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Easy S’more Cookie Recipe

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S’more cookie

 

S'more Cookie

Want the taste and smell of camping without all the “adventure”? This Easy S’more Cookie Recipe will have your kids saying “S’MORE” please! Perfect to take with you on a picnic or have ready to eat after the kids go to bed with this Southern Bourbon Peach Tea Recipe

Ingredients 

2 1/4 C flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp kosher salt
1 C unsalted sweet cream butter, softened
3/4 C sugar
3/4 C light brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 eggs
1 C Semi-Sweet Chocolate chunks
2 C, divided Jet-puffed mini marshmallows
1 cookie sheet fitted with parchment paper
12 regular size marshmallows

Chocolate Ganache Ingredients
1 C semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 C heavy whipping cream (chilled)

 

Smore Cookie recipe

 

Directions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees

In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa baking soda and salt and mix with a whisk till combined

Using a standing mixer, cream together the butter, sugar, brown sugar and vanilla until creamy.

Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each egg

Gradually mix in flour mixture.

Stir in chocolate chips and 1 cup of marshmallows .

In a medium bowl, combine the remaining cup of marshmallows and mini chocolate chips

Using a small ice cream scoop, scoop out some dough and roll into a ball

Roll the dough into the chocolate chip and marshmallow mixture to completely coat the dough

Place onto cookie sheet and repeat with 11 more dough balls

Bake for 10 minutes

Set aside to cool

Directions for Chocolate Ganache:

Using a double boiler combine the heavy whipping cream and chocolate chips and melt on medium heat.

Using a whisk, gradually mix the chocolate ganache until melted.

The ganache will start to become slightly thick.

Let the ganache cool to room temperature.

Scoop the ganache into a piping bag.

Pair up the cookies to their size partner

Place a marshmallow onto the bottom of the bottom cookie

Using a Flame torch or your oven on high broil for 1 minute and toast the marshmallow

Drizzle the chocolate ganache onto the bottom of the top cookies and sandwich the two cookies together

Easy S'more Cookie recipe

Check out these other chocolate recipes my readers love :

Impressive Chocolate Cheesecake

Strawberry White Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies #Recipe

Chocolate Pretzel Cupcakes

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Surviving the Struggle with Spring Sports and Sleep Schedule

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Surviving the Struggle with Spring Sports and Sleep Schedule

Parents around the world will share the same sentiment that there just does not seem to be enough time in the day to possibly cram in all the activities their kids want to participate in as well as all the other necessaries, such as eating, doing homework and getting a good night’s sleep too.

When the kids are still figuring out what sports they want to prioritise, as a parent you can find yourself having to ferry the little ones to more than one practice and more than one game every week.

You are sacrificing your own time, but as a parent, this doesn’t really come into the equation because you want your children to be happy and healthy. However, when all the practices and game time is over, and you don’t get through the front door until 9pm some nights, this doesn’t leave a lot of time for anything else.

Getting home this late with children throws up a few conundrums to overcome like getting them to wind down to a proper level before bed, ensuring they’ve been fed and just making sure that they’ve been put to bed at a reasonable time so that they can fully rest up after their busy day.

No one said it would be easy, but there are ways to make it doable, and when the pressure is on and this doesn’t seem plausible, you know that you can work through the points we have below which will guide you through. Let’s check them out!

Planning

It’s important to have a clear plan for the day laid out. You don’t want surprises e.g. things you’ve forgotten about to destabilise the smooth plan you have laid out. By unintentionally switching the task you are undertaking, it will eat into your day more so than you might think.

Studies have shown that, on average, it takes a significant 26 minutes to recover from even the most trivial of disturbances. So, this is why planning out your day and allowing yourself leeway for any unexpected interruptions to arise will prevent unwanted stress.

Cooking

For busy parents cooking really can be a burden because you want your kids to be as healthy as possible, but at times, nutritious meals can appear time-consuming, particularly when you arrive home late from games, etc.

A simple solution to this is to take a leaf out of the gym-goers manual and meal prep. Cook up nutritious meals that you can them divide up into portions and then pop in the freezer.

Then, when you arrive home later than usual after days when there are club sessions on, you can stick these in the microwave and rest assured that the children are eating well and you’ve saved a notable amount of time too.   

Sleep Routine

This follows on nicely from the previous point in regard to planning. Now, you know that on busy days you will need the kids to hurry through the door later than usual to be able to get into bed at a reasonable time. Sleep is a vital component to function as a human being and kids need that time to rest and recover, mentally and physically.

This is where your routine kicks in. If there’s disorganisation, the little ones won’t know what to expect from each day to the next. So, be clear and concise that on days when they have practice though and you inform them that they have a time slot from arriving home to do the following

  •      Eat dinner
  •      Put their kit in the wash basket
  •      Have a wash
  •      Brush their teeth
  •      Hop into bed  

This structure will help you all in the long-run and create a happier, less stressful home environment. You can find some great snippets of advice for this from The Sleep Advisor too!

Banish the Guilt

It’s easy to be sit down at the end of a busy day and think that you’re not doing enough, or you’re not being as good a parent as some of the others you meet at the school gates, but it’s so vital as a parent to not let yourself be consumed with guilt.

Parenting doesn’t come with a manual, as they say, and you know that you’re doing the best you possibly can for you and for your children. It’s quite likely that there are parents you see at the sports practice who look at you and wonder how you manage the load, so you’re never alone with these types of feelings.

What’s important with this point, is to realise that when you factor in all the previous tips, you will be on the right road to better managing the demands that come with being the parent of a healthy, happy, active child, and that can only be a good thing!

