Happy Trees and Bob Ross BINGO

I cannot believe that anyone in their right mind doesn't love Bob Ross and if anyone tells me that they don't even know who Bob Ross is, I think they've been living under a rock. Even people in the 20's must know who he is and if they truly don't, it is a travesty. Yes, a travesty, I tell you. Happy trees and happy squirrels. When I was a kid, my mom bought me an official Bob Ross paint kit that contained all his special paint colors and brushes.

Am Thankful for My Husband: 13 Reasons Why I Have an Awesome Marriage

Happy Thankful Thursday This is not going to be a cliche I love my husband kind of post. This is going to be an introspective on the fundamentals of a great relationship. I recently read a post entitled Happily Married Is My Reality And I Won't Apologize for That. The author was promoting her new book, Happy Wives Club One Woman's Worldwide Search for the Secrets of a Great Marriage.

Superbook ~ Bible Stories Brought to Life {Review}

**By publishing this post, I received free products as part of a promotional program with MomSelect. All opinions are my own. As I mentioned at the beginning of the month, our family was super excited to learn that Superbook was going to be televised on national television this summer For those who missed it, Superbook is a television series that delivers exciting Bible stories kids will enjoy watching again and again.

Diy Essential Oil Glow Serum

I've got some seriously combo skin on my face. Sometimes it's oily, sometimes it's so dry it actually takes an exfoliant to get rid of dead skin (that looks sooooo sexy let me tell you). In some cases, the oily spots are also the dry spots it's a mess. I've struggled over the years to find good (affordable) skincare products that really keep my face glowing and smooth, and I know I can't be alone.

How to use a pom-pom reward system that will actually work

Years ago we tried a sticker job chart. After a few weeks, it was way more maintenance for me than it did any good for the kids. I thought maybe the problem was the stickers so I tried a magnetic job chart. No surprise I had a hard time keeping the kids interest in it past a few weeks. Once again, it was way more work for me just one more thing to nag them about. Finally we discovered a reward system that has held strong for OVER a year I know, I can hardly believe it.

Reading Around the USA: 50 Books for Kids from 50 States

Alabama My Name Is America The Journal Of Biddy Owens, Birmingham, Alabama, 1948Biddy Owens is the batboy for the Birmingham Black Barons, one of the best teams in the Negro Leagues. With a supporting cast of characters that includes some of the greatest players ever, Biddy s story covers the games, the grueling road trips, racial segregation, and day-to-day life in Birmingham during this pivotal time in American history.

Mothering As A Holding Environment For The Child

To this point we have dealt with attainment of maternal role during pregnancy and the first year of life. Mercer's (1985,1986) work embraces the first year of the child's life, yet it deals primarily with the mother's own perception of her role, how well she fulfills it, and how satisfying it is to her. The next step is to explore what it is that mothers actually do with children. We focus on mothers because in our experience, we have found that, in the vast majority of cultures around the...

Why You Need Jumper Cables & How To Use Them-with printable

I linked to an article yesterday on my facebook page, with a bunch of car hacks. One of those great ideas was a printable tag with instructions to keep with your jumper cables in your car. A reader alerted me to the fact that it wasn't working, so I decided to create one for you all. But first You do have a set of jumper cables in your car, don't you If not, you should it's a 10 investment that I think every vehicle owner should make.

Here's An Easy and Delicious Way to Cook Frozen Scallops

Always fancied those gorgeously browned scallops in your favorite restaurant and secretly desired to achieve that at home, without spending a bomb Here's an easy fail-proof guide to achieving the cookbook perfect pan-seared scallops in your kitchen. As difficult and complicated you may anticipate, the method for achieving the perfectly crisp, juicy, and tender scallops is super easy.

Get Your Kids To Eat Lettuce - Lettuce Recipes For Kids

Lettuce may not be the most exciting vegetable, but its usually fairly easy to get your kids to eat lettuce. Best of all, there's so much you can do with it. Whether you're making a quick bread free sandwich or a delicious salad, chances are your kids will eat it. If you're out of ideas for how to serve lettuce, here are some awesome lettuce recipes for kids. LETTUCE RECIPES FOR KIDSAsian Lettuce Wraps Do your kids love Chinese food These Asian Lettuce Wraps are sure to be a big hit.

