Mini Meatloaf

Mini Meatloaf

Ma! The Meatloaf! Raise your hand if you grew up on meatloaf.  I think it’s safe to say that just about everyone who lived in a house with a caregiver of any kind, most likely grew up eating this American staple. I recently learned that meatloaf became...
DIY Lip Balm

DIY Lip Balm

Oh how I LOVE a good do-it-yourself project. Now, please don’t get me wrong…I am by NO means the “Pinterest Mom” whose house is full of cute and well-executed DIY projects. I may be quite the opposite, actually. On evenings when the kids are in...
Choose JOY

Choose JOY

Choose Joy. That’s what I have to remind myself each and every day. On those days when your kids start screaming before your feet have even hit the floor. Or when you drag yourself out of bed after a night of no sleep due to one of a bagillion reasons; sick...
Chewy Granola Bars

Chewy Granola Bars

Grandparents are the best at spoiling our kids…and what better way than with delicious treats? Thankfully, my parents respect our views on food, so they try their best to keep healthy snacks on hand for when we come to visit (thanks for that, by the way, mom and...