We love to experience our local gardens each season to see what is in bloom and to drink in the fresh air. On this visit, it was a playful performance of cactus flowers. These blooms only last a few days and we were lucky enough to be there at just the right time. It was a celebration of beauty and nature's … [Read more...]
Indoor Fun with Sunglasses
I saw some cute sunglasses at Target for a dollar per pair. I bought some for the babies to use indoors for a change in perspective. I also bought sunglasses online with UV protection and straps to keep them on for when they are outside. I closely supervised the indoor play so they would not poke their eyes. … [Read more...]
Make Cute T-Shirts for your kids…An Appliqué Tutorial
I enjoy making appliqué t-shirts for the babies because they are cute, fast and easy. I can knock them out while the babies are napping. Since the 4th of July is approaching, I wanted to make the babies matching outfits. I will make them shorts, which take a little longer, and matching appliqué t-shirts. What you will … [Read more...]
Book Review and Giveaway–Plantation Brunch
I recently made yet another recipe from the Plantation Brunch cookbook, which is my 'go to' cookbook for breakfast and brunch. I have so much confidence in this cookbook that I will try a new recipe without a trial run when I am entertaining. People who know me well would tell you that I love this cookbook. I … [Read more...]
Picking Strawberries
I had wanted to go berry picking for a while, but Jen's post on Southern Amor, inspired me to do it sooner rather than later. I took each of the babies out into the fields individually for their first berry picking experience. It was wonderful for them to learn firsthand where strawberries come from. Grayson … [Read more...]