As peach season sets in we area ll hurrying to get in what grilling time we can before the cold weather starts to set in. One of my favorite dinners this time of year is grilled peach chicken. I love just about anything peach, and I personally think peaches get overshadowed this time of year by the fall and pumpkin spice craze! But not in my house. This dinner is one of my favorites! Pair it with this easy cucumber and peach salad and YUM! Find more Frugal Chicken Recipes for more ideas. Grilled Peach Chicken with a Cucumber and Peach Salad Confession: I love grilling so much because it means I don't have to cooker. I prepare it and send hubby (and the kids) outside to cook. I can then prepare the sides and listen to some music or catch up on a TV in peace for about 30 minutes if I'm … [Read more...]
Build Your Own Wardrobe with Ohio State Apparel
Many of you have probably realized we are big Ohio State Fans in this house. This is because my husband is and he as born in Columbus Ohio. His grandfather got him hooked. We don't watch the NFL (much anymore), so we go all out for the NCAA! O-H.... Anyway, I'm a girl, and I'm not about to wear the same outfit every Saturday so here is how to build your own wardrobe with Ohio State apparel. Build Your Own Wardrobe with Ohio State Apparel So this is also known as a Capsule wardrobe, and they are becoming pretty popular. I had no idea! They also only work if you remember to wash your clothes one a week and I don't wash them then forget them in the washer only to have to re-wash them. Then dry them twice to get the wrinkles out from forgetting it the first time and then letting them sit … [Read more...]
Money Moves to Make When You Have Your First Child
Do you have a little bundle of joy on the way? Your life is probably filled with new tasks: outfitting the nursery, buying baby clothes, baby-proofing the home, and all those last-minute details that rear up in the final weeks before the little one is due. There’s another necessary factor to consider as the due date draws near—the important financial moves every new parent should make. Check out this list of the essential financial steps to take before and after you add a new little member to your happy family. Money Moves to Make When You Have Your First Child Refine Your Budget When you first find out a baby is on the way, the first financial step you should take is creating a new budget. First, take a look at what your current monthly budget allows for. Then, pull records of your … [Read more...]
Outside Classroom – Tips for Taking Your Classroom Outdoors
Homeschooling is a lot of fun, isn’t it? But who wants to keep their kids cooped up inside all day?! It’s time to get out and enjoy one of the BEST benefits of homeschooling, being able to have an outside classroom! It’s time to take your classroom outdoors this fall (spring and summer too!). Here are some tips on how to make this happen. Outside Classroom - Tips for Taking Your Classroom Outdoors Find some curriculum like the Giles Frontier that helps you learn in nature. I also highly recommend the book The Big Book of Nature Activities: A Year-Round Guide to Outdoor Learning for ideas on taking your learning outside. Visit a local park There is always a ton to do at the local parks. Sure, there are swing sets and jungle gyms, but there is also a chance to explore. Look at the … [Read more...]
13 Nights of Halloween 2016
If you have taken a look around the blog here, I'm sure you can tell how much I love fall and especially Halloween. Well, I'm excited to share with you this 13 Nights of Halloween 2016 list. While I'm a big wuss and HATE really scary movies I like the fun family ones when it comes to Halloween. I love the Adams family too. 13 Nights of Halloween 2016 I highly recommended picking a weekend day and making a day out of it! You can start the day out with our famous Pumpkin French Toast Recipe and easy homemade maple syrup. Then go pick out your pumpkin and use one of our 700+ free Halloween Pumpkin Carving Stencils to carve your pumpkins. Then work on a great craft like this easy wine cork pumpkin craft. Then I highly recommend a family nap ;) Then have dinner and make some of our … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pork – Easy Weeknight Meal
If you have slow cooker pork loin but are tired of the same old flavor week after week like I was, this combination will really shake it up and give it new life. Sweet and slightly tangy- this recipe compliments the flavor of your pork perfectly, giving it a burst of delicious flavor. It is equally good served up on a bun (that is how hubby eats it) or served with mashed potatoes and a veggie. Make this slow cooker apple cider pork for any weeknight dinner or a special Sunday meal. Making this for a special Sunday mean? This meal goes PERFECT with my southern 7up Biscuits! You can also make a great easy gravy recipe to pour over the pork that will take this meal to the next level. Then I highly suggest my brownie trifle dessert recipe to finish off … [Read more...]
