Get Out of Bed Before Your Kids Wake Up!

I always find that the days I get up at least an hour before my kids start calling "mommy," the whole day goes better. I have time to exercise and... read more

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LeapFrog Letter Factory

I have to admit I am not the best teacher for my children (thank heaven for school)! I also have to admit I am in my car way too much.... read more

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Dry Laundry Detergent for Front Loader!

My sister and I both have the same front loading washers that we bought at Costco. We both were complaining for the longest time about our darks always smelling musty... read more

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Wow! I'm a Cheapskate!

After reading your request and all the comments on how much to pay a babysitter, I feel like a real cheapskate. But I do really agree with the mom who... read more

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Pumpkin Pancakes

We love making pumpkin pancakes!

We add pumpkin mix (1 can) and a sprinkling of the following:
-- cinnamon
-- ginger
-- allspice
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How to Properly Cut Asparagus Ends

I always thought you should cut off the ends of raw asparagus stalks before you cook them, but I recently learned there is a better way. Instead of cutting the... read more

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Time for You

In my experiences as a mom I have realized that I am able to take better care of my baby when I still make sure I take care of myself... read more

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Embrace the Time You Have

For a child, a pre-teen, who may get bored just at the time you want some "me" time, here are a few ideas and thoughts from a Grandma.

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Preventing Pasta Water Boil Over

Are you sick of having your water boil over when you are cooking pasta? Spray around the inside edge of your pan with cooking oil (Pam) and you won't have... read more

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Boost Your Energy

There are some times when you really should try to take that nap, but sometimes all you need is a quick boost to get through a little more of the... read more

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