It's always fun to welcome in a new season with a sweet treat! So that's why I was happy to have my mom help the kids make our family favorite: Old Fashioned Gingerbread. This recipe has been with my family for over 40 years. They were originally made by my dad's mom (my grandma). I grew up with these tasty treats and now my children enjoy helping with them as well. Helping = adding the red hots [cinnamon imperials] and eating them! How To Make Old Fashioned Gingerbread Today, I'm … [Read more...]
How To Make An Fun Snowman Handprint Ornament
Do you have a favorite Christmas ornament? The one that just makes you stop and say, "Look everyone, isn't this the cutest?" It just warms your heart and makes you smile. Every year, I love hanging the little handprint ornament I made with my son when he was just 6 months old. Now it's fun to do a craft that they can enjoy as big kids too. Making ornaments is my favorite Christmas craft. I hope you enjoy making this Snowman Hand Print Ornament too! Handprint Snowman Ornament Our secret … [Read more...]
Grandma Camp
Let's hear it for Grandma Camp! All the moms around the world are yelling! ME! Sign my kids up! Do your parents long to get to know your children better? Do you have precious memories of spending time with your grandparents as a child? Then Grandma (or Grandparent) Camp may be for you. Grandma Camp Tips: Get parent approval before you begin planning. Seek out low-cost transportation options if your grandchild lives far away. Figure out your plan (see below) while considering your … [Read more...]
Keepsake Handprint
One of the sweetest keepsakes I have is the handprint of my children. There is just something about their squishy little fingers preserved for a long time. I enjoyed making the little hand and footprints when my kids were under six months. Now it's fun to do a craft that they can enjoy as big kids too. Making ornaments is my favorite Christmas craft, but this would also be an adorable keepsake for Mothers Day. My sweet baby boy's hand when he was just 6 months old. We've had it for … [Read more...]