One of my jobs as a mother is to teach my kids to be self sufficient. It is really important to me to know that when my kids go out on their own they know how to take care of themselves. I know so many young adults who have gone out on their own and have no idea how to cook for themselves or even do … [Read more...]
Adhesives
Have you ever checked out the adhesive section at Lowe's? It's quite overwhelming! The amazing part is that this isle doesn't even include any specialized adhesives, for things like tile and plumbing. Even if you have a Phd in adhesives you would be overwhelmed with the different brands, … [Read more...]
Vanilla Uses – WWII Series
Picture by: JackRabbit This weeks WWII post is all about vanilla. One of my favorite uses, other than baking, is the one where it is used as a perfume. When we were coming up with this weeks list my mom told me that when she was little my grandma would use it as a perfume. To this day my mom … [Read more...]
Wood Grains
Do you know your wood? Knowing the different characteristics of wood is very helpful information to have if you are purchasing or repairing wood items. I did a poll with some of my friends and I asked them "How do you identify what type of wood something is made of?" The general consensus was by … [Read more...]
Age Appropriate Chores – Raising Responsible Adults
Chores, they have been one of the most challenging things for me to implement. The challenge hasn't been about the kids, it's been more about me. A couple of years ago I was forced to take a hard look at myself. I discovered that I was controlling and unorganized. I also discovered that I had an … [Read more...]
12+1 Uses for Cream of Tartar – WWII Series
You say tarter, I say tartar! However you say it I was completely amazed when we began putting together this incredible list of uses. The only time I have ever used cream of tartar was for making meringue or play dough. I think I have had the same little jar stashed away in the back of my cupboard … [Read more...]
Teaching Kids How to Do Laundry
Teaching the kids Laundry As parents it is our duty to teach our children how to be independent and responsible adults. I have three MIT's (Men in Training) living in my home and since they were very little I've taught them how to do laundry. Here is the guide that I have used for years to teach the … [Read more...]
Knowing Your Microwave
Microwaves have been around for a long time and it still baffles me that most people only use them for re-heating leftovers, popping pop corn or for defrosting. The microwave can do so much more! You can cook meats, bake cakes, make candy, hard boil eggs the list is endless. However before you can … [Read more...]