This Halloween was Extremely Cool
Disclosure There are some holidays that I can take or leave. I'm not exactly a Hallmark person. While a lot...
That’s a Piece of Cake… err, pie.
Disclosure When I was a young child, each year for my birthday my mom made a cake for me as...
The Annual Power of Pink
Unless you've been under a rock, you're fully aware that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I typically avoid duplicating...
How Many Watches is too Many? ∞
Disclosure I love watches. There, I said it. For as far back as I can recall, I have always enjoyed...
The Gift of Pencils
Disclosure I have many fond memories of the school I attended from Kindergarten through 5th grade. I remember the really...
Like a Subway but with Jello
Disclosure I'm starting to realize that we have one of two problems. Either my kids watch too much television or...
A Little Less Unbearable Flu
Disclosure I hate getting sick and trying to take care of the kids at the same time. Worse, I'm miserable...
Sandwiches with a Treasure Inside
Disclosure Years ago, in my pre-kid days, I was a consultant for Pampered Chef. I have this thing about kitchen...
Dreaming of the Giggles and Squeals
Disclosure Cheerios® is giving you the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, your ultimate family vacation. As part of a...
Does Cola Cause Intoxication?
Disclosure I'm guessing that the title of this post raised a very resounding "Duh. NO" response from everyone that read...
Ahoy! Me Bucko Olivia!
Disclosure Caring for a sick child is never easy. They moan, groan, cry, squeal, kick, and sometimes they even ignore...
Oh Joy. It’s Soy.
Disclosure Soy beans are a major crop here in Iowa but I've just not come to love it. When I...