The importance of a positive mental attitude will shine through from you and reflect on your children. They’re pretty smart, after all, and they can tell!

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Festive and Patriotic 4th of July Decorations Found At Amazon

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Festive and Patriotic 4th of July Decorations

I love decorating for the 4th of July, I think it is because the kids are out of school and they can get involved! I also love that since the weather is better I can finally take my decor outdoors. All the festivities can go beyond my door and be brought to my lawn, deck or patio table. Here is a list of amazing deals for the 4th of July found at Amazon.

1. Primitives by Kathy Our Flag Box Sign

2. Star Garland – 4th of July & Party Decorations (9 Ft. X 7 1/4″)

3. Handmade Wood Firecracker Bundle Shelf Sitters, Set of 2, Americana, Bowl Fillers, Patriotic Decor, Rustic Country Americana

4. Design Toscano Patriotic Flag Children Statue

5. Prextex 4th of July Patriotic Decorations Party Pack Bundle with 12-Feet American Flag Bunting, 3 Stars and Stripes Hanging Swirls, 24-Feet Stars and Stripes Banner and 6 Tattoos

6. Patriotic Eagle Spinner

7. PATRIOTIC 4th of July Americana Party Decoration Burlap Rustic Table Runner

8. 19″ Red and Blue Stars Foil Spray Patriotic Decoration

9. Gnome Patriotic Garden Statues Whimsical Yard Lawn Flower Bed Sculpture Accent Americana Decoration

10. Primitives by Kathy Vintage Chunky Word, America, 12.25 by 2.75

11. Patriotic Pinwheel in Wooden Picks 4th of July Party Supply and Decoration, Paper, 3″, Pack of 20

12. Large Patriotic Foil Spray Centerpiece 4th of July Party Table Decoration, 18″

13. Pink Inc. USAM1 UncleSamMingo

14. American Flag Patriotic Scarf / Banner 30′ X 24″ 100% Cotton New Red White Blue

15. Patriotic Round Folding Hanging Paper Fans for Porch Tree Home Decoration (6 Pack)

16. Battery Operated 10 LED Lights with 3in Patriotic Mason Jar String Light for Party, Holiday, Indoor Decorations

17. Red White Blue Star Streamers Patriotic 4th of July Decorations (2 strands for 28 feet)

18. Patriotic Inflatable 6.5′ Uncle Sam Human Cannonball Airblown Holiday Prop Decoration

19. OTC – Patriotic Inflatable Buffet Cooler for Indoor/Outdoor

20. Red, White and Blue Lighted Patriotic USA Sign

21. Beistle 52170-RWB Patriotic Table Skirting, 29″ x 14′, Red/White/Blue

22. Set of 20 Red, White & Blue Stars Electric String Lights

23. Patriotic Backdrop Banner (6 Ft. X 6 Ft.) Party Decorations & Backdrops & Scene Setters

24. Patriotic Faux Rose Bushes – Set Of 3, Multi

25. Patriotic USA Light Up LED Fireworks American Flag Yard Stake Decoration

26. 16″ American Flag 4th of July Fourth Wreath for Front Door or Patriotic Party Decoration

27. Patriotic Party Pack for 50 Guests; 50 Patriotic Dinner Plates, 50 Patriotic Dessert Plates and 100 Patriotic Luncheon Napkins

28. Americana Fourth of July Party Friends, Family, Freedom Hanging Sign Decoration, Fiberboard, 12″ x 12″

29. 13″ Patriotic Heart Wreaths

30. Patriotic Red White And Blue Rope Light, Multi

31. 4th of July Decorations Patriotic Toilet Seat Cover & Rug Bathroom Set

32. Fiber Optic Patriotic Americana Wreath, Multi

33. Amscan Fourth of July Party Round Lantern Hanging Decoration (6 Piece), Red/White/Blue

34. Patriotic Bow Burlap Door Hanger – 25″

35. Folk Art American Flag Oudoor Steel Hanging Decor

36. Wall26 Canvas Prints Wall Art – Closeup of Grunge American Flag Vintage/Retro Style Patriotic Concept (12″ x 18″)

37. Wooden Rustic Patriotic Star “Welcome” Door Decoration

38. Orchid & Ivy 24 Beautiful Realistic Wooden Roses – Artificial Flowers – Americana – Gift Boxed

39. Set of 3 American Flag Garden Stake Patriotic Decor Red White Blue Stars Stripes Yard Decoration

40. In the Breeze 12 Inch Patriotic Flower with Matching Leaves – Includes Ground Stake – Bright Red, White and Blue Wind Spinner for your Yard and Garden

41. Collections Etc Patriotic Americana Horse Yard Decoration

42. Metal Patriotic Cat Stakes, Set of 3 by Maple Lane Creations

43. Every Heart Beats True for the Red White and Blue Patriotic Box Sign

44. Patriotic Dimensional Tin Star Miniature 2″ High Ornament Set of 12

45. 10″ Wooden Uncle Sam Statue Prop Patriotic Decoration

46. Beistle 54991-RWB Stars and Stripes Fabric Bunting, 4-Feet

47. Bethany Lowe Americana Die Cut Patriotic Ornament Set of 6

48. Creative Converting Patriotic Stars Spiral Wire Garland, 25-Feet

49. Patriotic God Bless America Word Blocks Tabletop Decoration Set of 3

50. Americana Stars Patriotic Table Runner, White, Machine Washable

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Save 15% Off Portland Subaru Kids Obstacle Challenge – #Portland

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The Portland Subaru Kids Obstacle Challenge on Saturday, July 21st will be held at Sherwood Forest Equestrian Park in Sherwood, OR. Participants can traverse rock walls, army crawl through mud pits, rope swing over water, scale up rugged cargo nets, dodge floating cannonballs, and more. Give your kids the chance to fun.

