Back in the Fall of 2022 we decided the boys needed a better bedroom set-up and some new furniture. We set to work ordering new stuff and I created a fun design board for their space (see details & links below). But then December hit and time got cramped and money disappeared and the stuff…
Category: family LIFE
Mishawn’s Eeb Skeebs (aka: Aebleskivers/ Ebble Sckebers/ Puffed Pancakes/ Danish Donut Holes)
We have a family tradition of making these donut holes on special occasions. It started when my best friend Mishawn made them for us years and years ago. Her family always made them for special holidays (Christmas- I think) and she wanted us to enjoy them as well. We were hooked. We got out own…
Homemade Play-dough
Ingredients: 2 cups flour ¾ cups salt 4 tsp cream of tarter 2 cups water (lukewarm) 2 tablespoons oil (coconut or vegetable oil) Directions: Combine all ingredients into saucepan. Cook over medium heat until ball forms (stirring constantly). Store in an airtight container or ziplock bag for 3 months (or more). Festive add-ins: Add food…
Our Family’s Favorite Children’s Books – Read & Loved
We love reading around here. During our homeschool years we were able to read a lot more books than usual. It was wonderful. Here is a list we have come up with of our favorite reads (see the notes about some content you should know about-depending on the sensitivity of your child and family). Also,…
Stove-Top Popcorn
I love, love, love popcorn. Love it. While I love the convenience of popping microwave popcorn, I do not always love the flavor or the chemicals used in those delicious smelling bags. And I don’t really like to share my popcorn {who does really?}! For some reason everyone always wants it when they hear that…