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Back to School Pencil Frame Craft

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August 15, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Do you celebrate the kids going back to school as much as I do? This year my youngest has been particularly bored the last 2 weeks of summer and it is making me a little nutty! One great way to finish out summer is to do back to school crafts like this Back to School Pencil Frame Craft! Back to School Pencil Frame Craft Pencils are something almost every house has on hand. In fact I have a whole Ziploc bag full of pencils that we get at fairs, festivals and lots of other places! Making this easy back to school pencil frame craft is a great way to use some of those pencils!! This can also make a sweet teacher gift from your child. Supplies Needed for Back to School Pencil Frame Craft This DIY kids crafts only has 5 supplies. Most are things you will have around the house so you may not have to spend any money at all. That is my kind of crafting! 12 Yellow Pencils Ribbon of your choice Super Glue Scissors Printable or Picture How to Make a Pencil … [Read more...]

Weight Watchers Chicken Recipes

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August 13, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Weight Watchers chicken recipes are something almost every member searches for. The more delicious Weight Watchers recipes the better! Chicken is a zero or very low point protein and it is so versatile it can be used in many different dishes. Weight Watchers Chicken Recipes I have tried chicken so many ways, but I do get sick of searching for recipes. It is great to have a list of already vetted and the points already figured recipes to pull from. I searched my favorite blogs for the best, yummiest Weight Watchers chicken recipes! These are going to become some of your favorites too! These recipes all have Freestyle SmartPoints calculated. Weight Watchers Chicken Casserole Recipes Mexican food and chicken go hand in hand with this Chicken Taco Casserole with only 6 points per serving. Kids will enjoy a Tator Tot Casserole made for Weight Watchers with 3 points per serving. Chicken, Rice and Broccoli Casserole is comfort food at it's best with only 4 … [Read more...]

The Little Travel Problem No One Wants To Talk About

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August 6, 2018 by Jamie

I received compensation from Bayer Consumer Health, makers of MiraLAX® to write this post. MiraLAX® is a laxative used to treat occasional constipation. All opinions are entirely my own. #ReLAXOnTheGo #CollectiveBias Did you know there is a little travel problem no one wants to talk about? Yes, it is true. It is a topic that honestly is pretty personal, but very, very common. The problem is occasional constipation when traveling. The Little Travel Problem No One Wants To Talk About I am going to be open and honest here. Traveling is a passion of mine and I am very lucky to be able to do quite a bit of it. One of the hardest parts of travel for me is the occasional constipation that typically happens. Thankfully, I have found some simple solutions that are working! :-) Drinking More Water It may sound cliché, but drinking more water really does help me with occasional constipation. When I travel and go out to eat I tend to order anything but water. Dining out … [Read more...]

Apple Cupcakes With a Worm for School

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August 6, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Kids love cupcakes...okay so do adults, LOL. What is cuter for back to school then apple cupcakes with an adorable worm! This is the perfect treat to make with your kids and send to school to share! Apple Cupcakes With a Worm for School It is so fun to take a simple cupcake and make something so so cute. These apple cupcakes will make any kid (or teacher) smile for sure. They are also perfect for FALL themed apple parties! How to Make Apple Cupcakes Start off with some white or yellow cupcakes that have been baked and cooled. Take your red frosting and frost each cupcake with a thick smooth layer. Now grab the Tootsie rolls and cut each one in half lengthwise. Put each Tootsie roll piece into the upper right corner of the cupcake so that it looks like an apple stem! Now it is time to cut the green fruit slices in half lengthwise and place them on the cupcake near the stems so that they look like little apple leaves. It is time to get the worm ready. Cut … [Read more...]

Motivational Tennis Snack Tags Printable

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August 6, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SnackToSchool #CollectiveBias School is starting soon and that will mean team sports start back up. I have one child playing tennis. It will be her second year to play and her first year to really compete in matches! I know some motivational tennis snack tags will boost her attitude and I can provide her with the perfect snack before practice! Motivational Tennis Snack Tags Tennis is still a new sport for our family. We have always enjoyed going to the courts and playing....I mean trying to play, LOL. The school district we were previously in didn't offer tennis as a competitive sport. When we moved 2 years ago and my daughter saw that she could go out for tennis she was really excited. Playing 6th grade tennis was basically just for the practice of it all. This year in 7th grade tennis she will have regular matches. That gets my creative juices flowing!! Nutritious … [Read more...]

