Monthly Archives: April 2013

May Day Seed Packets and Printable

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Megan

I admit, today’s post is a little juvenile…but I couldn’t resist.  Every time I hear the “April showers bring May flowers” poem begin, all I can think of is this joke.  I’m pretty sure I first heard it in elementary … Continue reading →

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April Books of the Month

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Megan

With all these April showers (of snow), you’d think I would have done nothing but read this month. Then my kids had Spring Break and expected to be entertained, and Princess Thundercloud celebrated her 5th birthday (and celebrated and celebrated). … Continue reading →

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Teriyaki Turkey Lettuce Wraps and a Menu

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Megan

Why do I forget how easy (not to mention tasty) Lettuce Wraps are?  Until I go to P.F. Chang’s and am reminded, that is. I always order the tofu ones in restaurants, but at home, I make them with ground … Continue reading →

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Easy Birds’ Nest Birthstone Necklace

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Megan

I did mention I’ve been on a jewelry-making kick lately, right?  Well, today I’m sharing one of my favorites…a Birds’ Nest Birthstone Necklace.  If you’re my mother-in-law or sister-in-law, you might want to stop reading right now and just be … Continue reading →

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My Line in the Sand…Healthier Birthday Treats

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Megan

Yep, I’m climbing up on my soapbox yet again!  I recently read an article (by Yoni Freedhoff, MD) about all the excess sugar our children are given at school or other activities. It added up to about 600 extra calories … Continue reading →

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Lemon Curd and Meringue Daisies

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Megan

You know, it seems to me that anything that tastes as divine as lemon curd should have been given a prettier name. But, it is what it is. A rose by any other name, I guess. There is just something … Continue reading →

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Personalized Coffee Cup Notecards

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Megan

Still looking for that perfect Mother’s Day gift (that won’t break the bank, is a bit handmade, and fits anyone)?  I think these notecards just might be it! All you need is a copy of Photoshop Elements (and you can … Continue reading →

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PB Banana Honey Grahams and a Menu

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Megan

This week, I’m mixing it up a little…with the menu we have for breakfast rather than our suppers. I know lots of kids eat cereal every morning and are fine with that, but mine just aren’t.  They have cereal on … Continue reading →

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A Couple of Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Megan

I’m really not going to be an over-achieving, Pinterest-perusing, craftaholic mom this year for Teacher Appreciation Week. I did that last year (you can see the post here) but I’m attempting to simplify this year! I haven’t completely decided what … Continue reading →

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Spring Welcome Tile

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Megan

Sunday morning, the chirping of birds woke me at sunrise. I slipped out of bed and down the stairs, hoping to have a peaceful cup of coffee before the rest of the family awoke. As I came down the stairs, … Continue reading →

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