 Portland Subaru Kids Obstacle Challenge

My Readers Save 15% on Kids Obstacle Challenge Tickets – Use code MUDDYFUN15 The Portland Subaru Kids Obstacle Challenge on Saturday, July 21st will be held at Sherwood Forest Equestrian Park in Sherwood, OR. https://www.kidsobstaclechallenge.com/portland

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Night Activities for Kids

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Night Activities for Kids

During the summer there are days when it’s just too hot in the house to remain indoors at night. Fortunately, there are some great things for kids to do outside. Here are some suggestions to keep kids busy on hot summer nights with these night activities for kids.

Night Activities for Kids

Have any want to-be spies? If so, consider getting them some night vision goggles. Wild Planet Spy Gear Night Goggles puts out a reasonably priced set of goggles with two built-in bright blue LED lights. Children can go on secret night missions with the ability to see up to 25′ in the dark.

Young and old alike enjoy a good game of frisbee. A glow-in-the-dark frisbee allows kids to play outdoors at night. One popular one is the Nite Glow Ultrastar – Glow in the Dark Flying Disc Made in the USA made by Discraft. Another is the Nite Ize L.E.D. Light up Flying Disc by the Discovery Channel. FYI caution should be taken if younger children are running around in the dark. It might be best to at least have the area dimly lit to make sure that kids don’t run into anything.

Stargazing is a wonderful way for kids to learn about the universe we live in. There are a couple of different ways to go about this. With children using binoculars, this could be an educational way for them to learn about the stars, planets and various consolations.

Another approach is to allow kids to use their imaginations and let them make up their own constellations. With each constellation they create, have them tell a story. How did the constellation come to be? Who might possibly live there? Once back inside, they can even draw out their constellations and start a collection of them.

Pretend to go camping. Get a small outdoor grill. Have kids gather around it and give each of them some glow sticks. Tell some scary ghost stories while making S’mores. If looking for something on the quieter side, the Crayola Glow Station Day & Night allows children to draw in the dark.

Playing hide and seek with flashlights can be entertaining. If looking to cool kids down, fill up some water balloons and have them play catch. Be sure there is enough light for the children to be able to see the water balloons.

On those nights when it’s just too hot to stay indoors, have some gear on hand and plan for some fun outdoor night activities for kids. From pretending to be spies, frisbees, the night sky and kids’ imaginations, there are a lot of fun night activities for kids that can keep them busy and happy.

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Best Summer Water Toys Found On Amazon!

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Best Summer Water Toys Found On Amazon!

Swimming toys on amazon

The temperature is rising and sometimes going to the beach or river just sound like too much work to go cool off. If you ask me… I prefer stocking up on some fun water activities at home and let the kids have at it, all while I sit on my deck with a cool drink! BONUS: when they start acting up and fighting, you are already home for them to go have “quiet time”. In our house, I don’t care how old you are… you are never too old for quiet time, sounds like a win-win situation to me 😉

 

