Ants on a Log
The boys made these all by themselves while I took a conference call.  There was peanut butter everywhere, but they sure were proud of their snack.  I thought it looked like more than any family could eat–but I managed, somehow…

Family Pictures
My cousin, Rachael, is a budding photographer and invited us to be her subjects. She has a great eye for lighting and got some fantastic shots. Here are a few of my favorites:

Do You Black Friday?
 I’ve been one of those folks who gets up at 3am to stand in line for the really great deals. But year after year I was frustrated by the rude “adults” who act like 3 year olds, pushing, and shoving…

Happy Thanksgiving!!!
I have so much to be thankful for this year! We tried to make you a video as a family. And after the 3rd take of adorable kid bytes and youtube eating it every time…we gave up to make sweet…

Homemade Extracts
Watch this short video on how to make flavored extracts to use in cakes, cookies, frostings, salad dressings, and marinades.  They make great and inexpensive Chrsitmas gifts.

Homemade Kettle Corn
Darren:  “What are you making?” Me:  “Kettle Corn.” “Where did you buy it?” “You don’t buy it, you make it.” “I’m pretty sure you need a special pan for that, that keeps it from burning.” “They didn’t say anything about…

Grant is 6 months
It took me awhile to take his pictures this time.  I prefer outdoor lighting, but the weather wasn’t very cooperative.  I’llhave to get a new plan for the winter months, lol.  His 12 months onesie now fits him properly.  It…

Vote and be Inspired
The Fall Transformation Challenge is over at Fit Yummy Mummy and the finalists are posted.  You can pop over there and see the amazing before and after pictures.  It’s fantastic what is possible in just 12 weeks!  Click here to…