5 Fruits To Eat During Pregnancy

Diet is an essential part of pregnancy and pregnant women should think twice before eating anything. This is to ensure protection of both the mother and the growing baby in the womb. Incorporating fruit into the pregnancy diet is a healthy and delicious way to boost nutrient intake, while aiding the growth and development of the baby. It is recommended by the USDA that pregnant women should consume 2 cups of fruit daily.

Why I Don't Sell Young Living Essential Oils

I owe you all a bit of an explanation. Last June, I let you know through my facebook page that I had signed up to sell Young Living essential oils, and then you never heard anything else about it. A few of you have asked me about it, so I felt that I couldn't postpone my explanation anymore. The truth is, you haven't heard anything else about Young Living from me because I can't, in good conscience, recommend them as a company. I have put off writing this post for nearly a year.

So your baby chick has pasty butt? Now what?

What the heck is pasty butt If you have experience with chickens you probably already know the answer. For those of you with new baby chicks that have landed here on my post most likely feel the way I felt not too long ago. Our family brought home 6 new baby chicks and one ended up having pasty butt. Pasty butt which has also been referred to pasting up means that the chicks vent hole has been blocked with stool which can be life threatening to chicks.

Why We Homeschool Year-Round

When I was in the 7th grade, I was on the academic team (yes, I was one of those). During one particular tournament I was on the long response team writing a persuasive essay. We didn't get the question until test time, but I remember being thrilled with the topic year round schooling. We had to argue for or against it. Easy peasy, I thought. I had heard about this year-round schooling thing and I was completely against it.

My favorite planner just keeps getting better…

I have been a fan of the Well-planned day planner since my first year of homeschooling. They keep improving it every year and this is the best one yet. You can tell right away that this planner was created by a busy homeschool mom, because Rebecca Scarlata Farris has thought of everything. The Well-Planned Gal provided me with a copy of the planner for my use and evaluation. All thoughts opinions are my own.

Homeschool Review: The Well-planned Day Planner

NOTE Today ONLY (through midnight 7 12), Home Educating Family is offering an amazing deal A 1-year subscription, FREE for new subscribers Simply enter code freemagazine at checkout Get it here. Note Home Educating Family generously provided me with a well-planned day planner to try out, and one to give away to one of my readers. This post also contains affiliate links. Thank you for supporting Serving Joyfully I'm SO excited about today's post I'm a bit of a nerd and I love planners.

How to Plan Your Homeschool Calendar

A couple of years ago, I wrote a post about how I plan our homeschool year as an eclectic homeschooler. We don't use a box curriculum, so I shared in that post how I plan for our curriculum. In that post, I mentioned that a part of my planning is to sketch out a calendar. Many of you have asked for more specifics about creating the actual calendar, so today I wanted to share how I go about that. I always use my Well Planned Day planner to schedule our school year.

Who owns organic food and does it even matter?

This article contains affiliate links, click here for my full disclosure policy When you buy organic products, it's nice to think that you're buying your food from independent, maybe family-owned, or owner-owned organic businesses. Unfortunately, this is far from true. Actual independent organic food companies are almost unheard of in 2018. A little history of who owns organicDr.

How Much Will The Mother Of The Bride Dress Cost?

Weddings are notorious for cost blowouts, and this doesn't stop at items such as wedding dresses, the reception, or honeymoon costs. Mother of the bride dresses can be another expensive item on a wedding list, so it's important to do a little research about how much they should cost. Setting a budget or limit for mother of the bride dresses doesn't sound very exciting, but smashing through a card limit and causing stress is what will matter in the long run.

8 Reasons to Avoid Sleep Training Your Baby

Even the most patient, connected, attached parents can reach the point when they are ready to hurl themselves out of the window from sheer sleep-deprivation-induced insanity. Anybody who has me on their facebook friends list will know that recently I have been dealing with some serious nightwaking, and I admit that at times (always at 3am after the 6273647626th waking of the night) I have wondered whether I could continue in my efforts to never let my baby cry it out.

ERP Studies of Rearing in Atypical Environments

In this section, we review studies that have utilized ERPs to examine the effects of rearing in atypical emotional environments. The first investigations to be reviewed were carried out by Parker, Nelson, and their colleagues in the Bucharest Early Intervention Project Core Group Parker amp Nelson, 2005a, 2005b . These investigators conducted two studies with two groups of Romanian youngsters one group was institutionalized and the other had never experienced institutional care. The researchers...

