It’s that time of year, where every day we’re getting a new graduation announcement in the mail. I love them! It’s so fun to watch all of these kids grow up and get ready for the next chapter in their lives. I’ve been needing something simple and easy that I can give, to congratulate them. And, if this graduation gift isn’t simple and easy, I don’t know what is…
Was Joseph Smith really a prophet? Is the Book of Mormon true? Well, here’s the deal… those questions and many others, regarding The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, can neither be 100% proven or 100% disproven. Like President Benson wisely said, “Every [person] eventually is backed up to the wall of faith, and…
I have two boys, completely obsessed with collecting all things Pokemon. What I don’t mind at all about this collection is that it doesn’t need to be a short-lived thing, just for young kids. My 11 year old is collecting, as well as my 20 year old. People of all ages are dedicated to Pokemon…
If you’ve been reading this awesome blog for a while, then you’ve read many references made to “Dan”, Mariel’s husband. Well, I’m his slightly older (and much less hairy) sister, Rebecca, here to share my best tips for starting a book club that’s fun and successful. I live across the country from my brother, sister-in-law,…
Alright, ladies. Here is my new favorite treat… Fried Apple Ice Cream Topping. I’m not lying when I say it takes 5 minutes to make. You can make it just for you, or the whole fam-damily. Even better, I bet you already have all the ingredients on hand. No bundling everyone up for a trip…
Have a baseball loving kid in your house?? This baseball Valentine printable is perfect for them to share with their friends on Valentine’s Day! Simply click on the image to open the printable and print however many you want. Be sure to check below for some fun, little treat and gift ideas to include with…
One of our favorite things to do Sunday evening is have ‘Family Movie Night’ and watch a clean family movie. It’s a fun little tradition, that comes complete with popcorn and those cheap, chewy, box-mix brownies. Yum! In the past, we’ve watched plenty of total duds. Movies that literally stunk, or movies we THOUGHT we…
For Holiday decor, look no further! On the blog today, 3 Christmas crafts that are SO EASY and cute.
It seems that every woman has something that tugs on their heart strings, and can instantly bring them to tears. For me, it’s sad children. I just want to hug and love them all! I can’t stand knowing that there are many, many children who go through their life being treated so unkindly, whether at…
There are no Almond Joy candy bars in these cookies. Instead, you get all of the awesome flavors – coconut, almond, and chocolate – in soft, buttery cookies. I don’t want to oversell these cookies, but if you make them, be prepared. Not only will you will become that mom, dad, aunt, grandma, friend, or…
I thought a fun summer activity would be to make some pioneer candy recipes – and it was! My kids and I made “pioneer taffy” and old fashioned rock candy. They took a little while to cook, but in the end it was worth it. These pioneer treats would be great to have for a…
I was recently searching for “recipes that kids love,” and was so disappointed in the results. Hot Dog Sliders with Mango Salsa?? Peanut Butter, Jelly & Pork Sandwiches?? Who are the children that eat such things? I’m so confused. As a mother of 7 children, ranging from 4 to 19 years old, I figured I…