Being a working mom can be tough but it can be made even more difficult when we don’t stop to evenly nurture the important aspects in our lives. As soon as the walls between your work and personal life become blurred, stress levels begin to soar and this can become dangerous – particularly when you […]
Cooking / Foodie / Recipes
Mrs. Butterworth’s Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Pancake Recipe + Family Fun Breakfast Kit Giveaway
One of the most important things on our weekend to-do list is our weekly Sunday morning breakfast. This is one of the few meals we all take time to come together to sit, eat and talk about well everything under the sun. While I take this meal very seriously, I also like to cut back […]
Theater
Oohhs and Aahhs of the Disney Live Mickey’s Music Festival
My family was given the opportunity to attend Disney Live! Mickey’s Music Festival in Sioux Falls at the Sioux Falls Arena. Normally, my husband and I would not take our four year old son to an event that distance because after riding in the vehicle for an hour plus, we are worried he will not sit […]
Shopping
Perfect Gift Ideas for the Man in Your Life
The hectic nature of modern life means that it’s easy for couples to become caught up in day-to-day stresses and forget to demonstrate their affection for one another. However, the strongest relationships are made up of those who make time to show their appreciation for their significant others. It doesn’t have to be Valentine’s Day […]
Foodie
Simple Ways to Improve Your Baking Skills
It’s a common misconception that you need masses of free time and a kitchen that looks like Nigella Lawson’s to be a good baker. All you need to bake successfully is a little bit of practice and a willingness to make mistakes. If you want to instil good cooking habits in your children from an […]
Healthcare
The Big Decision Infographic
Right about now we are faced with “The Big Decision” for either a parent or grandparent. Even if you are not the one making the final say, everyone including you will be effected. Knowing what is right is not always the same as what is in our hearts. The infographic below is a great thought […]
DIY
How to Build a Simple Toy Chest
If you’re interested in building a unique toy box for your child to store playthings in, look no further. For those who are already confident with DIY tasks, a more complex design might be worth considering. This simple guide will show you how to construct 3ft by 2ft toy chest. What Will I Need? – […]
Cooking / Foodie / Recipes
Crock Pot Pepper Steak Recipe
The queen of fix it and forget it meals is back again with another delicious {yet busy mom friendly} crock-pot meal. No more bad mommy – canned, box or pre-made dinners here! Let’s all celebrate homecooked one pot wonders together in 2014! Crock Pot Pepper Steak Ingredients: 2 lb Beef Roast cut into strips Garlic powder […]
