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Fun Places to Take Young Kids In Las Vegas

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July 20, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

We went against the grain of society recently and took 2 of our kids to Las Vegas on vacation. It was a great and memorable trip for us all. If you are thinking about taking your kids to Las Vegas I will share with you some fun places to take young children in Las Vegas. Fun Places to Take Young Children in Las Vegas A lot of people asked us if we should take our kids to Las Vegas on vacation. I knew there were loads of fun places to explore with the kids and it ended up being a fabulous trip. Casino Decor One thing I like as much as traveling...is saving money when I travel, LOL. It is absolutely free to visit the big casinos and just look around. This typically doesn't even mean going into the casino. Lots of casinos have beautiful lobby areas, shopping areas, etc. that are free and open to the public. We stayed at the Luxor and the kids LOVED all of the Egyptian decor. The statues were huge and so well made. Most casinos have a theme of some … [Read more...]

Why You Should Use Personal Handwritten Journaling in Your Scrapbooks

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July 19, 2018 by Jamie 1 Comment

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PowerToThePen #MyGo2Pen #CollectiveBias I have heard it a LOT. So many times by so many people. They don't like their own handwriting. So they don't do any personal handwritten journaling in their scrapbooks. Well I am here to tell you why you should use personal handwritten journaling in your scrapbooks. It is worth it! Why You Should Use Personal Handwritten Journaling in Your Scrapbooks Whether you are a new crafter or an expert crafter...the day will come when you want to write something down. Maybe you make homemade cards...you scrapbook....there are lots of crafts that involve words. Why not write some of these words by hand? It is Personal There is something very personal about a handwritten note. Think about getting cards or letters in the mail. I don't have as much of a connection when I receive a card or note that is typed. If I see that someone … [Read more...]

Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes

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July 18, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Who is already planning out their menu for Christmas? I have it pretty easy for most holidays! Typically I only have to prepare some easy side dishes. I tried a new side dish this week that was easy and delish...Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes! This is a keeper that I will make year round. Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes I found a big baby of baby potatoes at the store...they are just too cute to pass up. So I made this recipe up...roasted them and we ate them with bacon wrapped chicken breasts one night. How to Make Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the baby potatoes in half, leaving the skin on. I like to make roasted veggies the mess-free way. I take a large zippered plastic baggie and add my oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Mix the oil and spices around in the bag and then add the baby potatoes. Move the potatoes around in the bag so they are all coated well with the oil and … [Read more...]

Weight Watchers Food List For a Well Stocked Pantry

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July 17, 2018 by Jamie 3 Comments

There is one thing that can sabotage all my efforts to eat healthy. It is not having the right foods in the fridge and pantry. I decided to compile a Weight Watchers Food List to help me (and you, lol) keep a well stocked pantry so you can minimize temptations at home. These foods are great for snacks or for making delicious Weight Watchers Recipes. Weight Watchers Food List There are really endless items you could put on a Weight Watchers Food List. I am going to narrow it down a little so we have a starting place. Sometimes too many options is overwhelming, especially in the beginning. Produce Food List for Weight Watchers Fresh Fruit--some of the best choices are berries, apples, pears, grapes, bananas, melons Fresh Vegetables--any and all veggies except potatoes and sweet potatoes are wonderful choices. Potatoes can be eaten in moderation. Save time by buying pre-cut veggies and bagged salad mixes. The produce section usually has a good selection of healthy … [Read more...]

DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint for Summer Time Fun

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July 16, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Getting kids outdoors during the summer can sometimes be a challenge. We have to put our creative parent hats on to keep the kids busy! This DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint is perfect for summer fun. The best part is having the kids help make the chalk paint is half the fun. DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint for Summer Fun My kids love DIY projects. Some of their favorites are Root Beer Float Slime and making Paper Plate Masks! We have a hard time keeping a stock of sidewalk chalk. It is something that my five-year-old always enjoys doing in the evenings. Knowing how much my daughter also loves to paint...I figured why not just combine those two activities into one! BINGO! She loved it. Supplies Needed for DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint 2 cups Cornstarch 2 cups Water Food Coloring 8 small plastic cups Paintbrushes How to Make DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint In a mixing bowl, combine the water and cornstarch and stir until the cornstarch dissolves and it is … [Read more...]

