The following post is from Jessica of GoodCheapEats and LifeasMOM: How to Build a Pantry that Works for YOU Over the last few weeks, I've been "eating down the pantry." What this means is that instead of grocery shopping, as usual, I'm spending time and effort to use up what we have. Not only does…
The following guest post is from Katie at Kitchen Stewardship: I always thought I might be a children's book author when I grew up – I think most elementary school teachers probably do. Or maybe a wedding dress designer. Or president of the United States. Simple dreams. I never really dreamed I would be able…
The following post is from Prerna of The Mom Writes: Personalize Your Productivity: How to Create Your Best Productive Self I know. Personalize productivity? Seriously? But hear me out. As someone who’s played with, worked with and experimented with several productivity solutions and techniques, I can safely say that my sense of productivity is uniquely mine.…
The following post is from Jennifer Burke, a lifelong educator: See all of the Homework Helps posts here. The number of information students is expected to learn before junior high continues to expand. The most successful students are those whose parents take the time to work with them. You may wonder where you'll fit that…
The following post is from Katie of Kitchen Stewardship: Got Gunk? How to Naturally Clean Your Dishwasher It's the perfect time for fresh starts - New Year's resolutions, losing weight, and setting yearly goals for just about every area of your life. I want to bring your attention to something which may need a fresh…
The following post is from Angie of Many Little Blessings: The Benefits of Homeschooling Your Child with Autism The first time I became aware of homeschooling was when I was in college studying to be a teacher. I recall thinking that it was a ridiculous idea. When I started having children, however, it became a…
The following post is from Shaina of Food for My Family and Olmanson Photography: Shrimp and Cucumber Canapés: A Gluten-Free Appetizer I have resolved to open my doors again to friends for the New Year. We love entertaining. Not entertaining in the "invite five couples over and 'do it up'" sense, but just having our…
The following post is from Janel of Life with Lucie and Ella.: DIY Rustic Paint Finish I am not a professional painter. My dad has been a house painter since before I was born, but he didn't pass down his skills to me. Of course, I couldn't help picking up a few basics, but I…
The following post is from Jennifer, a lifelong educator: See all of the Homework Helps posts here. With school now in full swing, homework needs to find its way back into many families’ routines. You can find tips to help you alleviate homework headaches, but let’s look specifically at ways to review those weekly word…
The following post is from Kacey of Next Level Mama: Tips for Storing Christmas Decorations After the last of the wrapping paper has been thrown away and you've eaten Christmas leftovers until you can't eat anymore, the really fun part about the holidays is taking down all the decorations and storing them away. OK, so…