Well, Christmas vacation is over and the kids are headed back to school today. I know that there are many people excited to have the kids back in school but as a shared parenting mom of 3, I lack enthusiasm for this transition. I've enjoyed the extra hours to hang out, to hold conversations, and … Continue reading Back to School
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Teachable Moments
One year of homeschooling taught me a lot about the quality of time versus the quantity of it. One hour from an eager, interested child can be worth more than a whole year of studying a subject they find uninteresting. Christmas time is my favorite time of year and I revel in the lights and … Continue reading Teachable Moments
Day #1-Thankful for Mom Guilt
Juggling motherhood one disaster at a time!
Be deliberate! In all things; do them on purpose. Live deliberately.
Chard Chicken
You probably think this version of chard chicken involves a grill...or that I spelled chard wrong. Nope! I just used some chard from my CSA box with some chicken thighs from a local farmer and made something new. It was amazing! My kids even ate some. Whoa! It turns out that cooked chard is close … Continue reading Chard Chicken
CSA Share Round 2
I LOVE Tuesdays! Ever since I got my first box of fresh produce last week I am hooked! Each week gives me a challenge and lets my family and I explore new foods. This week we recieved this box 2 lettuces- Romaine and I think butter 2 bunches of green onions 1 bag of spring … Continue reading CSA Share Round 2
Scratch Attack
Composting with Worms
Composting is a great way to put old vegetation and newspaper to good use. The kids and I are planning a garden and I'd really like to give my plants a good boost of nutrient rich compost to grow on. I composted kitchen scraps last year, but I didn't have the right supplies and it … Continue reading Composting with Worms
Science Puzzles
The Michigan Science Center offers all kinds of interactive stage presentations to explore scientific concepts in a fun way. There is also a spot where volunteers teach one on one scientific concepts through interactive play and puzzles. We usually are too busy exploring the science center and miss out on this part but on this … Continue reading Science Puzzles
La-La-Lasagna
Here we are again on another culinary adventure. I've always considered myself pretty good at lasagna, but a recent trip to Wisconsin proved I had more to learn. I've always seasoned my ricotta mixture with italian seasoning and I even used eggs once upon a time (no more) and pepperoni on top. My bestie opened … Continue reading La-La-Lasagna