It’s hard to lose weight. But realistically, it’s mind boggling when we can’t figure out why we haven’t lost those extra pregnancy pounds! 1. Moms need coffee. Moms like me need a large iced triple expresso with chocolate and hazelnut syrup. And whipped cream. 2. Wake up at 6am. Chase, change, feed kids. Work. Go home. Chase, […]
New Summer Fairs List!
Check out my new Twin Cities area Summer Fair List for 2012 (Link Removed as list is no longer available). Also included are links to fair websites plus my tips for enjoying the fairs with kids. We went to the Ramsey County Fair this year, and had fun (& got lots of free stuff for the kids […]
Coupon users unite! See how much you know about couponing with this visual resource.
How much do you know about couponing? Do you use coupons now more than you used to? Do you fit the most common profile of a coupon user? (I’m surprised to say that according to this, I do almost exactly! Keep reading to see if you do, too!)
Top Ten Reasons I Buy Most of our Family’s Clothing at Thrift Stores
I first have to admit – I actually didn’t become a thrift store shopper until after I had kids…I just never considered shopping at thrift stores until someone introduced me to them a few years ago. I always assumed that thrift stores were full of “rejects” – you know, like the stuff you find at a […]
It’s Strawberry Picking Time in Minnesota!
It’s strawberry picking time in Minnesota! As it states on the “Minnesota Grown” website, most Minnesota berry patches are opening earlier than usual this year. Many Twin Cities area strawberry picking farms are open now. Go to the Minnesota Grown website to find one near you. We went to Bauer Berry Farm in Champlin last Monday, June […]
Kelley Farm in Elk River
I took the kids to Kelley Farm in Elk River on Saturday, May 12th, the day before Mother’s Day, as moms could get in free (yay free!) with their kids that weekend. (See below – dads get in free on Father’s Day weekend, too!) We spent a couple hours there and the kids loved exploring the farm, […]
Tator Tot Hot Dish Recipe
I got this Tator Tot Hot Dish recipe from my church’s food coordinator. There are many variations but this one always is a hit at potlucks and other events, and it’s super easy! 1. Brown together in a skillet: 1 pound of ground beef or turkey 1/2 chopped onion 2. Then mix together in a 9 […]
What a Mom Really Wants for Mother’s Day (My Fantasy & REAL lists)
What do we Moms really want for mother’s day? My FANTASY Mother’s Day wish list 1. An extra few hours every day to get things done. I swear I barely touched #1 on my to-do list before I collapse in bed each night. But if that’s not possible… 2. A lifetime membership to Caribou Coffee […]
Garage Sales and Farmer’s Markets!
This weekend (April 28-29) kicks off a lot of Twin Cities neighborhood garage sales and local farmer’s markets. Here are some local great sites to help you plan all your spring and summer rummage sale hunts! Rummage Sale links Thrifty Minnesota has an annual Minnesota City Wide Garage Sales List. Add this to your web browser’s […]
Banana Streusel Muffins Recipe
This Banana Streusel Muffins Recipe is another great use for those leftover, “dead” bananas you have laying around. These get eaten within 1-2 days in our house. Streusel Topping 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons melted butter or margarine Mix flour, brown sugar and cinnamon in […]
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