This word search is one of those small activities I like to do with my kids to get them excited for an upcoming holiday. My son has asked me at least once a week if it’s time for him to wear his green yet. He is very worried about all the pinching. This St. Patrick’s Day word search will be a fun activity to do with the kids to not only help them get excited about St. Patrick’s Day, but learn a little something about it as well.
And, we’re back for the third installment of our super fun Grocery Store Games series! These games are designed to make grocery shopping with kids a little easier… is it possible?? I think so! My kids are all having lots of fun with these games and I’m seeing lots of pins and shares out there, so that’s awesome. Believe me, with 6 kids, I know what it’s like to have a crazy grocery shopping experience. If these can help me, I know they can help you!
Today’s grocery store game is all about ADJECTIVES…
Today I’m sharing these sweet surprise treat carrots! They are super easy to make (as always, because I love super easy!), a fun way to hide Easter treats and a great project your kids can help you make.
I have always tried to prepare for Sunday by ironing clothing or packing the Sunday bag the day before. I avoid shopping, entertainment, and stores on the Sabbath: very typical Mormon behavior. But beyond the expected behavior, I could see that special, extra preparations for the Sabbath could fill my Sunday with more meaning. My personal study made me want to do better at going the extra mile.
If you’re looking for a hearty and healthy meal that will surely make you smile, this white chicken chili has got you covered. Don’t let its name fool you, though; it may be bordering on the monochromatic, but it has tons of flavor! Tender chicken, creamy white beans, and sweet corn make up the bulk of the chili, with some green chiles and a jalapeño thrown in for a touch of heat, as well as a splash of lime juice.
This quick and tasty chicken salad we had this week gives me hope that Spring will come. It is light and fresh and packs a serious flavor punch! I can’t get enough of this Greek flavor combo!
Yay!! I’m excited to share another game in the Grocery Store Games series, here on ‘Or so she says…’. Last week, I made a fun Color Scavenger Hunt for the kiddos. This week, it’s all about the alphabet. This grocery store game is great for kids, both old and young. My kids think any game is extra fun if there is a prize at the end (maybe a treat in the check-out line?!) But, I’m pretty sure they would be anxious to play, prize or no prize.
Many parents don’t enjoy their older kids as much as they could. Why? Because older kids can be SO HARD! But I also think it’s because they just can’t figure out how to connect with them. When you find those things that you can do, I promise you will thoroughly enjoy those older kids of yours! Well…maybe not all the time. 🙂
I thought I’d share some simple tips with you. Please be mindful that some may apply to your kids, and others might not. Each child is different, and each parent is different. But, don’t give up. They want to be connected with you. They want to feel loved by you and WANT you to understand them.
With all of the uplifting and inspirational posts on the blog, I thought today it would be fun to put together a list of 10 favorites. Â It was really hard to choose, but I finally got it narrowed down. Â I hope they uplift and inspire you!! Â Have a wonderful Sunday and see you back here for more great family ideas TOMORROW!
Some of you may know that I’ve been at Get Away Today for quite a while now, and before that, I worked at Delta Airlines. Today I’m excited to share some of my secrets that I’ve learned over the years on how to get the best deal on airfare.
Treat your loved one (or yourself) to this Red Velvet Mug Cake. This mug cake is moist, egg-free and utterly delicious with that distinctive red velvet flavour, and even topped off with a complimenting cream cheese frosting – Perfect, easy and ready in no time!
I love grocery stores that are stressed-out-mom friendly. One of our local stores has free snacks and balloons for kids. The employees are so sweet to offer them to moms. I love the service where you pay for your groceries, then pull your car up to their door, and they load them all into the back of the car for you. I applaud stores like that! But, it’s always good to have a plan of your own… fruit snacks in your purse, an iPhone with family pictures on it, little trinkets that they can play with, whatever. That’s why I thought it would be fun to start offering Grocery Store Games on the blog!