We have lots of rocks in our backyard and I having been trying to come up with fun ways for the kids to use them such as our Garden Sensory Bin. Recently, we collected some rocks, painted them and incorporated them in our sand play. This panning for gold activity is a fun way to […]
How to Keep Your Older Cat Active
If you go by cat years, our kitty, Charlotte is the oldest member of our household. At 13 years old, she may not have the same spring in her step that she once did, but she still has the same playful spirit. In most cases, a cat is considered senior when they are between 7-10 years […]
Dripping Salt Painting
If you are looking for a simple art activity to do with the kids, this Dripping Salt Painting is perfect. We had some unexpected results with this dripping salt painting which I think turned out pretty cool. Judge for yourself. When you are done be sure to check out our Drip Watercolor Painting and this Bubbling […]
Fruity Pebbles Fudge
I love making homemade fudge. It is one of our favorite easy desserts. Inspired by breakfast, I made some fudge using one of our favorite cereals. And so, Fruity Pebbles Fudge was born. Why this easy fudge recipe is awesome Ingredients How to make Fruity Pebbles Fudge I love the flavor of white chocolate. As […]
Lemon Bars
I love making homemade bars recipes! This time, I decided to put a healthy spin on summer dessert by swapping the sugar in these delicious Lemon Bars. The result is a sweet and tart treat made with less added sugar. For another low sugar treat try this Angel Food Cake with Less Added Sugar. Be […]
22 Ways to Make Monkey Bread
I'm not sure if an actual monkey would eat monkey bread. I do know that my kids can't get enough of it. The sticky and sweet treat can be enjoyed for breakfast, dessert or a snack. We often make traditional monkey bread and I was excited to discover there are lots of ways to enjoy […]
Borax Crystal Letters
I have seen ornaments and snowflakes made from Borax and pipe cleaners, but I didn't want to wait until Christmas to try this fun kids activity. So I decided we would make some Borax Crystal Letters. We started out with letter "A" and thought we would make all the letters of the alphabet. That was […]
Cheesecake Bars
Recently, I went to a BBQ and was asked to bring a dessert. Since everyone I know loves cheesecake and easy desserts, I decided to make some cheesecake bars. Cheesecake bars are a lot less intimidating to make than an entire cheesecake, so they are a dessert I make often. This last time, I made […]
Strawberry Popsicles with Chocolate
Summer is just around the corner and that means you'll be spending a lot of time outdoors and on-the-go enjoying pools, beaches and amusement parks. If you are looking for a way to stay cool while living it up in the great outdoors, you need to try these strawberry popsicles with chocolate. They are simple […]
Cream Cheese Cookie Recipe
If you are always searching for the perfect soft and chewy cookie recipes, you must try this Cream Cheese Cookie Recipe. You probably already have everything you need to make them at home. These cookies are a great way to use up extra cream cheese. Perfect for cookie exchanges or just a sweet treat for […]