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Lindsay — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:17:52 +0000

As a homeschooling parent I am always looking for fun ways to teach my children. I love to use a combination of things such as hands on learning, interactive learning as well as traditional school settings. I check out new websites for the kids all the time. One website I have recently checked out [...]

BOOK IT!! Reading Program

Lindsay — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:46:15 +0000

This year we will be entering our 2nd year of homeschool. I was sent a program to help encourage reading. It is sponsored by Pizza Hut and called BOOK IT! Your child can earn a pizza a month through the school year for logging their reading hours! Click here to register [...]

Flavored With Other Natural Flavors = STAY AWAY!!!!

Lindsay — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:31:39 +0000

I always, Always, ALWAYS check product labels before purchasing any items at the grocery store! One ingredient that I see quite often is “natural flavors.” Here is the definition of natural flavors that I found on Wikipedia:

The U.S. Code of Federal Regulations describes a “natural flavorant” as:

the essential oil, [...]

The Daily Pin: DIY Nontoxic Jewelry Cleaner

Lindsay — Fri, 10 May 2013 11:20:41 +0000

Check out my post today over on The Daily Pin. I am reviewing a DIY Nontoxic Jewelry Cleaner!!

My wedding ring before I used the Jewelry Cleaner:

Here is my wedding ring after I used the cleaner:

Be sure to check out my entire review as well as [...]

Stripping Cloth Diapers!

Lindsay — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:49:06 +0000

I wanted to share my method of stripping cloth diapers! I have used this method since I have been using cloth diapers for well over 2 years. Proper care of cloth diapers extends their life. I have also found that many people love cloth diapers at first, but quickly begin to hate them [...]

Space Day Free Family Event: May 18th

Lindsay — Fri, 03 May 2013 12:13:05 +0000

Here is a great event coming up on May 18th that is FREE for the family! We can’t wait to check it out!! Ispace offers programs for all ages for school age children ( public school, private schools, and homeschools!) Be sure to visit their website for more information on Space [...]

Dandelion Infused Oil

Lindsay — Thu, 02 May 2013 14:19:39 +0000

Yesterday the kids and I went dandelion picking. After posting on facebook that I was looking for un-sprayed dandelions a friend responded that we could pick in her yard. I got the kidlets dressed and loaded in the car. As we were pulling up to my friends house we discovered her lawn service [...]

Ultimate Homemakers Bundle!

Lindsay — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:46:13 +0000

I can’t get over how excited I am about this e-book bundle!! 97 eBooks and eCourses, $140 in freebies a $780 value for only $29.97 Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and we are on a tight budget this year. What could be better than getting 97 gifts for Mother’s Day! Click here to visit [...]

Abbie Roger Photography!

Lindsay — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:11:05 +0000

Ever thought of having your birth photographed? Abbie Rogers takes amazing birth photos! Abbie did my pictures of my birth with Kymber back in December. ( You can check out those photos here) I honestly look at these pictures a [...]

Lunch On the Go!

Lindsay — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:04:37 +0000

I have found the best way to avoid topping to pick up unhealthy fast food is to make sure you always pack a lunch! I always have the kids boxes packed when we are going out, even if it only to swim class.

By having the kids boxes packed we are:

Avoiding unnecessary [...]