Green Chile Cheese Ball

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July 13, 2018 by Jamie 24 Comments

I love cheese balls, but most are the same old, same old. This Green Chile Cheese Ball has a totally different flavor that makes it stand out from the rest! This cheese ball has a Mexican flair that makes you want to keep going back for more! Make the Green Chile Cheese Ball Ahead of Time Cheese balls are a great appetizer to take to parties because you can make them up ahead of time. When I have to take snacks to work...I can make the cheese ball the night before and it is ready to grab and go in the morning! This is also an easy recipe to double and then just make 2 cheese balls if you have a busy weekend of get togethers...you are ready to roll! Green Chile Cheese Ball is Versatile This cheese ball has a little bit of a Mexican flavor to it! It is a different twist on a crowd favorite! The other great thing is that you can use a lot of different snacks for dipping! Tortilla chips work great...but crackers and pita chips also taste … [Read more...]

The Benefits and Challenges of Being Older Parents

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July 12, 2018 by Jamie 2 Comments

This post is made possible with support from AARP’s Disrupt Aging. All opinions are my own. My husband and I spaced our children out. We knew that this would eventually make us "older parents" but we felt strongly about having several years between each child. We have found out the benefits and challenges of being older parents. It really isn't as bad as society makes it out to be! The Benefits and Challenges of Being Older Parents I remember a few of my friends having "older" parents when I was in school. There were times that kids would actually make fun of them or call their parents grandparents. It was hurtful to these children and very unfair. No one can change how old their parents are, right? I am so glad that there is a movement to DISRUPT AGING and take the stigma away from being an older parent! Let's face it...aging rocks in many ways. Experience is so worthwhile and the knowledge we bring to the table is valuable to people younger than … [Read more...]

DIY Glass Jewelry Tray With Supplies From Dollar Tree

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July 11, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Do you enjoy creating beautiful things with stuff you buy at Dollar Tree? If you haven't tried it, you should! It feels so good to make something awesome and it only costs you a few bucks. This DIY glass jewelry tray with supplies from dollar tree will look great on your dresser or even as a gift. DIY Glass Jewelry Tray I am always amazed at how pretty glass decor can be. It goes with almost any decor scheme and has a really elegant look. Jewelry looks especially great on this DIY jewelry tray. Bring on the bling! I know my girls will all want one for their rooms. Putting bracelets and necklaces on this tray is my plan. I don't think it is going to work very well for earrings because they could fall off too easily. I plan to use this as a resting place for jewelry I take off in the evening so it isn't just laying on the dresser. Supplies Needed for a DIY Glass Jewelry Tray Head out to your local Dollar Tree and get ready to spend $3 on this … [Read more...]

How to Plan the Perfect Day Trip for Your Family

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July 11, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WinWinSnacks #CollectiveBias Summer is the perfect time of year for a day trip. The kids are already out of school and may need a distraction. To make the day a big success it takes a little pre-planning. Find out how to plan the perfect day trip for your family and make some great memories in the process! How to Plan the Perfect Day Trip for Your Family The perfect day trip is going to be different for every family. Some families like their day to include a lot of outdoor adventure. Other families will want a day filled with sports activities. Then you will have those families who want to explore new places. It really doesn't matter what kind of day trip you are planning...the key is to do a little planning! :lol: Pick a Location This is one of the hardest parts of planning the perfect day trip in my opinion. There are SO many things we can do … [Read more...]

Weight Watchers 1 Point Foods

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July 10, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Who doesn't love getting new ideas for Weight Watchers 1 Point Foods? I love finding low freestyle point foods to help me stay on track. I have complied a huge list of 1 point foods and even 1 point Weight Watchers Recipes ideas to help you too! Weight Watchers 1 Point Foods Have you ever found yourself almost out of points and you haven't even had dinner yet? Yes, it happens to the best of us, LOL. The best way out of this situation is to find low point foods to eat. It is also possible to make a 1 point dinner!! :lol: 1 Freestyle SmartPoint Foods and Snacks I have a whole post about 1 Point Snack Ideas for Weight Watchers that you can check out and even print off the list. I am going to focus on those snacks that are the most filling. These Weight Watchers 1 Point Foods are easy to grab and make a filling snack to help keep you from failing at Weight Watchers. 1 light mini babybel cheese wheel 1/4 cup light cottage cheese 1 Sargento … [Read more...]