Awesome Ways to Soak Your Kids This Summer

1. Backyard Adventure Water Park Slide Sprinklers, 17.9 Foot long Fun Course Party

2. Intex Surf ‘N Slide Inflatable Play Center, 174″ X 66″ X 64″, for Ages 6+

3. Blast Zone Tropical Splash

4. Intex 15ft X 48in Metal Frame Pool Set with Filter Pump, Ladder, Ground Cloth & Pool Cover

5. Supersoaker Iron Man 2 Water Blaster

6. Little Tikes Wet & Dry First Slide with Slip Mat

7. Blast Zone Crocodile Isle Inflatable water Park with Dual Slides by Blast Zone

8. Intex 18ft X 10ft X 42in Oval Frame Pool Set with Filter Pump, Ladder, Ground Cloth & Pool Cover

9. Banzai Sidewinder Falls Inflatable Water Park Pool with Slides & Cannons

10. RAVE Sports 00002 Dock Slide

11. Intex 8ft X 30in Easy Set Pool Set with Filter Pump

12. PLAYMOBIL Water Park with Slides Playset

13. Wham-o Slip and Slide Extreme- Hydroplane, X-Large, Single

14. Bunch O Balloons – Instant Water Balloons – Blue (3 bunches – 100 Total Water Balloons)

15. Intex Ocean Inflatable Play Center, 100″ X 77″ X 31″, for Ages 2+

16. Fire Hydrant Garden Hose Sprinkler Splash Sprays 8 Ft by Fun Splashers

17. Banzai Pipeline Twist Inflatable Water Park Pool with Slides & Cannons

18. Step2 Spill & Splash Seaway Water Table

19. Steel Pro Deluxe Splash Frame Pool

20. Powerful Pistol Squirt Gun, By Mix Maxx

21. Banzai Slippery Slime Slide (with 2 Bags: 50G of Slip Tech Slime)

22. SwimWays Baby Spring Float Activity Center with Canopy

23. Intex Swim Center Family Inflatable Pool, 103″ X 69″ X 22″, for Ages 6+

24. Nerf Super Soaker Freezefire Blaster

25. Island Water Park Water Slide

26. Melissa & Doug Sunny Patch Splash Patrol Sprinkler Toy

27. Bestway 118 x 79 x 26 Inches 871 Gallon Deluxe Splash Frame Pool

28. Bounceland Sun N’ Fun Water Slide with Pool and Water Gun

29. Outdoor Lawn Dinosaur Play Center Inflatable Kids Set Swimming Pool

30. Little Tikes Frog Pond Water Table

31. Intex Rainbow Ring Inflatable Play Center, 117″ X 76″ X 53″, for Ages 2+

32. Nerf Super Soaker DartFire

33. Buckets Of Fun 6 in 1 Backyard Waterpark

34. Fire Hydrant Garden Hose Sprinkler Splash Sprays 8 Ft by Fun Splashers

35. Intex Swim Center Clearview Aquarium Inflatable Pool, 62.5″ X 62.5″ X 19.5″, for Ages 3+

36. Earlyears Fill ‘N Fun Water Play Mat – Encourage Tummy Time with 6 Fun Floating Sea Friends to Discover

37. Banzai Chipmunk Backyard Critter Water Slide

38. Step2 Finding Dory Swim & Swirl Water Table

39. Intex Dinoland Inflatable Play Center, 31″ X 90″ X 44″, for Ages 3+

40. Bunch O Balloons – Instant Water Balloons – Blue (3 bunches – 100 Total Water Balloons)

41. Banzai Battle Blast Water Slide

42. Little Tikes Beach Ball Sprinkler (88 Inches)

43. Intex Fantasy Castle Inflatable Play Center, 73″ X 60″ X 42″, for Ages 2+

44. Nerf Super Soaker Scatterblast Blaster

45. Wahii WaterSlide 75 – World’s Biggest Backyard Lawn Water Slide

46. 300ct Water Bomb Balloons Military Green Color Filler Hedstrom Toy Fun Splash

47. Intex 32ft X 16ft X 52in Ultra Frame Pool Set with Sand Filter Pump & Saltwater System, Ladder, Ground Cloth, Pool Cover, Deluxe Maintenance Kit & Volleyball Set

48. Inflatable Water Spray Ball Outdoor Fun Toy for Hot Summer

49. Goliath Hydro Zoom Ball (2 Player)

50. Wet Head Game

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***PORTLAND Exclusive Limited Time Offer**** Score FREE Tickets To The Subaru Kids Obstacle Challenge

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Five Summer Water Games That Require No Swimming Pool

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Five Summer Water Games That Require No Swimming Pool

water games

With the summer season in full swing, it is tough to find new and creative things for kids to do outside. Most kids want to head to the swimming pool. If you have no swimming pool, that can be a real pain in the neck. The good news is, there are tons of awesome, refreshing water games that kids can play that require absolutely no swimming pool at all! If you have kids and want to create a really fun time on a hot afternoon, here are five great suggestions to get started:

Water Balloon Baseball

This cool game is rather simple. Take a baseball bat, whiffle ball bat or any other long, safe object and toss your kids some pitches to hit. The difference is that you replace the balls with water balloons. When the kid swings and hits the balloon, water explodes everywhere and splashes everybody around!

Slip n Slide Style

Roll out a long piece of strong plastic or anything else you have that could safely make a slip and slide. Old tarps often work well. Soap up that slip and slide with some dishwasher soap and put it on a slight downhill incline. (Or severe depending on how you feel about speed and kids)..Then take the water hose and run the water from the top. The combination of water and soap will make it slippery and fun. Make it a game by finding new and unique ways to slide down. Mom or Dad can give them grades.

Sprinkler Tug of War

Take a long rope and put a sprinkler dead in the middle. Play tug of war and flip the sprinkler on to see who gets wet first! This becomes a great deal of fun because the water makes you slip and slide. Be sure you do this in a spot on the yard where mud is not a problem. You can quickly ruin your lawn.

Squirt Gun War

Grab some Dollar Store squirt guns and you can head out and have the ultimate war with the kids. From cowboys and indians to cops and robbers, you can squirt until everyone is soaked and cooled off.

Power Hose Squirt Fun

This one works for the slightly older kids but it is a ton of fun. The object is to freeze in place. Then Mom or Dad (or an adult) can take the hose and spray them all over (except in the face of course) and see if they can make them move. If they move, they lose. If they can stay totally still throughout the spraying, they get to spray mom or dad the same way.

All of these games are a great deal of fun but they do require water. Make sure you have close supervision and that you are under no water shortages if you play them. What other water games have you heard of that are great fun to play?

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Awesome Books For Your Summer Reading Program

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With Summer quickly approaching and the kids soon out of school, it is important for them to maintain their reading level while keeping it fun! Joining all the many Summer reading programs in your area is a fun way for kids to get excited about reading by earning toys and coupons for activities around town or food. But, if you also choose books that will spark your kids imaginations and creativity, reading with be more of a pleasure than a chore. I really like the book selection that Quartor Knows offers.

I got my kids a whole lot of goodies that will keep them happy and learning throughout the summer!

Modern Art Mayhem
Box Creations
FingerPrint and Draw Animals and Insects
Twists, Braids and Ponytails
Jumbo Stickers – Under The Sea
Jumbo Stickers – Things That GO
Jumbo Stickers – Farm Animals
The Ultimate Activity Book for Mad Scientists
Doodle Games Activity Book
The Ultimate Brain Bender Activity Book
American Presidents Activity Book
Who’s Bad and Who’s Good – Little Red Riding Hood
The Girl Who Cried Wolf

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FREE Pizza Hut Book IT program for homeschoolers

Pottery Barns summer reading program

MORE Summer reading programs!!!

 

 

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Embrace the Summer With Blue Diamond® Nut-Thins + $3,000 Giveaway #ad #NutThinsContest #IC

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This post was sponsored by Blue Diamond® Nut-Thins and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

Now that summer is in full swing… the long lazy days of boredom have kicked in. We are truly in the in-betweens, the thrill of summer break has faded for both mom and kids and let’s face it, nobody wants to think of prepping for back to school yet!

