I’m crazy. No–more like insane, better yet, a brick shy. After a ton of prayer and soul searching, I decided to re-enter the ranks of college peeps alongside my husband. Did I mention we have three kids in school too? Yeah–like I said, I must be nuts. But in order to do the school thing, I realized I needed to be somewhat organized which includes my biggest job as a mama (and yours too) nourishing my family. Today I’m sharing 18 freezer friendly recipes AND 20 lunch box ideas. If your family has allergies or is on a tight budget, …
Gathering in with Those You Love
Today, we have the privilege of having a sweet sister in Christ, LeAnn Rice share about the beauty and joy of gathering with those you love. Her new book, The Loving Kitchen has just been released and it’s a MUST HAVE for every woman who longs for her home to be the place where memories are made and her children will linger even when they are adults. By: LeAnn Rice No matter what you’ve done for yourself or for humanity, if you can’t look back on having given love and attention to your own family, what have you really accomplished? …
Freezer Waffle Recipes (plus other freeze ahead breakfast ideas)
Mornings… SIGH. I am so not a morning person, I used to be before I had kids. This means I’m not exactly awake in the mornings, not to mention the challenge to get everyone out the door (on time!) to work and school makes for an interesting morning. This means I need to find ways to save time and still serve my kids a healthy breakfast. Freezer waffles are the perfect solution. You can make large batches ahead of time. Then in the morning, grab the desired amount of waffles and place in your toaster or oven. Viola! Breakfast is …
Juicing Once a Day for a Healthier Me & for Healthier Kids
I LOVE food! All food! Well, almost ALL food. But the older I get the more my food shows up on my hips, my thighs, and unfortunately all that yummy stuff affects my heart and my health. When I was younger, I could eat what I wanted and then just watch my intake for a few days and lose the weight I had gained. But those days are LONG GONE and my body is now in need of a little makeover. Okay…so a big makeover. And it’s not about my weight…it’s about my health. So, I started juicing. At first, …
Homemade Baby Wipes
But if we confess our sins to Him, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all wickedness. 1 John 1:9 NLT Fifteen years ago our family started using this effortless recipe to clean everything from sweet bottoms to the top of the bathroom sink. Start using these homemade baby wipes today and save money for years to come! What homemade helpers do you use on a daily basis? We would love to learn from you! In Christ alone, Tara Dovenbarger
Fabulous French Dip
Need something different and oh-so-easy for your next family meal? Give this one a try! These warm, french dip sandwiches promise to fill up tummies and please even the pickiest eater at your table. Jesus said, “Be dressed for service and keep your lamps burning, as though you were waiting for your master to return from the wedding feast. Then you will be ready to open the door and let him in the moment he arrives and knocks. The servants who are ready and waiting for his return will be rewarded. I tell you the truth, he …
Heavenly Apple Butter
Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered Himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God. -Ephesians 5:2 NLT Stress is stacked higher than pancakes around our kitchen table. Algebra, latin, world history books, blended alongside crayons and nursery rhymes, all hovered by anxious faces. The first few weeks of school are oftentimes the most daunting for the entire family. We hope this recipe will overflow your home with the delightful aroma of fall, comfort all the anxious school tummies, and help mom…relax! How …
Freezer Tips: Freezing Eggs, Milk and More
Written by Heather Riggleman, Author of Mama Needs a Time Out Okay, I’m not one to spend much time in the kitchen but since we’ve started a journey towards eating a whole foods, plant based diet–let’s just say I’m in the kitchen A LOT more than I’d like to be. But fear not, I’m not going to ask you to join me in this diet but rather I’m going to give you tips to save time and money on your budget, especially since the school season is just around the corner. This means, you’ll be driving your swagger wagon to …
Icy Pop Fun
Wow! June is already here! Our gift to you today is an easy, fun summer project you can do with the kiddos! Beat the heat with these easy, inexpensive and oh-so-tasty ice pops! Jello makes these cool treats less drippy. Let us know what you think! Ingredients 1 unsweetened Kool-aid packet, 1 (3 ounce package) fruit flavored Jell-O mix 1 cup white sugar (reduce if needed for taste), 1 cup boiling water 22 paper drinking cups (3 ounce), 22 craft sticks Directions In a large drink pitcher combine jello, Kool-aid, sugar and boiling water. Stir until dissolved. …
Playdough
Out of playdough? No problem! Here is an easy, fun recipe the kids can help with! Make sure to keep this one handy! 1-cup salt, 2-cups flour, 2-cups water, 1/4-cup vegetable oil, 1-tablespoon cream of tartar Place ingredients in pan, add your favorite food coloring, stir over low heat until dough is not sticky, looks and feels like playdough. Enjoy playing with your kids! Isaiah 64:8 But now, O Lord, You are our Father, we are the clay, and You our potter; and all of us are the work of your hand. Enjoy your weekend! Tara Dovenbarger, …