Homemade Bird Feeders Ok, I admit I found this green craft idea on Pinterest! But I thought it was really great for my preschooler and oh so easy and quick and fun to go outside and hang on the trees! It's basically self-explanatory so I am just going to add in basic steps. My preschooler loved slathering the peanut butter on the toilet paper rolls! I love finding crafts for kids that are just a little bit messy and also fun for my kids. Step One: Gather your materials - toilet paper rolls - ... Read More about Homemade Bird Feeders with Toilet Paper Rolls
DIY Homemade Yogurt
Have you ever made homemade yogurt? I'm amazed at how crazy easy it is to do and my kids love it. Homemade Yogurt Recently my sister-in-law offered to show me how to make my own yogurt. I knew that my mother-in-law had been doing it for years in Morocco but I never attempted it. I was convinced I needed a fancy yogurt machine, because how could I possibly create edible yogurt by leaving it out for hours on end? It just seemed crazy to me. But, in fact, it's the normal way to do it so ... Read More about DIY Homemade Yogurt
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Strawberry Banana Smoothie with Oatmeal I've been having such a hard time eating during this pregnancy for some reason. It's not like the stereotypical pregnancy where I can and want to eat everything. In fact, nothing is appetizing to me. It is baffling to me, my loved ones and my midwife! Some days it's hard to just remember to eat and drink and on more than one occasion I've been sick at night from not eating right during the day. I know I need to be careful and eat right since my body is ... Read More about Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Best Herbs for a Healthy Heart
In honor of Valentine's Day, I thought it appropriate to share the five best herbs for your healthy heart. Best Herbs for a Healthy Heart 1. Cacao (Theobroma cacao) A natural source of theobromine, long considered a heart tonic and mild stimulant, cacao also contains epicatechin, a flavonol that improves the function of the blood vessels. Of course eating flavonol-rich cacao is not the same–on many levels, alas–as snacking on sugary chocolate bars. Your best bet? Munching on raw cacao ... Read More about Best Herbs for a Healthy Heart
Kids Valentine Mini Matchbook Treat Craft
My four year old and I just finished this easy and fun kids valentine craft for her classmates and teachers and we had so much fun! I am glad I kept things simple so she could help with most of it and they are actually from her and not me! I never was a big Valentine's Day person but now that kids are in the picture, it's just so much fun. Any excuse for treats and festivities makes them so happy and it's hard to resist all the cute craft ideas out there, especially when I can make my own ... Read More about Kids Valentine Mini Matchbook Treat Craft
