Maple Sweet Potato Oatmeal

Fall has finally arrived!!! I love this season! It was a bit chiller this morning. I didn’t wake up feeling like I was sleep in a sauna. Chilly weather, and early sunsets are a signs that the fall season is coming. The perfect time for this appetizing oatmeal recipe using apples and cinnamon. Sweet Potato … Read moreMaple Sweet Potato Oatmeal

Mango Pineapple Coconut Oatmeal

Happy Hump Day!  It’s day 4 of Oatmeal Week. We are halfway through this series, and I hope you have enjoyed some of the yummy recipes so far. I’m going to be honest and say that I was a bit scared to experiment with this oatmeal recipe today. I sat my ingredients out, and just looked … Read moreMango Pineapple Coconut Oatmeal

Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal

Day 3 of this delightful series!  I’m really enjoying these oatmeal dishes this week! I’m a fan of breakfast. It is the most important meal of my day. I found that, if I take the time to eat a hearty breakfast, like oatmeal, I won’t be digging through my pantry at 10:00am dying to eat anything I … Read moreCinnamon Apple Oatmeal

Strawberries And Cream Oatmeal

Day 2 of the week’s oatmeal series. Today’s oatmeal recipe includes strawberries. One of my favorite fruits. I originally made this oatmeal back in May during National Strawberry Month. However, I never got around to sharing this yummy recipe. I really try to stay on task, and post when I plan to, but sometimes, life takes … Read moreStrawberries And Cream Oatmeal

Banana Nut Blueberry Oatmeal + Introducing Oatmeal Week

I’m excited to bring to you…. Oatmeal Week!! That’s right! A weeks worth of oatmeal recipes from my kitchen to yours! Plus, a few facts about some of the tasty ingredients. Why oatmeal you ask? Where I live in California, there is a shortage of eggs at the moment. Eggs use to cost me about $9.00 for … Read moreBanana Nut Blueberry Oatmeal + Introducing Oatmeal Week

How I Taught My Girls How To Sew

Every summer I plan loads of activities to do with my kids to keep them busy while their are out of school. Whether it’s a craft, a science experiment, or even a field trip to the local museum, I’m always trying to find something for us to do. My boys are older, so they don’t participant … Read moreHow I Taught My Girls How To Sew

Rice And Meat Balls

Rice Balls.  Otherwise know as Arancini. According to wikipedia:  Arancini are stuffed rice balls that are coated with breadcrumbs, and fried. Arancini are usually filled with ragù (meat sauce), tomato sauce, mozzarella, and/or peas. There are a number of local variants that differ in fillings and shape. The name derives from their shape and color, … Read moreRice And Meat Balls

5 Ways To Better Mommy Days

As mothers, we run around trying to balance all that we do. Working, taking care of home, being there for the kids, and give your partner time as well. It can be exhausting for sure. However, it’s important that we first take time to set aside for ourselves. Doing helps us to stay on track. … Read more5 Ways To Better Mommy Days

4 Reasons Why You Should Never Skip Breakfast + New Recipe

Breakfast, the first and most important meal of the day, as well as the most skipped meal of the day. You should never, ever miss having a meal in the morning. Whether you have time for a hot eggs and bacon breakfast, or you are on the go and grab a yogurt and cheese stick … Read more4 Reasons Why You Should Never Skip Breakfast + New Recipe

Sunday SoulDay: Self-Control

Having self-control is not just about controlling your temper. It comes into play in almost every aspect of life. It is the key to many of our human struggles. Our appetites, attitudes, feelings, interactions, relationships, and anything you can think of. We must work to have self-control on a day-to-day bases. It is said to be … Read moreSunday SoulDay: Self-Control