Oh, spring is here and summertime is on it's way...Yippee...I just love this time of year, cool breezes and sunny days! Since we have really been getting a dose of some beautiful weather we have been enjoying lots of picnics (ALREADY!!), they are just so much fun! Mr. Noah and Miss Penny love to sit on the grass with a blanket and their special little lunch or dinner, … [Read more...]
Lisa Leonard Necklace Winner!!!
Wow! Thank you to all of you for commenting on the Lisa Leonard Giveaway! Totally Awesome!! Ok, so without further ado...the winner via the Random Number Generator is, drum roll please! #95...Christine! Yay you!!! The 'You Are Loved' necklace will be heading your way soon!! … [Read more...]
Dinner Tonight: Wisconsin Beer Cheese Soup
OK, so have I ever told you I'm from Wisconsin? Well, not totally but I did live there during my high school and college years so I feel like I can say I'm from there :) Anyways...if you aren't familiar with all things Wisconsin let me enlighten you, hehehe :) Wisconsin is known for many things but at the top of the list is cheese (or cows I suppose) and beer, … [Read more...]
Trains and Cupcakes.
We took the kids by train to a diner that serves you by train. We (and the kiddies) love to visit here when the weather is nice. We ordered two of these after our meal: Yup, that's a train whistle on top. Now, I'm quiet certain that our kids will be the loudest in the neighborhood. Sorry neighbors! SUGAR!!! More SUGAR!!! Ok, I'm going to be in trouble later today … [Read more...]
ChalkCloth/Oil Cloth Placemat Tutorial
Ok, so I am on a roll with the chalkcloth projects right now...hope you don't mind!?! This is another super easy one and very practical too! It's a chalkcloth/oil cloth placemat...another genius idea, right? It's perfect to entertain the kiddies while you prep dinner or are out at a restaurant and are waiting and man, sometimes you are WAITING for your food for a VERY … [Read more...]
A Watch and Teapot
So, yesterday I had the entire day off...wahoo!! It was so nice to have a full day and nothing to do :) What did I do with my day, you're just dying to know, right? Well, I took the kidlets on what I like to call a Target Hop. It's basically where I find another Target out there in the great blue yonder and make a special trip just for fun-sies. Ahhh, a brand new … [Read more...]
ChalkCloth Table Cover Tutorial
Since we have been having such lovely weather here lately and my kidlets have been running amuck outside a lot, I thought it would be a good idea to bring up our Little Tikes picnic table from the basement...it's little home in the winter time. Any of you have one of these? They are super great, aren't they!?! We keep ours out on our screened-in porch in spring … [Read more...]
Recipe: Raspberry Oatmeal Bars
Alrighty, so here's a super duper easy recipe for some Raspberry Oatmeal Bars that are to die for...no lie! What's not to love about them, I ask? Raspberry jam equals sweet deliciousness. Oatmeal equals healthy and good for your body. And then it's all put together in a nice, compact little bar which to me equals the perfect snack or dessert! You must try them. Really. … [Read more...]
People Let Me Tell You ‘Bout My Best Friend…
Do you all know this song? Or does my post title make absolutely no sense to any of ya? It's called 'Best Friend' and as Google tells me it's by Harry Nilsson. I just love the sing-song melody and the way it can get stuck in my head all day long. I know it from the small (and I mean small) amount of time I watched that MTV show 'Rob and Big' when it was on way back … [Read more...]
My April One Small Change Challenge
Ok, we're rolling in to the final month for the One Small Change Challenge that Hip Mountain Mama is hosting. If you're new to the blog just click here to find out more! Last month I posted about knitting myself up some Swiffer Sweeper Covers. And let me tell you, they were super duper easy to make!! An hour, maybe two tops if you are watching bad tv, is all it takes … [Read more...]
Homemade Edible Play Dough…Peanut-Free!!
Ok, so I know you all have probably heard of edible play dough using peanut butter, right? Probably from watching Jon and Kate Plus 8, am I right again? If you've ever tried it you know it is some good eats. It's the kind of good where I could make a batch of and just eat it as a snack. All.Day.Long. Yeah, that good! Well, the problem I have these days is that Little … [Read more...]
And the Echos Art Jewelry Winner is…
Number 18...so who is Lucky Number 18? AMZi (yay you!), who chose the Labradorite Wire Wrapped Pendant! Good Choice :) Alright, so Lisa from Echos Art will be contacting you regarding your shipping information! Have a good night everyone! … [Read more...]
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