Father’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate dad! It doesn’t matter what you decide to do with your Father this year, the most important thing is that you take time out to spend with him. There is no need to break the bank and spend a lot of money on a flashy gift. Spending time…
For a long time when I was a child, I thought I might want to be a naturalist. Or forest ranger. Or maybe an ecologist or zoologist or marine biologist. Whatever it was I ended up doing with my life, I knew I wanted to do something to help save the world and save all…
Whew! Can you believe May is right around the corner? May is one of my favourite months. It’s that time where the reality of spring (and summer being right around the corner) really hits. That being said, around here May usually takes the form of blue skies and sunshine for multiple days in a row…
We love Peeps around my house. And being able to take them and transform them into fun treats and desserts is a happy bonus. These Easter Peeps Pops are easy to make and absolutely delicious. My grandsons just love special Easter treats like these and if they can help me prepare them, all the better….
If you’re looking for a delicious & nutrient-packed crunchy snack, you’re in the right place. These kale chips are so versatile and can be topped with many different seasoning mixes. Or serve them alongside a tasty dipping sauce. Yum! I love a good savory snack. Give me the choice between sweet and savory, 9 times…
One of my favorite Easter memories from childhood was gathering in the kitchen as a family to dye Easter eggs. These are simple but effective methods for dyeing eggs using alternative natural materials as dyes. Natural egg dyes are fun to experiment with and non-toxic. It’s best to begin by making sure that the outsides…
When I was teaching Kindergarten, every year at Christmas time we would make “gingerbread” houses out of graham crackers. One year I was trying to come up with a fun idea for Easter and that’s how this Graham Cracker Peeps House was born. It’s an adorable way for kids to make an edible Easter decoration…
It’s recommended that infants spend a portion of their time when they are awake on their stomachs while you supervise them. This “tummy time” is critical for developing strong shoulder and neck muscles they’ll need to support their heads and develop skills for crawling, walking, sitting up, and more. It can be challenging for parents…
Have you ever packed away your cozy winter clothes or flannel bedding only to discover moth damage when you pull them out again? It’s the worst! While mothballs used to be the go-to solution for many households (I remember that overpowering smell from my aunt’s linen closet!), they come with serious downsides, including toxic fumes…
When you wear your favorite sneakers day in and day out, they will experience wear and tear. Extend the life of your kicks with our smart and practical tips.