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 …

shop has been compensated I have always wanted a grilled pizza, but have never been brave enough to try it.  After a very busy week, I just wanted to relax, but of course the boys wanted to play in the water and do “something special.”  I quickly sold them on the idea of having a …

DIY Splash Pad for Summer Fun, Year After Year! When the weather begins to become even slightly warm each year, the boys start talking about summer and asking to play in the water.  Thank goodness we live in Texas, because the Captain and D LOVE playing in the water in the backyard!  A couple of years …

  D is our three year old and he has always loved to eat.  He is our child who loves peas, carrots, and broccoli, but turns his nose up at meat and beans.  He usually likes chicken, but other than that, it is hard to get him to eat protein.  He will eat fruit and vegetables all …

I have never been one to work exercise into my daily routine.  There was always something more important (and fun!) 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 …

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, …

Gifts For Teachers – contains affiliate links I always struggle with what to buy my sons’ teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week, Christmas, and the end of school.  When I was teaching, I appreciated everything and was always surprised when I would get a few gifts, even for Valentine’s Day or Easter.  Parents are so sweet …

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 learned the fine art of watercolor resist back in elementary school, third grade, if I remember correctly.  After the first time, you will realize how beautiful it can look after it’s finished…and if you’re like me, realize that you don’t need to be so lazy the next time.  This craft does take time …