Gummy Bear Silicone Candy Mold Promotion

My daughter is very into cooking right now.  Add to that, she is a kid and all kids are candy freaks.  That is why I'm excited to make some Gummi Bears with her.  She can use the dropper, pick the flavors, and I can do any stove work.  This way it's something we can do together, but she can do most of it herself!  

Baking Time Fondant Rolling Pin

 Since she was young we have called my daughter Miss Cakes.  She has now become a baking fanatic and is the resident Little Chef in this house.  We are exploring her interests with new recipes and as her skills and interest grows we add to her cooking tools.  She recently asked about exploring some desserts and while I do not have monster cooking chops, I have pulled up the Google and started to find recipe's for the kid's.  Naturally anything with sugar has my son jumping in on the fun!  

Slow Cooker Recipe Book Giveaway!

Who wants to win the Slow Cooker Recipe book that I reviewed HERE? Check out this awesome giveaway and get yourself ready for some amazingly delicious meals that will not only be good to eat, but good for you as well! Check it out below!

Slow Cooker Recipes for Beginners: 55 Fast and Easy Slow Cooker Recipes to Lose Weight Fast [Kindle Edition ebook]

My kids have become obsessed with Master Chef Junior.  Specifically, my daughter who we have called Miss Cakes since she was a baby.  True to her name, she loves to bake.  It can be hard to make a nice dinner though while running around with the needs of the day.  Especially when the little's are doing a bulk of the work.  So, a crock pot meal is perfect, we start it and set it up in the morning while working on measurements, addition, subtraction, and other number recognition, plus dinner is ready once we get home after whatever event we have going on that evening.  This mom can't think up recipes off the top of her head so a little help is always welcome.

Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

 Each year we end up with a huge crop of lemons.  It may be on account of our three lemon trees, they look more like bushes, but that is another post for another day.  The question then becomes a two part question.  First, just how much lemon can my family take before their faces end up with permanent sour lips? And second, just what in the world to I make with all this fresh squeezed lemon juice?

Naturade Pea Protein Review

Protein is huge for brain growth and muscle growth.  I've been trying to eat better and to start lifting weights more.  Because my brain and my body need protein for functioning and growth I've been looking for a protein shake.  My husbands is too much for me, being as it's geared to his more intense power-lifting work out and harder on my stomach.  

Betty Crocker's Summertime Cake!

 I love to bake!  Yes I know, total 50's housewife, but seriously there is nothing like a well cooked meal or treat to top off a hectic day.  The problem is that when it come's to creative cakes, well I'm lacking.  Lucky for me I found this Cake Idea's made simple from Betty Crocker!  Obviously, someone must have seen my dessert postings, or the lacking creativity behind them  and created this right? Well, I can pretend it was made special for me!  No matter who it was created for, the idea's are great and the step by step directions make it easy! Check it out! 

Feeding you my love!

It’s February and cold.  So, how do we make a meal extra-special for Valentine’s Day plus keep our kids warm?  Make them something full of love that is great to eat!  Make them a heart shaped grilled cheese and Valentine Red Tomato Soup! 

Pamper your Plants with some at home treats!

Pamper your Plants this growing season with a few tricks to help them grow and be healthy.  It's almost time to plant your garden in Arizona as we ease out of the hot summer and into our version of winter.  Here are some tricks that you can do with household items that will help them grow this year.  Try them for yourself, but keep in mind; I am one of those who manages to get flowers that shouldn't grow, but can't keep alive the plants that should!

Paula Deen Thanksgiving Giveaway!

 Tis' the Season to update your Pots and Pans!  Who doesn't want to cook like Paula Deen!  Well, at least we can win her Pots and Pans to show off this year!  Or give them to the chef in your family!  Check out this amazing Giveaway!     

Bhakti Chai Review

I love tea!  I always jump at the chance to test some out!  I haven't tested a Chai until now!  I was very excited to get the chance to test Bhakti Chai's ice tea.  Check out what I decided about Bhakti Chai Tea.

De-Stress and Sooth your skin with some home remedies!

I don't know about you but sometimes I need to decompress, perk up, or treat myself and my body, but who can afford a spa?  Here are a few of my home remedies/recipes that help you save a few bucks and still treat yourself!

Oatmeal Cookies

How many kids does it take to make Oatmeal Cookies?  HOWEVER MANY YOU HAVE!!!! I love baking with the kids!  It never gets old, they learn about measuring sharing, smells, and what happens when you combine different states of matter like liquids and powders!  As you can see, my little ham is annoyed I interrupted her fun for the photo! Check out my Oatmeal Cookie Recipe for a healthy way to keep kids busy and the house smelling great!

Messy Recipes

Why is it when I big mess comes about I'm out of what I need to clean it with?  I'm not sure how it happens but I always feel like I have to cover a mess, load up the kids, corral the dogs and go to the store.  I get so frustrated!!!!  To help you save time and money here are some handy do it yourself cleaning recipes to try:

Treating those Ear Infections and Swimmers Ear

Okay Moms, it's time we gear up for pool season and the potential ear infection or swimmers ear. I have 2 little one's under 3 so finding a remedy that is safe for them is amazingly important. I managed to find two treatments for ear infections and one can also be used to help prevent swimmers ear in little ones under 3. They aren't 100% cures, but will help in the long run. Remember, I'm not a doctor,just a mom so consult a doctor before using these as I don't know your children or their bodies. I'm just offering these to you as something to ask your doctor about since they seem to help my kids.

Grandwich Giveaway

I love this book so much because it has really helped me be more creative in how I feed my picky eater.  If you have a picky eater and want to try this book out you can enter to win it here!

The mini book of grandwiches review

 As you know, I’m battling a picky eater on my hands.  I have been trying new recipes’ which when they work I post them for you to try and am now turning to books.  Lucky for me this book was offered in exchange for a review.  Here is my most recent attempt at getting a picky eater to eat and a review of the The mini book of grandwiches Book.

Tropical Traditions Giveaway

Brandilyn Carpenter reviewed Tropical Tradition's coconut oil last year. She loved how sweet tasting the coconut oil made her veggies taste. 

St. Patrick’s Day Fun for the Entire Family by Megan Gates

Fun ideas for children on St. Patrick’s Day can included making crafts, playing games, and even having a St. Patrick’s Day themed party. Some crafts a child can make on St. Patrick’s Day can include making a leprechaun hat. It can be made with items such as green construction paper, felt, glitter, and tape. They can also make a St. Patrick’s Day flag and decorate it with rainbows, a pot of gold, and shamrocks. They can incorporate phrases such as Happy St. Patrick’s Day or Luck of the Irish.

Why Not Nacho's?

As many of you know I have been struggling with a 2 year old that pretty much has herself on the Atkins’s diet plus, chips, and after a recent grandparent visit fishes (those cheddar crackers).  So, I’ve been searching for ways to get more healthy proteins, veggies, and food groups in her.  I came up with an idea yesterday after being asked for the billionth time “chips?” and not looking forward to that nights round of dietary debates.