I loved to get fruit, candy, a new toothbrush, jewelry, and more in my bright red Christmas stocking.  Now that I …

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What Is A Healthy Snack for Babies and Toddlers On The Go?

This non-GMO snack post was brought to you by Mum-Mum.  All opinions are mine. As much as we try to always have healthy, fresh foods available for Baby Brother to eat, the need for healthy packaged snacks is always present.  When we go to the store, church, or to his brothers' soccer games, I know …

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27+ Satisfying, Creative Skillet Recipes - Start to Finish in One Skillet!

27+ Satisfying, Creative Skillet Recipes - Start to Finish in One Skillet! I recently wrote about my new found love for iron skillets.  They're easy to use, clean, and are healthy to cook in, too.  My iron skillets stay on the stove because I use them all of the time.  Keep them seasoned and they'll …

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Make Holiday Entertaining a Breeze with Appliances from Best Buy

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. The weather is turning cooler which means one thing for our family...the holiday season is on the way!  It seems like October begins everything...starting with Halloween, Fall Festivals, the Captain's birthday, …

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Stability in Uncertain Times: Why Life Insurance Is Necessary

This life insurance post was brought to you by Savings Bank Life Insurance.  All opinions are mine. Parents never stop worrying about making the best future possible for their children.  We try to give them the best education and opportunities so they can succeed in life.  What is commonly overlooked, however, is making sure they …

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Give Your Teenager Straight Teeth with a Dose of Self Confidence with Invisalign Teen

This post was brought to you by Invisalign.  All opinions are mine. For some reason, I was blessed with straight teeth.  (The Captain likes to point out my one slightly crooked tooth, but thankfully that's the extent of it.)  Hubby, on the other hand, had braces for a year and a half as a teenager, …

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Parenting is: "Admitting You Don't Have It All Together..."

Parenting.  It's a never ending learning experience.  All kids are different.  You know all of the sayings.  So, Baby Brother takes a lot of naps in my arms, in the carseat, or in the Boba, which allows for a lot of time with the good ol' smart phone.  As Baby Brother was napping in my …

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Nectarine Sopapilla Cheesecake Recipe

Nectarines and peaches are this family's favorite Summer fruits. We are lucky to get the most delicious peaches and nectarines at the local supermarket. I always buy many at a time because I know they will be eaten. The boys love eating them plain.  Even Baby Brother can quickly devour a nectarine!  I wanted to …

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Celebrate Milestones in a BIG Way with Hallmark Cards for Kids

This shop has been compensated Back to school is an exciting time of year for everyone. New clothes, shoes, school supplies, classrooms, teachers....it's just all so fun!  I always loved the excitement of back to school when I was a kid and as a kindergarten teacher.  It was a very special time. We have decided to homeschool …

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