Doctor Who Bookcase in 7 Easy Steps

I am all for DIY and especially all for Doctor Who and other sci-fi shows. One day, I saw this really cool Doctor Who bookshelf that is only sold in the UK and I immediately remarked, I can make that And I did With a little imagination, you can turn any bookcase into a dream bookcase for your child. Now this bookcase is a dream for my son, because it houses all of his Narnia, Doctor Who, LEGO, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Star Trek, and Harry Potter books. A geekcase.

Teaching Language Arts With LEGO

Legos can play a HUGE part in your homeschool curriculum, especially your language arts curriculum. We came up with so many creative and fun ways to use Legos to teach language arts that I have to break this post into two Be sure to check back next Tuesday for part 2. Spelling With Lego Bricks Learning to spell probably ranks second, behind reading, as the most important language arts skill.

Twas the month after Christmas... humorous poem

Twas the month after Christmas, And all through the house, Nothing would fit me, Not even a blouse. The cookies I'd nibbled, And the chocolate I'd taste At the holiday parties Had gone to my waist. When I got on the scales There arose such a number When I walked to the store (less a walk than a lumber), I'd remember the marvellous meals I'd prepared The gravies and sauces and beef nicely rared, The wine and the rum balls, the bread and the cheese And the way I never said, No thank you, please.

Baby Refusing Bottle – Dealing with Bottle Refusal

Bottle refusal is exactly what it says on the tin a breastfed baby refusing a bottle. As you can imagine, gently putting an end to bottle refusal is not always an easy task. Of course, in a perfect world, we wouldn't ever have to worry about trying to persuade our breastfed babies to take a bottle (mostly because we worry about damaging the nursing relationship ) but unfortunately, many mothers are forced to return to work a short while after giving birth.

Life Simplified Resource List

Disclosure Some of these books were provided to me for review. This post may contain affiliate links. I'm excited today to be able to share some resources for the Life Simplified Project. Some of these are on my personal reading list for the project, and some are simply recommendations that you may find helpful.

Chunky fingerless gloves free crochet pattern

It's finally cold I know, I know, that sounds strange. Why are you excited about it being cold outside, Jessica, you ask Well, because I can finally start crocheting myself all the warm things . No one wants to crochet when it's 97 degrees outside, man. Having a warm cuddly pile of yarn on your lap while you sip coffee in the morning Yes please Anyways enough waxing poetic about yarn, it's besides the point.

Adding a Tutu to a Onesie

My cousin asked me to add a tutu to a onesie that she has bought for her daughter's first birthday. I wanted to share how I did it with you in case anyone would like to see. Cut a piece of elastic (you choose your size, just don't use elastic that is too wide) that is the same width around as the onesie. If you know the child's exact waist measurement, you could cut it to be waist measurement 1 inch. Sew the piece of elastic together.

Intermittent Fasting & Autophagy Fasting Timeline

Most people know intermittent fasting (IF) as a means to shed off body fat way faster than usual dieting methods. IF indeed is one of the most effective weight-loss strategies, allowing calorie deficit without malnutrition. In my case, I lost 26pounds after only 14 days of fasting, but have also done extensive intermittent fasting.

The Golden Couple - Jaqueline Carvalho and Murilo Endres

The MVP Brazilian volleyball player Jacqueline Carvalho won gold for her country at the 2008 Olympics and also at the 2012 London Olympics. She got my attention when it was mentioned in the commentary as the game went on that her husband, Murilo Endres, was also on the male volleyball team for Brazil. I'm just watching the male volleyball finals for gold and Brazil is leading Russia. All the best to him.

Green Product Review: Three Sisters All-Natural Cereal

Review Summary Not being made with organic ingredients is a huge bummer. That said, this cereal not only was a huge hit taste-wise, but the company has other green perks as well. Product Three Sisters Cereal. We reviewed three of these cereals, including Sweet Wheat, Marshmallow Oaties and Cinnamon Sweets.

The Ultimate Guide To Homeschooling Many

It's commitment and dedication, it's trial and error. Homeschooling many is a whole different creature. There are different learning styles, interests, strengths and weaknesses. We are going to talk about what is most important when homeschooling many children, and some tips for special situations. Combine as much as possibleMy biggest homeschooling mistake ever was buying boxed curriculum for each child for the grade level they were in at the time.

Make Learning FUN this Summer

I'm so excited about this series I shared a few weeks ago about how we homeschool-year round, and some of our reasons for doing this. One of the reasons we homeschool year round is to encourage our kids to retain what they have learned, and to keep them in the habit of learning all year long. I think this is important, whether you actually school year-round or not.