My motto, “Embrace the day!”

Soon enough, summer will be over and the cold will set in and we will all be daydreaming of sunshine and warmth…. well today is the day….”Embrace the Day!”

With a little creativity, lets make the most of Summer.  While shopping at Safeway I came across Blue Diamond® Nut-Thins and thought that these would be prefect to stock up on for the kids. These crackers are crunchy and crispy and offer nutritional value and will replace their craving for chips and cookies. WIN-WIN for all!

  • Made with Real Blue Diamond® Almonds
  • Wheat & Gluten Free
  • 9 flavor options
  • No Artificial Flavors

Here are 7 fun ideas to embrace summer with Blue Diamond® Nut-Thins!

Take the kids on a nature scavenger hike – Before leaving, pack a backpack full of snack and create a scavenger list of items you will look for on your hike. This will really get kids young and old to open their eyes and take in nature

Go for a NESW ride – If you are able to get out side your city limits and head out in “adventure land” you can play the North – East – South – West game with your kids. while driving around, when you come to a stop or turn option you ask your kids to pick a direction. This has lead us to some pretty amazing adventures that we wouldn’t have discovered otherwise

Rekindle a friendship – Invite a friend or neighbor over for some ice tea and snacks (like Blue Diamond® Nut-Thins 😉 bonus if they have kids your kids age! This will give them someone new to interact with.

Set up a bike wash station – what is more fun than soaping up that set of wheels and making them shine. Kids love getting in their swimsuits and making their ride nice and shiny!

Let’s them make food! – My kids LOVED making homemade ice cream and homemade butter, the process is so easy and all you need is a few ingredients, ones that you probably already have in your home and and empty mason jar….. then shake, shake, shake! They will be amazed at the outcome.

Play “wilderness”  –  My kids loved this game and I loved that it allowed me a little freedom to get done some much needed tasks. The theme… the kids are camping or in the wilderness and they need to “survive” of course you start there adventure with all the necessary supplies… lots of snacks, drinks, games, flashlights, radio, books and let there adventure take off. If your kids need a little help kick starting their imagination you can lay the path with a storyline for them.

Have an “all nighter” – My kid love the thought of an all nighter and what better time of year than in summer. The all nighter consist of plenty of snacks, books, games and a good movie list. Usually they konk out by midnight but they have fun trying.

Blue Diamond® Nut-Thins are giving away $3,000 in prizes!

Nut-Thins 2 Win Scavenger Hunt:

For the chance to win a $1,000 gift card, just find Nut-Thins in any grocery store, take a selfie with the product on the shelf, and post it on your public Instagram or Twitter account using the hashtag #NutThinsContest, OR upload it to NutThins2win.com!

Nut-Thins 2 Win Sweepstakes:

For the chance to win a $500 gift card to either Ahold, Kroger, Safeway, or Target, enter your information at NutThins2Win.com

To find Blue-Diamond Products near you, use this locator link: https://www.bluediamond.com/product-locator

Blue Diamonds Nut-Thins Brand Page

Blue Diamond Instagram

Blue Diamonds Facebook

 

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National Root Beer Float Day – August 6th

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National Root Beer Float Day

National Root Beer Float Day

I am a fun loving mom and am ALWAYS looking for a way to celebrate and make memories with my kids…. so my motto for the day…. “life is too short, drink an A&W Root Beer float first” LOL.

With that said…. you may think I am the best mom or the worst one, but I woke my kids up with an anthem of “Happy National Root Beer Float Day” and presented them with a delicious A&W Root Beer Float!!! They were thrilled to start their day with such a treat! Contrariety to what others may think…. I won Mom of the year in this house 😉

National A&W Root Beer Float Day

I am sure you all can relate to the unique, creamy taste of A&W Root Beer, it is a simple treat that creates fun, care-free experiences for families and can help make any moment special. Join the celebration and create some memories with your family this national day of recognition 😉

So how are you going to celebrate today?!?! We would all love to see your photos, make sure you share and tag your photos using  #AWRootBeer and @awrootbeer 

 

 

 Root Beer Float Day

 

For “float how-tos” and recipe inspiration visit, www.rootbeer.com

A&W website
A&W Instagram

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Triple berry lemonade Recipe

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Triple berry lemonade

Triple berry lemonade

 

I can’t think of anything more refreshing on a nice HOT day… than a cold glass of lemonade! With all those berries hitting the store or even better…. being picked fresh from your garden, a Triple Berry Lemonade is the perfect end to a long hard day! ENJOY!

Ingredients
2 cups sugar
6 cups water
1 1/2 cups of each strawberry, blackberry, and raspberries
2 cups fresh lemon juice ( 5-6 lemons )

 

Triple berry lemonade
Triple Berry Lemonade

Triple Berry Lemonade is the perfect end to a long hard day!

 

Instructions

Simple syrup process
Add sugar and 2 cups of water in a medium sized pot and bring to a boil on high heat.

Make sure you are stirring constantly

Once the sugar comes to a boil remove from heat and set to the side to cool

Lemonade process

Add your berries, 1c cup of water in a blender and puree to a light chunky look

Add your berry mixture into a large pitcher

Add your lemon juice, simple syrup and 3 cups of water to the pitcher

Stir to combine

Chill for 1 hour or until ready to serve

Triple Berry Lemonade will last for 1 week if refrigerated

Looking for more Summer drinks? Check out these links!

