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Easy and Cheap Science Birthday Party: A Complete Guide

Although a while back, I swore off a Pinterest birthday party for my kids, here I am. I found a pocket of creative time this past year and dove head-first into my 7-year-old son’s request for a...

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Reusable Freezer Bags: Our Top Pick

After making thousands of freezer meals over the years, we have finally landed on some of the best reusable freezer bags on the market. Read our thorough review plus our tips and tricks for how to...

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10+ Lazy Summer Dinner Ideas

Browse through handpicked ideas of our lazy summer dinner ideas. Recipes that work great for when you don’t feel like cooking! There are a few reasons why you are here: It’s too hot outside to even...

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Cheddar Biscuits

These delicious homemade cheddar biscuits are a crowd-pleasing side dish. They come together fast and can be frozen for later. My kids described them as a “baked grilled cheese!” Ingredients in...

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Top Prime Day Picks (2022)

After spending WAY too much time on Amazon today, here are the best deals worth browsing in our humble opinion… P.S. These items sell out quickly. We’ll try to update regularly so keep checking back!...

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20+ Freezer Meals to Take on Vacation

Ready to save money and time in the kitchen while on vacation? Freezer meals are the answer! I’ve rounded up the best freezer meals to take on vacation, as well as expert tips for prepping and...

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Black Friday Deals

I LOVE deal hunting. I love that I can help those who DON’T love deal hunting. Here is a great round-up of all of the Black Friday deals organized by age group. As you know, these deals change FAST so...

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7 Hy-Vee Hacks Every Parent Should Know

Sponsored by Hy-Vee (Columbia) Many years ago when I started having children, I quickly realized that grocery shopping with small people in tow can be a nightmare. I knew I had to hit a small window...

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How Long to Cook a Frozen Pork Roast in the Instant Pot

Ever forgotten to thaw your pork shoulder for cooking and found yourself in a time crunch? We’ve certainly been there! Luckily with the use of an Instant Pot, you can safely cook meat in the frozen...

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Best Teen Bibles

What are the best teen Bibles? After years of working in youth ministry and parenting teens ourselves, we have narrowed down what we think are some of the top Bibles for teen girls and boys. With our...

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Shrimp Curry Bowls

Oh Shrimp Curry Bowls, how I love thee! Not only do you satisfy adult palates with your complex, fresh-tasting Thai-inspired ingredients, but even picky kids go for your sweet-savory sauce over...

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Is Flaxseed Good for You?

Is flaxseed good for you? Heck ya! Is it easy to get more flaxseed into your diet? Heck ya! I hope this post helps you to add a little flax into your life. Your body will thank you. What is Flaxseed?...

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Our Family Vacation to Estes Park: Recommendations and Lessons I Learned

We just returned from the best family vacation we’ve had to date: Estes Park, Colorado! Have you been yet? Along with four other families (24 total people!), we stayed 7 nights and filled our days...

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How to Get a Hummingbird Out of a Garage

A simple trick on how to get a hummingbird out of a garage. It really works! (See the comments for proof!) Guest post and photography by Curt Casteel (Rachel’s Dad) Every summer a strange phenomenon...

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Pique Tea: My Honest Review

I’ve always wanted to be a tea drinker. I’ve even bought cute tea pots in an effort to motivate myself to dabble and experiment with different flavors, leaves, and brewing methods. However, I never...

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DIY Drano for Toilets

It worked! This all-natural DIY Drano for toilets really worked.  Not just once, but it did the trick several different times on my completely clogged toilet. (Yes, we have really crappy toilets–no...

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Instant Pot Baked Potatoes

Get ready to make the fluffiest and most delicious Instant Pot Baked Potatoes! This hassle-free cooking method results in spuds that are perfectly tender on the inside and done in less time than...

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4 Easy Ways Your Family Can Focus on Jesus this Christmas Season

“In a culture that uses this season to get children to dream about how their lives would be made better by possessing a certain material thing, where Christmas has been reduced to a shopper’s...

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EASY Valentine Craft Idea for Toddlers and Kids

I’ve got a pretty simple Valentine’s Day craft idea for you today. My two-year easily did this with enthusiasm (for about 5 minutes) but it was enough to get it done! It takes very little prep and...

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Truth for Trials: Printable Verse Cards

These 25 printable Bible verse cards will remind you of the hope and comfort that God offers us, especially in the midst of hardship and brokenness. Post them around your home, in the car or at work...

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On the Job Meditations: 25 Encouraging Bible Verse Cards for Moms

Just one minute of looking up instead of down–at the dirty floors or a crabby kid–can change your whole perspective as a mom. When you meditate on biblical truth throughout the day–whether it’s in the...

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20+ Summer Boredom Busters (Screen-Free!)

Home with kids and in need of screen-free activity ideas? We’ve got you covered. This list of 20 summer boredom busters will keep kids of all ages busy in a meaningful and fun way. Before you jot down...

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My Journey Towards Healthier Living

Like many, my journey towards healthier living has been just that: a journey. It’s one that I’m still on. It’s been full of ups and downs, inflating and deflating (thanks, three kids!), seasons of...

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Homemade Sandwich Bread Recipe

A step-by-step tutorial to make the tastiest homemade sandwich bread you’ve ever had! Anyone can make it using this guide and recipe. I’ve always been afraid of the fickle beast. That’s what my...

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