Homeschool Planning

I always scheduled our homeschool pretty rigidly. The problem was, life didn't hold up to the same schedule. Of course, I always have my handy FriXion pen available to erase those lofty goals, but that takes time out of my day to redo them In our fourth year of homeschooling, I am taking a different approach. I am outlining our year but letting the weekly planning take more of a backseat. My basic outline tells me what my goals are, where we need to be, and how much we need to accomplish.

How I Juggle Homeschooling And Working Outside The Home

Homeschooling is a rewarding and amazing experience. It's also demanding. Add working outside of the home to the equation and you have some juggling to do. With six children to care for, here are my top tips for getting it all done. I'll give you a little hint- I don't get it all done, and that is perfectly fine Evaluate Your ScheduleWe homeschool year-round, and we used to keep a four day schedule for schoolwork. While I always loved that schedule, making it work with my job was difficult.

Why I Love the Well-Planned Day Planner

I love it when I can give something back to my wonderful readers, especially when it's one of my favorite products I love using the Well-Plannned Day planner for our homeschool Note I am an affiliate for HEDUA, and they are generously sponsoring the giveaway for this post. I just want to take a few minutes to share with you why I love this planner. (See the 3 simple steps I use to plan our homeschool year.

Checking Our List: Step2 Deluxe Art Master Desk Review

Have you ever bought your child a gift, only to have it break after a week or month of being played with I have I remember getting Kaelyn a birthday present that she was very excited about receiving and it broke that very same day What a disappointment it was for her and us. It's never fun when this happens Thankfully, over the years I've learned the companies I can trust for high quality toys that are made to last for years of fun.

10 Best Anolon Cookware Sets

Anolon cookware sets are synonymous with premium quality, durability, and affordability in the cookery industry. Operational since 1984, this brand has modernized and innovated kitchen appliances, often pioneering the trends in pot and pans. Anolon is known for its product's high quality and many of their products come with a lifetime warranty, which reflects the manufacturer's trust and confidence in their product.

Should You Let Your Kids Watch Scary Movies?

In my house, Halloween is second only to Christmas. My children are still at an age where they want to dress up and trick or treat. They are eight and ten and they love to get a little bit scared sometimes as well. It is all part of the Halloween fun. Many holidays have special movies attached to them as well. Unlike Christmas, with, tales of Santa Claus and reindeer, and Easter, where we learn about a sweet bunny that brings treats, Halloween has movies of a different sort.

The Nichd Interview Protocol

The NICHD protocol begins with an introductory phase that promotes rapport includes a truth and lie ceremony to communicate to children the importance of truth telling and establishes the ground rules for the interview, such as the acceptability of saying I don't know and correcting the interviewer. Children are then asked for information about themselves, their families, and their schools, using open-ended questions. Following this, children are asked to describe two recent experiences e.g.,...

Capacity For Mothering

Others have studied development of the capacity for mothering. Lederman (1984) studied the paradigm shift she claims a woman must make from her perception as woman without child to woman with child. Lederman's (Lederman, Lederman, Workk, and McCann, 1978) original study of women in labor prompted her to do further work on women's adaptation during pregnancy. Finding that there were women who demonstrated behavioral and physiological correlates of stress during labor that prolonged stage two of...

Autism Behavior Solutions - 4 Tips to Solve Hygiene Issues

Many parents find that one of the most challenging aspects of autism behavior is dealing with the issue of personal hygiene. An understanding of how to take care of one's personal hygiene does not come naturally to kids with autism, like it does to typical kids. It can often be a battle to get your kid with autism to brush their teeth, take a bath or shower, and perform other cleanliness related behaviors.

Babywearing: 14 Reasons to Wear Your Baby

Babywearing, a necessity in cultures wherein the mother must return to manual labour almost immediately after the birth of her baby, is becoming more and more popular in the western world. Babywearing is practical, affordable (assuming you don't develop a serious sling addiction ahem), safe and a wonderful way to bond with your baby. I am passionate about babywearing and wanted to put together a list of all the reasons why it rocks my world 1.

Sprout Shell: Chic Infant Carrier Covers Review and Coupon Code

The weather is rather unpredictable here in the Midwest especially during these winter months. One day it can be extremely cold, with temps in the negative digits, and the next it can be near 40 degrees For this reason, we must always be prepared with the proper clothing and accessories to keep our kiddos warm when we're out and about. This can be a bit difficult with a baby. Whenever we're out, we always take Kaden in his infant carrier.

