"Learning Time" vs. School

by | May 4, 2009 | Kid Tip, Kids, Parenting

How is it that my kids love “learning time”, but don’t like the mention of school? When they were little (a least littler than they are now!), I began “Learning Time” as a way to teach them at home without making it seem like a formal...

Monday's Menu Plan

by | May 4, 2009 | Meal Plans, Recipes, Uncategorized

I hope you guys have been grabbing some of the great deals out there right now. For a little help with what to do with all that food that’s sure to be filling your fridge and pantry, take a look at my menu plan for this upcoming week (you’ll notice the day...

Two Helpful Tools for Saving Time & Money

by | Apr 25, 2009 | Deals, Uncategorized

I got to hang out with a great friend and her sister tonight, and they shared some thoughts on this site. One suggestion they had was that they’d love to know upfront how much time is involved in redeeming/collecting the deals I list here. Jess mentioned that...

Congrats Drew & Tenth Avenue North!

by | Apr 24, 2009 | Uncategorized

Congrats to Mike D, Jason and the rest of the boys from Tenth Avenue North for winning the Dove Award for Best New Artist of the Year! Way to go guys – you deserve it! I also need to give a shout out to former 10th Ave band member and good friend, Drew...

Is nausea normal in your house?

by | Apr 24, 2009 | Parenting

My son inherited my husband’s gag reflex. If I throw up, I’m down for the count. However, my husband throws up more than anyone I know, but then moves on like nothing happened. He’ll see, smell, or think of something gross, and off he goes to the...