Amazing Peach Cinnamon Rolls Recipes
Peach season is here! Peaches are one of my favorite foods by far, and I love having them for breakfast. I also love cinnamon rolls so in one of my brilliant lack of sleep moment I thought why not put the two together. I, of course, waited until I had a bit more sleep under my belt before I put this recipe together. That is how this amazing peach cinnamon rolls recipe became one of my families favorites. Peach Cinnamon Rolls While this peach cinnamon rolls recipe takes a bit of time, it is really easy when it comes down to it! Oh, and it's super yummy! Make sure to check out of our easy breakfast recipes. Related: Copycat Paula Deen Monkey Bread Ingredients: Dough: 1 cup warm water 2 Tablespoon quick rise yeast 1 Tablespoon sugar 1 1/2 … [Read more...]
Summer to Fall Kohls Dresses for Women
As the weather starts to cool in some parts of the country but not others dressing can be a challenge. I love having clothing items that transition easily from fall to winter. These Kohls dresses for women are perfect. Summer to Fall Kohls Dresses for Women I don't know about you, but the weather near me never seems to be able to make up it's mind. I have a whole 2 months where I don't know if I need to be putting away summer clothes or keeping them out. Our closets over fill because I have to keep a little out of each. Because of this problem I have put together several outfits that I can change from summer to fall with just a change of the accessories. This outfit centers around this LC Conrad Pleated Midi Kohls Dresses for Women. This is your centerpiece item. For your summer … [Read more...]
Glasses.com Share Your Sight
This review was made possible by iConnect Influencer Management and Glasses.com. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine. 2 of my girls have to wear glasses. We have been able to make it fun for them and make it a fashion statement. When I heard about Glasses.com they got even more excited. My girls had a blast trying on glasses via their virtual try on. Plus, this isn’t just another place to buy eyeglasses, it is the only place I will buy from now on. Did you know that there are people in the world who don’t have access to good eye care? Glasses.com is changing that. Glasses.com and OneSight are partnering together to help people around the world who have vision problems. In fact, 1.1 billion people lack access to an eye exam or … [Read more...]
CopyCat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits Recipe
My husband has a weakness for the Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits. He isn't a seafood fan but will take me just to partake in biscuits. I had to start making them at home when he started asking me to stop JUST for the biscuits. That is how this copycat Red Lobster cheddar bay biscuits recipe came to be! CopyCat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits Recipe So right after I got married I took a job waiting tables at Red Lobster as I settled into my new life as a Navy Wife. I also put on about 15 pounds int he few months I worked there. Anytime I had a free minute I was sneaking into the back to munch on biscuits. Many times I would miss lunch or even dinner working and this was my meal substitute. Sad but true. While I waited tables and didn't do the baking I did help out and when we … [Read more...]
Farmhouse Living Room – Fixer Upper HGTV Living Room
Are you as addicted to HGTVs Fixer Upper with Joanna Gaines as I am? She had such great style! I'd love for her to come and redo my living room but sadly I know the cost on something like that! This farmhouse living room is my favorite fixer upper HGTV living room! Farmhouse Living Room - Fixer Upper HGTV Living Room I love her rustic style and how she upcycles many pieces. This look is easy to create you can take your current sofa which would be your biggest expense and just change it with a slip cover. A simple slipcover and change the whole look of your room! I am LOVING the color of the shutters in my design. Here is the inspiration room. My biggest dilemma is figuring out what color to paint the walls! Any ideas? Related: Farmhouse Rag … [Read more...]
United Rentals and SoldierStrong Partner for Turns for Troops
My husband and I come from a long line of military. His grandfather was in the Navy and took part in Normandy, he also had an uncle killed in WWII. My Great uncle was in WWI as a parachute and my grandfather served in the Korean War. My other grandfather was an officer in the Navy and worked on Subs. My uncle was in the army, marks brother in law was also in the army and his twin brother was Marine. Just about everyone mentioned has seen war time and deployments. That is why this Turns for Troops program is so personal for me! Have you ever heard of United Rentals? They are the world's largest provider of rental equipment. They have over 880 locations in the US and 10 in Canada so that they can provide the absolute best service nationwide. They also care about the US Military too. … [Read more...]