On the Farm Pre-k/K Activity Pack

Since it is our desire to live a simple, more sustainable life, we have been talking a lot about farms lately, and I'm excited to share this farm themed printable pack for pre-k kindergarten learners. I haven't done a full launch of my printables store yet, but I have been quietly adding packs to it in preparation for a unique bundle sale that I will be taking part in soon (you can enter to win 100 toward your bundle purchase here).

Share your Google Play Apps with the Whole Family!

Sharing apps on Android is now easier than ever with Google Play's Family Library. The library allows you to share apps, games, movies, TV shows, and books you've purchased from Google Play with up to five family members for endless fun. On top of being able to buy an item once and share it, Family Library offers a good amount of control and customization so you can bring your family together and add purchases exactly how you want to.

Is Shakeology Safe for Kids?

Thanks to social media we are given peeks into the everyday lives of millions of people. There are about 500,000 beachbody coaches' so a quick hop on Instagram or Facebook and you're bound to see a shako selfie or sweaty workout pic. Harmless. What makes me cringe is when I see coaches letting their little ones drink Shakeoolgy. Is Shakeology safe for kids A few years ago I was a Beachbody coach for a whopping two months. I loved the workouts.

Can Women Propose to Men Without Saying the Words?

A couple of posts by fellow bloggers got me thinking about Leap day and that obscure Irish tradition where a lady can ask a man to marry her on this day that only occurs once every four years. Fragile Looks says she's feeling stressed, and what does the doctor order Get Married As if. As if it's so easy to get married, right I can just imagine a woman walking down the street with a placard around her neck saying, Marry Me , until a man stops her and takes her to the nearest priest or registry.

Easy French Fried Onion Chicken Casserole

I'm always on the look out for new recipes that I think my family will enjoy. I was a little bit skeptical of this one with the French Fried Onions but it was a huge hit. I took the original recipe and made a lot of changes until I found a combo that my family would enjoy. And y'all, it was amazing. This recipe easily goes in our family top 10 favorites ever. It made a ton and we had zero leftovers. Every single person had seconds and I'm pretty sure Ty had thirds.

How to Spot MSG on Food Labels

MSG can impact your body in a variety of ways headaches, flushing, sweating, numbness, chest pain, nausea and more. To help you avoid MSG, I have written this article to show you how to spot MSG on food labels. MSG (Monosodium glutamate) is used as a flavor enhancer. It can be worse for you than nicotine and alcohol when it comes to your health.

Where Does Bullying Take Place

THE CLAIM IS SOMETIMES MADE THAT most bullying takes place on the way to school, not at school. However, research shows that two to three times as many students are bullied at school compared to those who are bullied on the way to school. Approximately 40 to 75 percent of bullying takes place during breaks in the schoolyard, in the corridors, at recess, or in more secluded places, like bathrooms. It can also take place during classes unless the teacher is attentive and cracks down on any...

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Homeschool Record Keeping Made Easy Applecore Review

Disclosure I received a free Gold Plan from Applecore to try out for this review. I was compensated for my time. All opinions are my own. Before we get started with today's post, I have a little confession. I am a bit behind the times when it comes to technology. While I have a lot of it (mostly gifted to me), I am not very good at figuring it out. And in most cases, I still prefer my pen and paper.

Get your kids to do their chores without complaining.

Awesome This mom shares her practical, easy-to-duplicate tips for how she gets her kids to do their chores without complaining--no nagging required 2 seems counter intuitive, but it's so important Chores seems to be a bit of a hot button issue these days. More and more it seems that parents are determined to shield their children from anything that remotely resembles work.

How to make pillowy, soft, home made gnocchi! A picture guide and recipe

This is probably my kids favorite meal, and certainly one of the grown ups' as well. These tiny pillow like balls of of pasta are soft and chewy and perfect with any kind of sauce, or none at all. By far our favorite though, is what my daughter calls 'basil sauce,' or my home made pesto. Apart from being expensive, I love making things myself. There's something immensely satisfying about creating a food from scratch with your own hands.

Schooling Classically, with an Eclectic Twist

In the beginning, I was a Classical Homeschooler. Well, in the very beginning I didn't know what I was, I was just having fun with my preschooler doing crafts, reading stories and filling in workbooks. But when a friend handed me the book, The Well-Trained Mind , that all changed and I decided I was a Classical Homeschooler. I immediately loved everything about the book, what it had to say about learning and teaching, and the curriculum options that it recommended.