Weight Watchers Coleslaw Recipe

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July 31, 2018 by Jamie 2 Comments

Coleslaw is a side dish that people ask for year round. Whenever we cook out burgers I hear someone ask if anyone made coleslaw. Depending on the recipe coleslaw can be surprisingly high in calories despite the fact that it has a lot of veggies. Finding good Weight Watchers recipes for common dishes is really important! This Weight Watchers Coleslaw Recipe is creamy and delicious and no guilt! Weight Watchers Coleslaw Recipe Finding the best Weight Watchers cookout recipes to keep on hand will make your life and your entertaining easier. I love the added veggies in this side dish too. Coleslaw is a favorite of my oldest daughter and she has become something of a conessour, LOL. If this passes her test then it is a winner for sure! How to Make Weight Watchers Coleslaw Recipe It is possible to buy bags of pre-cut coleslaw at the store to save time, but you don't have to. Especially if you are doubling or tripling this Weight Watchers Coleslaw Recipe then you may want to … [Read more...]

A Scrapbook Planner Helps Me Get More Done

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July 30, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Scrapbooking is a hobby that is truly never-ending. There will always be more pictures to preserve and more memories to capture. I am always looking for ways to scrapbook more layouts. I found out how a scrapbook planner helps me get more done. How Can a Scrapbook Planner Help You Get More Done? Planners of some kind have been around for hundreds of years...they used to just be called calendars, LOL. Now we even have planners in the scrapbooking section to help us keep our whole life planned. The problem for me has been that none of these planners meet my specific scrapbooking needs. Those endless unknowns that only happen to scrappers!! For instance, do you ever forget WHERE ON EARTH you left off at the last crop? Did I scrapbook Christmas, 2010 or not? I don't always want to take the time to look through all my Christmas scrapbooks! I will be in the craft store and will see a tool that looks perfect to me. It seems kind of familiar...is that … [Read more...]

Popsicle Stick Apple Craft for Kids

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July 27, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Apple crafts are fun year round for kids and this popsicle stick apple craft is easy and adorable. I love how versatile popsicle sticks are and how easy it is for kids to make cool crafts. Popsicle Stick Apple Craft for Kids I am always amazed at the creative apple crafts that people dream up. Have you seen the Apple Craft made with pool noodles? So FUN! Who knew that popsicle sticks and pool noodles could be turned into apples, LOL. Supplies Needed for Popsicle Stick Apple Craft Large Popsicle Sticks Glue Stick Red, Green & Black Foam Paper Sparkle Gold & Green Foam Paper Instructions for Popsicle Stick Apple Craft Grab four large popsicle sticks and a glue stick (that is still sticky! :-) ) and glue the popsicle sticks together. You are gluing the thin sides together and it may seem kind of hard, but do your best and it will get easier in a minute! Now do this again if you want to make a red and a green apple. Cut … [Read more...]

After School Snacks Your Kids Will Love

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July 26, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

When back to school rolls around time can be really valuable. Getting supplies ready, new school clothes, books and learning and let's not forget about after school snacks your kids will love. Food is usually high up on the kids priority list too! After School Snacks Your Kids Will Love When it comes to evenings/after-school tasks and errands, things can get a little hectic, too. There’s dinner, homework, and extracurricular activities that need to be taken into consideration. To make things easier for everyone, I found some delicious after school snacks that are quick, colorful, and fun – save time on food prep and give yourself a chance to spend moments with your family… it’s what counts the most! So Many After School Snacks To Choose From These Chocolate Kiwi Pops from Wanna Bite are so creative! The Apple Dippers from The Gracious Wife are a great way to get kids to eat more fruit! Kicking it With Kelly has a fun idea with these PB&J … [Read more...]

Pineapple Chicken Kebobs

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July 25, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

You can never have too many recipes for the grill. I also think eating kebobs is just plain fun. These grilled Pineapple Chicken Kebobs have a delicious Polynesian Sauce that will really spice up your dinner! This is a great way to use up extra chicken breasts! Pineapple Chicken Kebobs Fruit that is grilled ends up tasting so amazing..it kind of carmalizes into a delicious piece of yum! Add some chicken and sauce and it is a big time winner. Another great thing about grilling is that you can get your kids outside while you cook. I admit I am not the grill meister in my house, but I can sit and read on the deck while my hubby cooks! I have a little confession to make. Fresh pineapple is new to me. I have eaten it while on beach vacations, but in Kansas it is hard to get a good fresh pineapple, LOL. There are no tips from me on how to cut a fresh pineapple...maybe you can give me some tips. How to Make Pineapple Chicken Kebobs Grab a saucepan … [Read more...]