Tired of the noisy, unimaginative toys you find at your local Target? Do you want to help encourage your child’s imagination without all the bells and whistles? Family-owned Kaskey Kids has created toys that will suit your needs perfectly! Their sports action figures offer a great alternative to the TV and video game culture. Well-designed […]
Taming the Snack Monster – Getting Your Kids to Eat Healthier Snacks
We have often heard that our child’s diet and activity (or lack thereof) contributes to the current US weight problem in children. In 2008, it was estimated that between 16 and 33 percent of American children were obese.1 But many of us haven’t considered how snacking can add to the health challenges our children face. […]
How to Make Homemade Dry Mixes
Have you ever found yourself needing a last-minute breakfast for your family or dessert for a party but lacking the time to make it from scratch? With homemade make-ahead mixes, your problem is solved. Not only are these dry mixes frugal, they are time-saving and much tastier than boxed mixes from the grocery store. They […]
Delicious Rhubarb Oatmeal Bars
Looking for a new recipe for your rhubarb? These delicious rhubarb oatmeal bars have the perfect combination of sweet and tart flavors. With a reduced amount of sugar from the original recipe and whole wheat flour, they’re a healthier choice for dessert. Recipe Ingredients for the Crust 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned or quick oats ½ […]
Review of Motorola Talkabout MC220R Two-Way Radios
Need a great Father’s Day gift idea? The Motorola Talkabout MC220R Two-Way Radios are perfect for the hiker, fisherman or any dad who likes to spend time outdoors. These radios are designed for active families who need high-quality outdoor communication. They can also be used at the mall, playground or simply around the neighborhood. The […]
Eating Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables Has Many Benefits
Before you pick up the limp head of lettuce in the produce aisle, consider this: “fresh” fruits and vegetables aren’t always fresh. Depending on the time of year, the head of lettuce you are consuming may have been grown south of the border, traveling hundreds or thousands of miles before making it to your grocer’s […]
Quick and Easy Rhubarb Freezer Jam Recipe
Rhubarb is plentiful and in season right now and there are many ways to use it. This quick and easy rhubarb freezer jam recipe is made without pectin, requires little time and effort and tastes great! It’s tasty and not too sweet, perfect for toast and pancakes. It’s a great beginner’s project (handed down from […]
Buying Organic Whole Foods and Grass-Fed Meats: A Worthwhile Investment
While talking with a friend recently, the conversation turned to meal planning. She shared with me something I found surprising: when she planned her menus, she spent more money than when she didn’t plan. She explained that by thinking ahead and preparing healthy sides for her family dinners, it increased her grocery bill. They were […]
A Review of Mabel’s Labels Custom Bin Labels
Recently, I went looking for a box of 2T girl’s clothing, needing to pull out some outfits for my daughter. Two days later, I came across the box in a storage space under my stairs. It was a non-descript cardboard box with no indication of what it contained. I realized I needed some sort of […]
Nutrition and Menu Planning
“More chicken nuggets anyone?” Do you find yourself saying this to your children (or yourself) fairly often? Don’t get me wrong, I’m a fan of chicken nuggets, provided they are from McDonalds and eaten with ketchup. But most of us don’t prefer feeding them to our family too often. That’s where menu planning comes in, […]
Five Myths About Menu Planning
“Welcome to McDonalds. Would you like to try our new Bacon Cheese Big Mac?” Do those words sound familiar to you? As in, you hear them more often than you hear the voices of the anchors on the evening news? If you’re tired of spending your hard earned cash at the drive-through window, menu planning […]
A Basic Guide to Menu Planning
Menu planning has been “all the rage” lately, a throwback to days of old when our mothers and grandmothers would have a hot made-from-scratch meal on the table every evening. These days many of us may scramble to throw on a last-minute offering for our families or simply give up and go through the drive-through […]
