The days are getting shorter and the temperatures are dropping. When that happens, I like nothing more than my cozy chair and a hot drink. So today, when the afternoon(keep reading)
Author: joellecole
Cocoa Almonds
I love cocoa almonds. You know, those kind you buy for a snack at Target because you’re starving and they seem sort of healthy? My husband always gets annoyed with(keep reading)
Coconut Almond Granola
I love granola. Maybe it’s the crunchiness. Maybe it’s the fact that you eat a super tiny bowl and are stuffed, so you feel virtuous. However, I have made lots(keep reading)
Everyday Magic
Today I had a practically perfect day. It began at the Magical Theater (appropriate name for a magical day!). We saw James and the Giant Peach with friends. The 285(keep reading)
Strength training for Preschoolers!
I have homeschooled all my kids from the beginning and one thing I remember vividly about kindergarten is the crying and moaning and groaning over writing. “My hand hurts!” “My(keep reading)
It’s garlic planting time!!!!
Mid October is garlic planting time! I planted last year for the first time and it was the easiest thing in the world! It’s sort of like planting tulips. You(keep reading)
Contoured burp cloth tutorial
My friend had a baby recently, and I wanted to give her some cute burp cloths for when she takes her daughter out to show off! I scoured Pinterest until(keep reading)
Caprese Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
I’ve been seeing this grilled cheese on Pinterest that is sort of like a Caprese salad on bread. With fresh tomatoes and basil coming to an end in my garden,(keep reading)
Cursive
I’ve heard many people lament lately that their children aren’t being taught how to write in cursive. Some say it’s really sad. Others don’t care. I think it’s tragic that something(keep reading)
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Chicken pot pie makes me think of my grandma. She and my grandpa would eat the dark meat and then save all the breasts in the freezer. Then, when it(keep reading)