One thing I love about age 3 is the sense of magic that the Sugar Snaps have about the world around them. I love all the holidays that have come up because they 'get it' now and are so excited by each celebration. This year, I decided to make a green themed snack for them for St. Patrick's Day. This easy green theme snack could easily … [Read more...]
Slow cooker Apple Granola Oatmeal
The Sugar Snaps love oatmeal. When they ask "what's for breakfast?" and the answer is oatmeal their faces light up. So, I have been experimenting with different ways to make oatmeal. I came up with a super easy recipe that can be made in the slow cooker in only an hour. I am a big fan of tossing ingredients into … [Read more...]
Oatmeal Canister Shaker Drum with Bling
I was inspired by Vivian Kirkfield's book, Show Me How, to have the Sugar Snaps create an oatmeal canister drum. I took her instructions and then added my own spin on it which is something she encourages parents to do. It is fun to gain inspiration and then take off from there using craft materials I have at home. I am sharing her original … [Read more...]
Swiss Cheese Heart–Health Scare Part 3
If you have been following, you know I had a health scare after Christmas where I ended up hospitalized for a few days following a TIA ('mini-stroke'). Next, I found out I have a hole in my heart called a PFO (when the flap that everyone has in utero remains open instead of closing). The next test was a transesophageal echocardiogram where a camera was … [Read more...]
Preschool Giveaway–Including $50 Amazon Gift Card!
I have teamed up with a few blogs to celebrate some changes in the True Aim blog and to bring you a Preschool Prize Pack giveaway. The prize pack includes a $50 Amazon Gift card, True Aim's Preschool Curriculum e-book and the M is for Mouse Reading Game. Head over to True Aim and check out the fun learning activities, simple parenting tips, and kid … [Read more...]