Spiked Spiced Apple Pear Cider

Solar Eclipse Cooler Family Friendly Drink #SolarEclipse

 

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Southern Bourbon Peach Tea Recipe

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Southern Bourbon Peach Tea

Southern Bourbon Peach tea

The weather is getting hot and the nights are staying warm, I can’t think of a better way to end the evening than chilling out on your back deck or porch swing with a tall cold drink! This Southern Bourbon Peach tea recipe is super easy to whip up in simply seconds. Enjoy this easy cocktail by the glass with a loved one or whip up a large pitcher for your next BBQ gathering… either way this will be your next favorite Summer drink!

Ingredients

 

– 1 cup of unsweetened tea

– 1 ounce of bourbon

– 1 ounce of peach schnapps

– peach slices

Directions

 

– In a large cup, mix together tea, bourbon and peach schnapps.

– Add ice and frozen peach slices.

Southern Bourbon Peach tea recipe

 Enjoy this easy and refreshing Southern Bourbon Peach tea drink that is perfect for summer!

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Broadway Cocktail Recipe

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Birthday Cake Martini 

Coke and Jack Ice Pops 

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How To End Summer Boredom With Hot Wheels Monster Trucks

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FTC: Sponsored by Hot Wheels, all opinions are my own.

Television, tablets and cell phones  – oh my! This summer, I was not going to let my kids be a victim to the screen. My boys are at the age where they still should be playing outside, getting dirty, riding their bikes and using their imagination. However, I knew this year was going to be a challenge, especially with “on demand” and endless games options for them to choose from with the touch of a button, so I had to think back to my childhood and remember what I loved to do on long summer days….. and honestly it was playing in the dirt and mud.

My boys actually had no problem with this thought, especially when I showed them the new HOT WHEELS Monster Trucks I found at Walmart. These trucks provide GIANT fun, they feature bigger and better crashing, smashing and play power with their durable frame and EXTRA large wheels where they can pretend to be just like the big guys at the Monster Jam arenas.  Pull the back to rev ’em up and watch them as they unleash for unstoppable crashing and smashing action! Every package provides stats including name, truck type, strength, unique crash attack and motor-vation for great storytelling fun!

For the last week, my kids have been so excited to wake up, throw on some shorts and head outside to create a “new” track for their Monster Trucks. With a little bit of my help, guidance and suggestion, they figured out how to create a Monster Jam style arena and track for their new HOT WHEELS Monster Trucks and you can easily create one too with just a few items already around your home.

  • Dirt
  • Rocks
  • Sticks
  • small Cardboard boxes
  • tupperware
  • Chalk or cornstarch with food coloring
  • imagination

If you have a garden or a corner space in your yard with few shrubs, you are ready to go to start creating. If you however prefer your kids to stay out of your garden area or lack dirt space, you can get a small blow up or plastic pool and a few bags of natural soil (watch out for chemicals and fertilizers). Once you have laid your basic foundation…. now the fun begins.

We liked to create a large mound in the center for the Monster Trucks to perform tricks just like the real Monster Trucks. Then you or your kids can add rocks for the trucks to climb, sticks for barricades and small cardboard boxes (food boxes are perfect for this) for ramps and tunnels. My kids added the idea of them plowing through a puddle, to do this, just grab a small tupperware and bury in the dirt along your track. For fun you can add food coloring.

To step it up and make it feel a bit more Monster Trucks arena realistic, you can “paint” on road lines or design directions to the mound.

To make these you can create a homemade “paint” with items you most likely already have, below are the directions for the liquid or dry version paint.

For the dry version

Take a few large chunks of chalk and crush them up to dust, either with a rolling pin or meat tenderizer.

Tape the bottom side of a flour sifter, to only allow a 1 inch space for chalk to dispense.

Fill sifter with crushed chalk and crank/tap to create chalk lines around your arena.

For the liquid version

Fill a spray our squirt bottle halfway with warm water

add equal parts cornstarch

add a few drops of food coloring

 

My favorite is option is the dry version but kids love being able to squirt the lines themselves and this is an easy option for them.

 

 

You and your kids are going to love these HOT WHEELS Monster Trucks…. in fact, without my teenagers knowledge, I saw him out there playing with his siblings and recapturing a bit of his youth. Remember, you can find these HOT WHEELS Monster Trucks at your local Walmart or online at Walmart.com and make this the Summer of imagination and fun!

 

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Things You Need For Your Next Camping Vacation

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Things You Need For Your Next Camping Vacation

Things You Need For Your Next Camping Vacation

Camping can be an amazing bonding time with your family or a great getaway with just your partner. Either way is can fun AND overwhelming with all the new and cool items that are available.
Here is a list of Things You Need For Your Next Camping Vacation – From what is necessary, to what is hot and new. All items are available from amazon and at great prices.

 

1. Image Portable LED Camping Lantern with Ceiling Fan

2. Solar Charger, 8000mAh 3-Port USB and 21LED Light Solar Power Bank Portable Battery Cellphone Charger, Solar Panel for Emergency Outdoor Camping Hiking for IOS and Android cellphones (Black)

3. Camp Kitchen Utensil Organizer Travel Set – Portable 8 Piece Camping Utensils

4. UNO Wilderness Game

5. Tapirus Extendable Marshmallow Roasting 4 Camping Sticks For Smores, Hot Dogs & Shish Kebabs

6. Ohuhu Double Sleeping Bag with 2 Pillows and a Carrying Bag for Camping, Backpacking, Hiking

7. Lifeline 85-Piece Large Hard Shell First Aid Kit

8. FUN CAMPFIRE STORIES by John C Bradshaw

9. Ozark Trail 10-Person 3-Room XL Family Cabin Tent

10. Sundome 4 Person Tent (Green and Navy color options)

11. Portable Camping Travel Toilet Women Urinal Funnel Device

12. Coghlan’s Multi-Grill Spice and Herb Assortment Shaker

13. YAHTZEE National Parks Edition

14. Dopobo Travelling Toiletry Bag Portable Hanging Water-Resistant Wash Bag for Camping (army green)

15. ArcherOG Biodegradable Wipes for Camping – Aloe and Vitamin Enriched Extra Large 8 Inch by 11 Inch 30 Pack

16. Kalili Ultralight Aluminum Portable Folding Camping Table

17. Moon Lence Ultralight Portable Folding Camping Backpacking Chairs with Carry Bag

18. Thirteen Terrifying Tales to Tell Around the Campfire: It’s Under the Bed and other Scary Stories for Kids by Jeff Vidmar