How Thomas Jefferson Influenced Our Homeschool

For classical learning I have ever been a zealous advocate. Thomas Jefferson believed in the method of classical education. 2. I cannot live without books. We cannot either. Thus why when asked what method we use, I state literature-rich classical education. Throughout his life, Thomas Jefferson collected thousands of books for his library at Monticello. 3. I make it a rule never to read translations where I can read the original. Thomas Jefferson believed in going straight to the source.

Confessions of a Rubbish Mum

Obviously I do, I mean, they are what inspired me to start my own. I love reading about others' perspectives on matters of family, and following their journeys as they grow. Reading articles and books about gentle parenting fills me with energy and the desire to be a better parent to my own children. But they also make my head spin, and convince me that, no matter what I do, I am going to do my children serious, irreparable emotional damage.

How to Get an NUS Card Without Being a Student legally

How to get an nus card without being a student title imageI really want to share with you today how to get an NUS card without being a student as I've used mine so much this week already. I've had an NUS card every year since 2001 and that is a lot of savings I have made but unbelievably this last year has been the biggest saving for me.

How To: Make Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments

Santa Claus is on his way and it's time to bake some cinnamon applesauce ornaments Yes BAKE ornaments This has become a staple in my Christmas decorating season each year yes, it can take me a whole season to put up four trees, ten wreaths, multiple sets of garland, wall decor, thousands of ornaments and small touches all over I have a problem, I know.

Teaching Our Children To Give Thanks

I shared last week about some of the things we do for Thanksgiving. Mostly, I focused on how we teach the history of Thanksgiving. Obviously, it's important for us to be thankful, but that's not the focus of Thanksgiving for us. For us, Thanksgiving is the day when we celebrate an important aspect of our nation's history. When we remember how the Lord provided for the pilgrims in a pretty amazing way one that only He could have orchestrated.

How to Paint a Front Door Without Removing It

There's something special about homes that have brightly painted doors. It is definitely a statement. It's bold. It's aggressive, and it can definitely work when it has been done properly. However, even though all of these things may just be fantastic, it's not possible to pull that off where I live. There is a homeowners' association that makes sure that any ideas that may be a little too creative, are turned down before they come true.

How To Clean A Straw Bag

Straw, wicker or rattan bags are a summer staple No matter what the current year is, straw, rattan, and wicker bags are always on-trend. It doesn't matter if you spend hundreds of dollars on a brand new designer straw bag, or just a couple bucks on a thrift store find, you want your bag to look good and last as long as possible. But can you clean a straw bag The answer is yes If your straw summer bag needs some TLC, try these tips to help your bag back to its former glory, without damaging it.

Do Nigerian Men Give their Women Oral?

I am tempted to add a Parental Guidance here, but this blog is about life, love and sex for adult women 18+ so no shaking. However, if you are sensitive, you may stop reading now. The question came up as I was discussing the post on 20 signs your man is into you with a friend, and the fact that I, as well as a few of the people who commented, hailed 9 which says that the guy has to be a firm, enthusiastic believer in cunnilingus.

Super Simple DIY Medal and Bib Holder

The week I moved in Travis put together this incredible medal hanger and bib holders for us to use. It's being proudly displayed in his mancave, and this is the first time I've actually had something to hang my medals on I saw various ideas of ways to make one yourself on Pinterest, and after Travis and I talked about what we both wanted it to look like we can up with this super easy design.

How to Get Rid of a Double Chin: Exercises & Fat Removal

Having a double chin and no jawline can have an impact on a person's self-esteem, despite it being a natural phenomenon in our bodies. Nowadays, the V-shaped face (a.k.a. V-line ) is becoming popular, and more and more people are looking for ways to achieve a sharp jawline and sculpted cheeks. Both men and women are opting to undergo expensive surgical or non-invasive fat removal treatment to lose fat under the chin overnight.

Jalapeno Infused Tequila Margarita

In celebration of National Margarita Day we are spicing things up with a jalape o infused tequila margarita that will really heat things up. A holiday I'm surely game for celebrating is National Margarita Day This comes at the perfect time since we've recently perfected our jalape o infused tequila margarita that will really spice things up.

Hidden Gems 2: More SoCal Preschools You May Not Know

Those of us that live in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas know that searching for preschools is a daunting task. Dr. Michelle Nitka, author of Coping With Preschool Panic The Los Angeles Guide To Private Preschools describes the process this way In Los Angeles, choosing a preschool, and being chosen, has come to feel like competitive sport. Parents attack it with the same fervor and intensity as a military general mapping out his next battle plan .

