Food For A Kid’s Party
Kid's party food can be tricky...children can be notoriously picky eaters, and sometimes the occasion calls for more than just a few pizzas (although,...
DIY Jewelry to Spice Up Your Fall Look
Its that time of year again; summer clothes are put away, while chunky sweaters, leggings and boots come out to play. What better way to...
DIY Halloween Candle Holders
Got baby food jars on hand? Got some colorful tissue paper in the closet? Have you managed to hide at least some of the white...
10 Creative Lunch Recipes to Pack for Work or School
All recipes courtesy of Guiding Stars.
Millions of students, from kindergarten through college-age, are heading or have already headed back to school, and parents are...
How To Make Jiaozi: Savory Asian Dumplings in 4 Easy Steps
Asian dumplings are always a savory choice when it comes to choosing something to eat. Choosing Jiaozi means not only choosing a delicious treat...
Important Reasons to Switch to Meat Alternatives
It seems like everywhere you look, there are meat alternatives to be discovered. From the Impossible Burger to Beyond meat, the world seems to...
How to Create a Minimalist Wardrobe as a Military Family
Marie Kondo has made the minimalist lifestyle hip. From her book to her Netflix show, people across the world and working on limiting clutter...
Fire-Roasted Jalapeño Guacamole
With summer cookouts and picnics in full swing, you might find yourself looking for something different to bring to the table. If macaroni salad,...
Disaster Prep: 8 Things to Have on Hand
You’ve lived many places. You’ve conquered many things. But, if you’re living in the projected path of a storm (last year Florence, this year...
How to Mix the Perfect Honey Lavender Martini
Sweet and tangy, mild yet powerful. Just like you or a milspouse you know! If you like to hide the taste of vodka in...
SPOOKY SPAGHETTI: 2 HEALTHY HALLOWEEN DINNER IDEAS
With Halloween right around the corner, dinner ideas might be the last thing on your mind. With last minute costume alterations, stocking up on...
Top 5 Best Grocery Delivery Services: A Comprehensive List
Most parents dream of pushing the easy button vs. performing the mundane household tasks - grocery shopping included. Fortunately, there are a number...
Got Horrible Home Cleaning Habits? Here Are 10 Easy Ways To...
Home cleaning chores are not fun. Period -unless you are just one of those folks who genuinely love cleaning... bow down and honor to...
DIY Homemade Holiday Jewelry
The holiday season is here! For many that means cold, wintery weather and long afternoons inside. With children on their winter breaks there will be...
Why You Should Create An Enchanting Children’s Garden This Spring
Winter is finally starting to melt away, and we can feel the warmth of the sun in our pink cheeks. Springtime is a season...
One Pot Meals: Getting Rid Of Leftovers The Kids Won’t Eat
There’s nothing more rewarding for a mom than getting rid of leftovers without having to throw them out. Well, okay, of course, there are...
5 Things You Need To Know About Cooking With Cast Iron...
Cooking with cast iron cookware isn't just for cowboys. In fact, cast iron cookware got its start in China, believe it or not. Cast...
DIY Valentine’s Day Decor
We know craft stores and home good stores sell plenty of Valentine's Day swag. And we know that Pinterest is chock full of awesome...
Decorating for Fall
It's officially fall! The weather is getting cooler (for most of us) and we're enjoying all the fun family fall activities like apple picking...
Fermenting: Benefits and Recipes
Fermenting is a simple way to implement remarkable nutrition into one's diet. Fermented foods, such as sauerkraut and kimchi, have been made and consumed...
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
If you love pumpkin, try this recipe for a yummy, fall take on the classic chocolate chip cookie.
Ingredients
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup white sugar
3/4 cup...
Nursery: Save or Splurge?
Photo Credit: The Art of Making a Baby
Where To Save
Furniture
My number one tip would be to buy most of the nursery furniture from somewhere...
How a Memory Foam Mattress Can Help You Sleep and Which...
We all know that sleep is crucial to our health and wellness, but if you are getting the appropriate amount of sleep and are...
The Transformer Couch: An Outstanding Modular Sectional Sofa for Modern Families
If you're like most families, your living room is one of the busiest places in the house. It's where you gather to relax and...
Ways to Live Zero Waste at Home
Having zero waste at home may seem next to impossible, especially when there are often multiple family members you’re trying to get on board....
Dog Walking Provides Wonderful Benefits – Celebrate During the 1st Week...
Dog walking will be extra exciting as you celebrate National Walk Your Dog Week with your favorite furry friend. National Walk Your Dog Week...
8 Whole30 Instant Pot Recipes
Whole30 and the Instant Pot go together like peas and carrots. Which, ironically, are not both Whole30 compliant but are both things you can...
13 HEALTHIER SPOOKY-LICIOUS HALLOWEEN TREATS
Welcome to October – the month chock full of candy, chocolates and marshmallows galore. If it’s a Halloween treat, then no doubt it’s full...
3 Soup Recipes to Keep You Warm Through Winter
It's winter. And, depending on where you're stationed, it is probably cold, or at least colder than you'd like. For example, 60 degrees and...
A Basic Power Tool Set: 3 Important Tools Every Person Needs
Thinking of a power tool set may bring to mind images of a grandfather working on the siding, your own father fussing with the...
Why We Love Our Dogs
No holiday is more pure than National Dog Day (ask any dog lover) as it honors our favorite furry friends. National Dog Day encourages...
Vial of L.I.F.E. (Lifesaving Information for Emergencies)
Have you ever thought about what your child would do in an emergency situation where you or the adult they were with became unconscious...
BACK TO SCHOOL: MEAL PLANNING 101
The lazy days of summer are behind us. Looking ahead, a full schedule looms: school, sports, work, music lessons, homework, performances, field trips, school...
20 Delightful Coffee Recipes To Enjoy This Season
When crisp leaves fall and the cool wind brushes against our cheeks, there is one thing that can soothe us from the inside out:...
15 Summer Snacking Ideas the Whole Family Will Love
The sun is bright, the air is hot, and the children are starving every other minute you finally get a moment to yourself! Don't...
Homemade Coconut Milk
Going to the grocery store to stock up on dairy-alternative milk is a huge expense, as well as a hassle. You can make your...
The History of Fashion Through the Decades: Iconic Fashion Trends and...
Fashion has always been more than just clothing; it's a reflection of society, a "new look" at culture, and the evolving world around us. From...
