Tag: how-to

How to Make Cute and Easy Burp Cloths in an Afternoon

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As a crafty mom, I can’t always carve out big or ongoing chunks of time to work on a creative project. That’s just a...

Try This Fun Fall Party Idea: Host a Soup Swap!

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Last weekend I attended a VERY FUN party at the home of my friend Lindsey Litton. It was the perfect kickoff to fall and...

Lice Happens: It is Easier to Treat Than You May Think

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The day has arrived. You get the dreaded notice from daycare or school that someone has lice. ACK!  Before you shave everyone's head, burn down...

Processing Grief and Death: Saying Goodbye to Our Family Pet

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One year ago, our family pet–our cat, Tommy–died. He got really sick, really quickly, and it was completely unexpected. We had adopted him from...

How to Freeze and Enjoy Iowa Sweet Corn ALL YEAR LONG!...

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We all know Iowa sweet corn is the BEST sweet corn! Since you can only get it for a couple of weeks each year,...

How to Throw a Mediocre Birthday Party

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I pride myself on being a mediocre parent. Maybe it’s my age. I had my daughter when I was of advanced maternal age. Maybe...

Create This Family Calendar and Save Your Life

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As moms, we have the weight of the world on our shoulders. We manage the household, our kids' activities, and run all the errands....

Mardi Gras with Kids: How to Throw a (G-Rated) Mardi Gras...

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I don't know how this year is going for you, but it hasn't been too great over here. There's been plenty of illnesses and...

How to Help Your Child Audition for a Play: 7 Tips...

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Has your child dreamed of treading the boards? Maybe he saw one of the recent productions of Charlie Brown Christmas and wished to be...

I Can, Can You Can? A Beginner’s Guide to Water Bath...

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The end of summer is a rough time of year for me. It’s a shame really, because it is one of the most beautiful,...