Gluten Free Beef Stew Seasoning Mix

As soon as the weather turns chilly, one of my favorite dishes to make is beef stew in the crockpot. Rather than purchasing the prepackaged seasoning, gather an assortment of items from your pantry and make your own gluten free beef stew seasoning mix. I'm still learning to modify some of my favorite recipes into healthy options that fit my gluten and dairy free dietary needs. Beef stew was a staple throughout the winter months growing up in Wisconsin.

Organize Your Purses, Scarves and More: Pursenal Butler Review

I don't know about you, but I'm always looking for ways to become better organized. With three little ones and the demands of daily life I am still learning to balance it all. In the midst of our busy schedules, I find that our house becomes cluttered rather easily. That's why I try to find ways to make staying organized easier. For instance, the built-in locker cubbies my hubby made for the kids this past summer. It is the perfect place for their jackets, shoes, school bags, etc.

5 Easy Steps to Make Any Dream Come True

What if making ANY dream come true was as simple as completing 5 easy steps Want to make enough money working from home as a writer Want to travel the world Marry John Stamos I'm willing to be any of those things are possible if you stick to my totally un scientific fool-proof 5 step action plan. 1. Commit 100 to your dream, and announce it to others. Decide on a dream and commit to it. Don't half-ass this. You know how many lives you have ONE. You know how quickly it will go by SUPER FAST.

What Causes Couples to Grow Apart?

Last week when I first heard the initial reports of the impending separation of Heidi Klum and Seal, I was so surprised that I had to tweet about it. It wasn't as if they had been married that long, six years plus, but they had always been open about their relationship, renewing their vows regularly, doing stuff together, and popping out children every other year. So it seemed they had been a fixture for a longer time.

Best non-toxic popsicle molds for babies and toddlers

*See the Ultimate Ice Pop Mold Guide for updated baby and kid-friendly molds. We've looked at non-toxic popsicle molds before of course, but most of the ones I posted were for older kids and adults. What most people don't realize is that cute and tiny little ice pops are also great for babies and toddlers, not just older kids. Benefits of ice pops for babies include A tasty and chilly ice pop can help sooth your teething baby's gums.

NoGii Gluten-Free products by Elisabeth Hasselbeck

Are you living a gluten-free life For as long as I can remember I have had stomach issues and a few weeks ago my doctor suggested that I eliminate gluten from my diet to see if I would feel better. I've been learning slowly on exactly how to live gluten-free and was very excited when I learned I would be receiving a large variety of NoGii Gluten-Free products through the Moms Meet program for review.

Shell stitch crochet cowl scarf free crochet pattern

So by now it's no secret that I'm fairly addicted to crocheting during the colder months. If you've been following me in any capacity since October, you've seen me crank out project after project. What can I say Idle hands are the Devil's playground or something, I've never been a person who likes to let my hands be idle. Crocheting is perfect for me, Noah and I can watch a movie and cuddle and I can still be creative It's win-win.

Six Tips for an Eco-friendly & Vegan Easter Celebration

If your family is vegan Easter issues may be on your mind. Easter is so egg-centered Not to mention people plan meals around the cutest critters at Easter time like pigs and lamb. Still, even if you're vegan, vegetarian, or simply want an Easter that's cruelty-free, you can have an awesome time anyhow. Take a look at the tips below. 1) Your kids can still decorate Easter eggs It seems unlikely that vegan kids could decorate eggs, but they totally can, with the cool egg alternative below.

GMO supporters celebrate consumer deception but you can still vote for GMO labeling

Late last night, once 95 of the votes were counted, California voters defeated Proposition 37 (53 -47 ). Prop 37 would have given consumers the right to know if the foods they buy contain GMO. The no side ran a fairly shady campaign which, when combined with the wacky wording of the prop on the ballot, landed them a victory of sorts. But only of sorts. If you're feeling depressed about Prop 37 not passing, below is some good news.

Life in the Rearview Mirror Philippians 3:12-16

Read Philippians 3 12-16 Key Verse One thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3 13-14 Dig Deeper After these words, Paul goes on to say that all who are mature in Christ should have this mindset, and if not, God will reveal it to them.

10 Best Ceramic Frying Pans

As we all know, cooking can be a messy job from time to time, especially if you are using cheap cookware. Sometimes you can find whatever you have been cooking half stuck to the bottom of the pan, usually burned or not cooked properly. If you take pride in your cheffing skills, then this is certainly not ideal. Often, the flavor can suffer due to irregular heating of the pan, and the overall quality of the food will suffer as a result.