19. Camping Cookware Mess Kit Backpacking Gear & Hiking Outdoors Bug Out Bag Cooking Equipment 10 Piece Cookset Plus Free Folding Spork, Nylon Bag, & E?tag=dazzdaildeal-20k

20. Sundome 2 Person Tent (Green and Navy color options)

21. Vont Bright 2 Pack Portable Outdoor LED Camping Lantern, Black, Collapsible

22. 2 Pack E-TRENDS Portable LED Lantern Tent Light Bulb for Camping

23. Spot It! Gone Camping Card Game

24. Stansport Egg Container for Camping and Travel

25. Coghlan’s Pop-Up Camp Trash Can

26. Hammock By Wise Owl Outfitters – Single Camping Hammock

27. Texsport Heavy Duty Over Fire Camp Grill

28. The Curse of the Campfire Weenies: And Other Warped and Creepy Tales by David Lubar

29. A2S Paracord Bracelet K2-Peak Survival Gear Kit with Embedded Compass, Fire Starter, Emergency Knife & Whistle – Pack of 2 – Quick Release Slim Buckle Design

30. Coleman 2000018295 8-Person Instant Tent, Black (14×10 Feet)

31. Winner Outfitters Double Camping Hammock – Lightweight Nylon Portable 118″(L) x 78″(W)

32. OUTAD Portable Waterproof Pop up Tent Camping Beach Toilet Shower Changing Room Outdoor Bag

33. Camp Daze Mad Libs

34. Curious George Goes Camping by H. A. Rey

35. Coleman Classic Propane Stove

36. Trekology Ultralight Inflating Travel/Camping Pillow

37. Coleman Oversized Quad Chair with Cooler

38. Spooky Campfire Stories: Outdoor Myths And Tales For All Ages by Amy Hoitsma

39. Regalo My Cot Portable Bed, Royal Blue

40. SEMOO Water Resistant 5 Person 3-Season Lightweight Family Dome Tent for Camping with Carry Bag

41. LE Headlamp LED, 4 Modes Headlight, Battery Powered Helmet Light for Camping, Running, Hiking and Reading, 3 AAA Batteries Included

42. Coleman Steel Creek 6 Person Fast Pitch Dome with Screenroom

43. The Kids Campfire ?tag=dazzdaildeal-20k: Official ?tag=dazzdaildeal-20k of Campfire Fun (Family Fun) by Jane Drake, Ann Love, and Heather Collins

44. Coleman Folding Double Wash Basin

45. SOG Entrenching Tool Folding Shovel, High Carbon Steel Handle, Nylon Carry Case, Powder Coat Finish

46. Youphoria Sport Multi-purpose Travel Towel

47. Freeland Camping Self Inflating Sleeping Pad with Attached Pillow Lightweight Air Sleeping Pads

48. Scary & Silly Campfire Stories: Fifteen Tales For Shivers and Giggles – Collector’s Edition – by Kimberly Eldredge

49. SE KHK6320 Outdoor Tanto Knife with Fire Starter

50. Coleman Tenaya Lake 8 Person Fast Pitch Instant Cabin Camping Tent w/ WeatherTec

 

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Easy S’more Cookie Recipe

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S’more cookie

 

S'more Cookie

Want the taste and smell of camping without all the “adventure”? This Easy S’more Cookie Recipe will have your kids saying “S’MORE” please! Perfect to take with you on a picnic or have ready to eat after the kids go to bed with this Southern Bourbon Peach Tea Recipe

Ingredients 

2 1/4 C flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp kosher salt
1 C unsalted sweet cream butter, softened
3/4 C sugar
3/4 C light brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 eggs
1 C Semi-Sweet Chocolate chunks
2 C, divided Jet-puffed mini marshmallows
1 cookie sheet fitted with parchment paper
12 regular size marshmallows

Chocolate Ganache Ingredients
1 C semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 C heavy whipping cream (chilled)

 

Smore Cookie recipe

 

Directions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees

In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa baking soda and salt and mix with a whisk till combined

Using a standing mixer, cream together the butter, sugar, brown sugar and vanilla until creamy.

Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each egg

Gradually mix in flour mixture.

Stir in chocolate chips and 1 cup of marshmallows .

In a medium bowl, combine the remaining cup of marshmallows and mini chocolate chips

Using a small ice cream scoop, scoop out some dough and roll into a ball

Roll the dough into the chocolate chip and marshmallow mixture to completely coat the dough

Place onto cookie sheet and repeat with 11 more dough balls

Bake for 10 minutes

Set aside to cool

Directions for Chocolate Ganache:

Using a double boiler combine the heavy whipping cream and chocolate chips and melt on medium heat.

Using a whisk, gradually mix the chocolate ganache until melted.

The ganache will start to become slightly thick.

Let the ganache cool to room temperature.

Scoop the ganache into a piping bag.

