As a result of a little bit of research for Gillian’s School’s Immigration Day (which actually consisted of an email to my awesome sister-in-law), we discovered a fun bit of news. Our children’s Great (x24) Grandfather was King Robert II of Scotland.
When Gillian took this bit of news to school as part of her project, her [...]
Monthly archives for March, 2012
Grand-Daddy Robert
As a result of a little bit of research for Gillian’s School’s Immigration Day (which actually consisted of an email to my awesome sister-in-law), we discovered a fun bit of news. Our children’s Great (x24) Grandfather was King Robert II of Scotland.
When Gillian took this bit of news to school as part of her project, her [...]
Friends
I love capturing my kids smiles when they are with their friends.
~Friends are such a gift.~
Closet Make-Over
What princess doesn’t want a closet make over, right?
Actually, our little princess needed a make over! For a girl who loves clothes and can still wear clothes from when she was 5, space is an issue. In an attempt to get creative and utilize her living area better, moved her into the old office and installed an Elfa closet system in [...]
Homemade Goodness in a Jar
I am so excited about this yummy homemade creamer. I have not been able to use anything but half and half in my coffee for about six month. Suddenly the store bought creamers tasted different. They had a real unnatural taste, and I just couldn’t enjoy it in my coffee anymore. I was so happy when I came across this recipe.
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A New Way of Thinking
When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves. ~Victor Frankl
As we get older, we are forced to get wiser to survive. <snicker>
When our lives started to be ruled by our aches, pains and health issues, I decided it was time to do some research. What I found was alarming. I started to feel sil [...]
Gluten Free, No Bake Granola Bars
In a large mixing bowl, combine:
1 1/2 cups gluten free rolled oats (I use GF certified Bob’s Redmill)
1 1/2 cups crispy brown rice cereal
2 TBSP ground flax meal
1/3 cup organic raisins
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup finely shredded coconut (unsweetened)
pinch of sea salt
In a small saucepan over low heat, stir together the following ingredie [...]
