The kids are back to school and even though the days are still warm and humid, the evenings have a hint of that crisp fall air. With fall comes all of my favorite fall flavors like apple, pumpkin, and caramel. I don't like to buy store bought caramel or caramel sauce because of all of the unnecessary ingredients added to give shelf life. Making your own caramel … [Read more...] about Homemade Caramel Sauce
First Day of School Printable Signs
It's become a tradition in our home, like with so many families, to take a photo of our children on the first day of school each year. It's such an important time and it's fun to capture the excitement, nerves, and all the other emotions as kids start back to school. I've seen some really cute props for back to school photos and I decided to make First Day of School … [Read more...] about First Day of School Printable Signs
Pack a Fun Lunch for Back-to-School: Waffle Sandwich
The last few weeks have been so busy and really have just flown by. I'm struggling to accept that summer is almost over and that the kids are going to be heading back-to-school in just a couple of weeks. I love sending something fun and different to school with the kids for lunch. It can be such a bright spot in their day! I also like to send a healthy … [Read more...] about Pack a Fun Lunch for Back-to-School: Waffle Sandwich
Combi Shuttle Travel System Reviews
I've seen a lot of car seats and travel systems over the years. Between my husband and myself, we have 7 children ranging in age from 18 months to 24 years. That's a big span and there's been a lot of change in technology of everything over 23 years. Not to mention the change in how we do things as parents. One thing that hasn't changed for us is how important safety and … [Read more...] about Combi Shuttle Travel System Reviews
Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Recipe [In Lemon Cups]
It has been so, so hot here this last week. The heat has had us spending lots of time at the beach, in the water, and enjoying frozen treats to cool off whenever we can. As I've mentioned many times we have a lot of food sensitivities and allergies so when we want a treat of any kind it's almost always homemade. That way we know what is in it and that it's safe for all of … [Read more...] about Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Recipe [In Lemon Cups]
Super Easy Blackberry Cobbler Recipe
Some of my favorite childhood memories are of picking wild blackberries along a two track road near the lake. To this day if I close my eyes when I taste a fresh blackberry it takes me right back to that place and time. Now I take my children blackberry picking. It's so much fun to watch their excitement when they find a good spot that's plentiful. The wild blackberries … [Read more...] about Super Easy Blackberry Cobbler Recipe
Lemon Basil Butter Recipe
Basil is one of my favorite fresh herbs. I love the aroma that a basil plant gives to an herb garden, the scent on my hands when I've picked some leaves for a recipe, and the flavor that it gives to anything I'm making. Basil is a great addition to sauces, salads, and so much more. One thing I love to add basil to is butter. It makes the most amazing herb … [Read more...] about Lemon Basil Butter Recipe