Pair up the cookies to their size partner

Place a marshmallow onto the bottom of the bottom cookie

Using a Flame torch or your oven on high broil for 1 minute and toast the marshmallow

Drizzle the chocolate ganache onto the bottom of the top cookies and sandwich the two cookies together

Easy S'more Cookie recipe

Check out these other chocolate recipes my readers love :

Impressive Chocolate Cheesecake

Strawberry White Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies #Recipe

Chocolate Pretzel Cupcakes

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Surviving the Struggle with Spring Sports and Sleep Schedule

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Surviving the Struggle with Spring Sports and Sleep Schedule

Parents around the world will share the same sentiment that there just does not seem to be enough time in the day to possibly cram in all the activities their kids want to participate in as well as all the other necessaries, such as eating, doing homework and getting a good night’s sleep too.

When the kids are still figuring out what sports they want to prioritise, as a parent you can find yourself having to ferry the little ones to more than one practice and more than one game every week.

You are sacrificing your own time, but as a parent, this doesn’t really come into the equation because you want your children to be happy and healthy. However, when all the practices and game time is over, and you don’t get through the front door until 9pm some nights, this doesn’t leave a lot of time for anything else.

Getting home this late with children throws up a few conundrums to overcome like getting them to wind down to a proper level before bed, ensuring they’ve been fed and just making sure that they’ve been put to bed at a reasonable time so that they can fully rest up after their busy day.

No one said it would be easy, but there are ways to make it doable, and when the pressure is on and this doesn’t seem plausible, you know that you can work through the points we have below which will guide you through. Let’s check them out!

Planning

It’s important to have a clear plan for the day laid out. You don’t want surprises e.g. things you’ve forgotten about to destabilise the smooth plan you have laid out. By unintentionally switching the task you are undertaking, it will eat into your day more so than you might think.

Studies have shown that, on average, it takes a significant 26 minutes to recover from even the most trivial of disturbances. So, this is why planning out your day and allowing yourself leeway for any unexpected interruptions to arise will prevent unwanted stress.

Cooking

For busy parents cooking really can be a burden because you want your kids to be as healthy as possible, but at times, nutritious meals can appear time-consuming, particularly when you arrive home late from games, etc.

A simple solution to this is to take a leaf out of the gym-goers manual and meal prep. Cook up nutritious meals that you can them divide up into portions and then pop in the freezer.

Then, when you arrive home later than usual after days when there are club sessions on, you can stick these in the microwave and rest assured that the children are eating well and you’ve saved a notable amount of time too.   

Sleep Routine

This follows on nicely from the previous point in regard to planning. Now, you know that on busy days you will need the kids to hurry through the door later than usual to be able to get into bed at a reasonable time. Sleep is a vital component to function as a human being and kids need that time to rest and recover, mentally and physically.

This is where your routine kicks in. If there’s disorganisation, the little ones won’t know what to expect from each day to the next. So, be clear and concise that on days when they have practice though and you inform them that they have a time slot from arriving home to do the following

  •      Eat dinner
  •      Put their kit in the wash basket
  •      Have a wash
  •      Brush their teeth
  •      Hop into bed  

This structure will help you all in the long-run and create a happier, less stressful home environment. You can find some great snippets of advice for this from The Sleep Advisor too!

Banish the Guilt

It’s easy to be sit down at the end of a busy day and think that you’re not doing enough, or you’re not being as good a parent as some of the others you meet at the school gates, but it’s so vital as a parent to not let yourself be consumed with guilt.

Parenting doesn’t come with a manual, as they say, and you know that you’re doing the best you possibly can for you and for your children. It’s quite likely that there are parents you see at the sports practice who look at you and wonder how you manage the load, so you’re never alone with these types of feelings.

What’s important with this point, is to realise that when you factor in all the previous tips, you will be on the right road to better managing the demands that come with being the parent of a healthy, happy, active child, and that can only be a good thing!

The importance of a positive mental attitude will shine through from you and reflect on your children. They’re pretty smart, after all, and they can tell!

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10 Slimming One Piece Suits For Woman On A Budget

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Slimming One Piece Suits for Women

10 Slimming One Piece Suits For Woman On A Budget

When heading to the beach or pool…. the number one thing you want to look for when picking out a swimsuit is comfort. There is a time to look cute and then there is a time for function. I want to play with my kids, sleep, eat snacks without having to hold in my stomach till i’m blue in the face. This is why I have come up with some of the BEST slimming one piece suits for woman. These are all available on amazing and won’t break the bank.

  1. Century Star Women’s Deep Mesh Monokini Tummy Control Slimming Swimwear One Piece Swimsuit
  2. Firpearl Women’s Halter One-Piece Braid Macrame Ruched Tummy Control Swimwear
  3. LAMOON Vintage 50s Twist Ruched One-Piece Retro Halter Swimsuit
  4. Hilor Women’s One-Piece One Shoulder Swimwear Asymmetric Ruffle Swimsuit
  5. Mycoco Women’s One-Piece Tummy Control Ruffled Hemmed Swim Dress
  6. Hilor Women’s Halter One-Piece Shirred Tummy Control Skirted Bathing Suit
  7. Joyaria Women’s Ruched One-Piece Tummy Control Slimming Bathing Suit
  8. Eomenie One-Piece Slimming Monokini Tummy Control Bathing Suit
  9. Firpearl Women’s Black One-Piece Ruched Tummy Control Swimsuit
  10. Upopby Women’s Retro Tummy Control One-Piece Monokini Push Up Bathing Suit

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Groopdealz Hot List

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Groopdealz hot list

 

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HOT Price On Some Of My Favorite T Shirts

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We found a HOT deal for you all today! My cents of style is offering some of the BEST t shirts for ONLY $13.95 A PIECE! 

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