The Life-Changing Practice of Intentional Gratitude

In my Homemaker's Quiet Time Journal, I mentioned a daily practice I have of gratitude and thanksgiving, and it's one that I think needs a bit more attention and explanation. Intentional GratitudeThe idea is simple. Everyday, I sit down with my gratitude journal, and list 3 things that I'm thankful for that day. I've been doing this for a few months now, and it has literally changed my perspective, and my life as a result. The thing is, I've always considered myself a thankful person.

7 Ways to Thrive in a Small House

It's been a little over a month since we moved into our new home. We're getting settled in, though we've been so busy with baseball, summer traveling, and regular life stuff that we haven't been able to get to all the little projects we have planned. We're still feeling blessed and excited over this perfect-for-us place. I shared in my earlier post a bit about it that we love it, but it wouldn't be perfect for everybody.

Review: Ellaroo Wrap

Price Ranges from 45 to 55 Pros Affordable, great choice of colours patterns, suitable from birth, multiple carrying positions, well-made Cons Not as comfortable to wear for long periods as the more premium brands Overall Marks 8 10 For the first 6 weeks of Squish's life, he lived in my stretchy Kari-Me wrap. However, very soon he became too heavy for me to lug him around in it all day long. I decided to move to a woven cotton wrap that would offer more support.

DIY Butcher Block Desk

Last week when I shared new images of my desktop organization & notepads, I hinted at showing you my new desk for the home office. I find that I love to have tons of workspace around me and the little white desk I had from Target wasn't cutting it. Not only did I not have much room for my notepads and spreading out my files, but with a 27 iMac you need to create some distance between you and the screen Since I knew that once we moved into the new house and the bright white theme of my home...

DIY Projects Revisited Updates

Over the past 3 1 2 years of blogging I have conquered numerous DIY projects here on Modish & Main. Some of them have moved house to house with us while others will remain a permanent fixture here in our current home. I thought I would go back and share with you some of my favorite projects and how they are holding up today. Let's start with one of my all-time favorites, the DIY toboggan bench.

Saving Money on Kids Clothes: Getting Ready for Back-to-School

My youngest girl, Johanna, in leather Robeez bought for 4 at a swap meet, socks bought on clearance, and borrowed GAP pants. I'm often surprised when people comment on how expensive it is to have kids. Yes, they definitely add to our grocery budget my 5 year old can eat more oatmeal than either of us adults, and my 3 year old ate 10 pancakes for breakfast the other week.

Understanding Milk Supply

Fenugreek for nursing is a popular Google search, and a post I wrote years ago about fenugreek is read daily by someone somewhere in the world. But really what these Moms are seeking is ways of increasing milk supply. I'm a big believer in working to get to the crux of the issue instead of trying to take something to fix it. A solid basis of understanding how breastfeeding works will help Moms to navigate feeding decisions, even before their baby is born.

4 Tips to Help You Accomplish Your Goals

It takes work to accomplish your goals. Whether they're large or small, perseverance is key to achieving them. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed when you're not sure where to begin. A perfect place to start is to focus on your natural habits. What tasks do you naturally gravitate towards What is the most productive part of your day Beginning here and understanding your natural rhythms can make a huge difference.

7 Sleep Tips for Babies and Toddlers

This week is the National Sleep Foundation's Sleep Awareness Week to provide education and to promote the importance of sleep. I will dedicate my posts this week to sleep in babies through teens. I have attended sleep workshops, panel discussions, I've read stacks of books on the topic and I regularly consult with families to identify strategies to improve sleep for the whole family. Sleep is like the coveted Holy Grail of new parenthood.

Paper Piles and Delayed Decision Disorder DDD

As a professional organizer, I work with a lot of clients who struggle with anxiety and a sense of heaviness related to piles of paper. They often feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and out of control. Through the years of purging piles and clearing clutter with my clients, it has become very clear to me that the root cause of this issue is what I have coined as Delayed Decision Disorder (DDD).

Got ADHD? Get Organized.

Heinrich Hoffmann published a story called The Story of Fidgety Philip about a young boy who had trouble sitting still and paying attention. He would likely be diagnosed today as having attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Previously called attention-deficit disorder (ADD), ADHD is a condition marked by inattentiveness, distractability, lateness, and disorganization.