Monthly Archives: January 2012

Congratulations Becky!

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Tiffany & Kristi

Congratulations to Becky! Becky has won a $100 Amazon Gift Card for her article: Surprising Favorite Gifts – Not All About the $$$ It was a really close race to the finish, in fact we stayed up until midnight just … Continue reading →

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Homemade Granola

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Stacy

Here is a delicious, healthy recipe for homemade granola. The beauty of making your own granola is that you can make it different every time by changing up the fruit and nuts. It is also cheaper and it yields more … Continue reading →

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Building Your Child’s Self-Esteem

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Rachel B

I read somewhere once, I think it was in a magazine, about how studies have demonstrated that showing a child pictures of himself raises his self-esteem. If that is true, my kids must have wonderful self-esteem. As a member of … Continue reading →

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How to Clean Your Washing Machine (DIY)

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Kellie

We all have a washing machine. Or access to one. After time, washing machines build up gunk that doesn’t allow your clothes to be cleaned as well as they should be. And then there can be that funky smell! Not … Continue reading →

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A Few Tips Before Clicking On An Email Link

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Tiff

Amazon has become one of my favorite ways to shop. I seem to get a fair price with great shipping and I didn’t even have to leave my house. This Christmas I did some last minute shopping at Amazon, and … Continue reading →

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Easy Shortbread

Posted on January 26, 2012 by CCs Mom

We were invited to a Barbeque at a friend’s house awhile back and when I asked what we should bring, I was told “just your sparkling personality.” I’ll be honest, when told to sparkle I tense up, clam up and … Continue reading →

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Questions to Ask a Potential Pediatrician

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Kellie

As parents, we want what’s best for our kids. I was lucky enough to have, in my opinion, the best pediatrician around! A few months ago, we moved to a new city, and I didn’t know what I was going … Continue reading →

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How to Give a Friend a Heart Attack – A Paper One!

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Becky

It is getting to be that time of year where we want to express our love to those who are near and dear to our hearts. There are so many ways that we can show that love. We can tell … Continue reading →

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Super Bowl Sunday Cheese Fondue

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Rachel B

Super Bowl XLVI is almost here! This means many of us will be sitting in front of our TV’s for the big event, if only to watch the commercials and halftime show. The Super Bowl is also a great excuse … Continue reading →

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How to make a Soft and Comfy Rag Quilt

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Becky

I love rag quilts! They are so easy to make and when the seams fray they are so soft. Once you feel one you will want one for your very own. They make wonderful gifts for almost any occasion. Right … Continue reading →

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Easy Grilled Cheese Sandwiches (without butter)

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Christine

A mom friend of mine recently confessed that she didn’t know how to make a grilled cheese sandwich for her kids without using too much butter and/or scorching it. This recipe works for me every time: Ingredients 2 slices of … Continue reading →

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My kids fight to clean the toilet. Honestly!

Posted on January 23, 2012 by CCs Mom

Saturday in my house…”Connor you need to empty all the trash cans this weekend.” “Ok Mom, but I still get to clean the toilets, right?” What?? This is NOT a typical Saturday in your house?? Hmmm. Yes, that really did … Continue reading →

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Becoming Your Child’s Advocate

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Kellie

As a mom with a child with a minor disability, I have had to learn how to fight for my daughter, to become her advocate if you will. I think that one of the toughest things about being a mom … Continue reading →

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My kids won’t eat veggies, but they will drink a green smoothie!

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Rachel

I have never experienced a picky eater until I had my son Ryan. He refuses to eat veggies, broccoli being the exception. I would like him to have more variety so I have tried steaming other veggies and covering them … Continue reading →

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Good-bye slobs! Teaching kids to clean up after themselves!!

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Rachel

Does having clothes on the floor after bath time, toys dropped randomly in every room, dirty dishes on the counter and wrappers left where they were open sound familiar? It was a constant at my house. Now I do not think my kids … Continue reading →

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Easy Spinach and Orzo Salad with Peppers

Posted on January 18, 2012 by CCs Mom

I overindulged over the holidays. It seems however, that my holidays don’t just include Christmas and New Year’s, but also any random day of the week during any random month. My daughter and I went for girl’s night out last … Continue reading →

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New Years Resolutions – are we keeping them or setting ourselves up for disappointment?

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Becky

According to the dictionary, a resolution is the act of resolving or determining upon an action or a course of action. This is the time of year that we reflect on ways that we can improve ourselves or our quality … Continue reading →

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Baby Wipes – Did you know they could do that?

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Rachel B

If you are a parent of a child who isn’t potty trained, then you have an abundance of baby wipes on hand. We buy the Costco brand, which is sold in a box of 9, giving you 900 baby wipes … Continue reading →

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Getting your home in order (and KEEPING it that way!)

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Sarah

Organization was never one of my strong suits. And if I’m being honest, I could say that cleanliness in general was never something that came naturally to me. Just ask my best friend from high school who was forced to climb over stacks … Continue reading →

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Good for You Chocolate Chip Cookies! (with beans, shhh)

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Becky

I know what you are thinking. You are thinking that there is no way that good for you and chocolate chip cookie belong in the same sentence! Well let me tell you these cookies not only have some healthy ingredients … Continue reading →

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Feeding my picky eating toddler

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Ann

There was a time when my son was eating peas and avocado and asked for more. That time has long gone. Somehow around 2 he turned against the color green and would not touch any vegetable…or meat, or eggs, or … Continue reading →

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Bell Peppers with Capers – Recipe of the Week

Posted on January 11, 2012 by CCs Mom

Each New Year’s Eve we pick a theme for our family dinner. One year it was ‘food on a stick (skewer)’ – we had caprese salad on a stick, fruit kabobs and parmesan chicken fingers on a stick. This year’s … Continue reading →

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Choosing the right preschool doesn’t have to be a painful process

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Rachel B

January is prime preschool hunting season. This time of year, when most schedules seem to settle down, parents of 2-5 year olds find themselves in a whole new flurry of running around. Winter is the time when most preschools hold … Continue reading →

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What Does a Sensory Diet have to do with ADHD and Autism?

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Teresa

Many children today are being diagnosed with ADD, ADHD, Asperger, and Autism. We sometimes focus on the behavior, but never really understand what causes the behavior. Some children have Sensory Integration Disorder and depending on the severity it can hinder … Continue reading →

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Portable Placemats

Posted on January 6, 2012 by CCs Mom

I fell in love with two products when my son was a baby – the Tiny Diner Placemat and disposable placemats. Who doesn’t like to go out for dinner? And how great is the day you can leave the infant … Continue reading →

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How To Make Salt Dough

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Becky

I needed to make some salt dough for a children’s class at church. The recipe that was included in the lesson book was different than the one that I have been using for years. I usually make salt dough rather … Continue reading →

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Easy Granola

Posted on January 4, 2012 by CCs Mom

Happy You Near! When my daughter was little – (she’s five now and “next year I’m gonna be a grown-up Mommy”) – she called it You Near and You Nork. Sometimes it’s too stinkin’ cute to correct. I overindulged during … Continue reading →

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Pinterest- is it worth it or just a time suck?

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Rachel B

The latest buzz in the social networking world is Pinterest. I’d seen the posts and forums spouting endless chatter about this new site where you can “pin” things. With the already time sucking lures of Facebook and Twitter, did I … Continue reading →

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Asian Beef or Chicken Salad are both Delicious and Healthy

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Ann

I am not much of a cook, but this is a really simple way to make a great salad that covers all the food groups. It’s a very loose recipe because you can use whatever you have in the fridge … Continue reading →

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