Balancing our chaotic daily routines can make it daunting even to contemplate our meal preparation. As busy parents, we often struggle to find time for the task. This challenge is further amplified when we have to plan delicious yet nutritious meals for our children. This is where our Weekly Bento Box Prep Guide comes in …
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The use of essential oils can be beneficial for a wide variety of reasons. And the health benefits of Clary sage are important as well! Clary sage oil, like many natural remedies, has been used for centuries. It has been valued for it’s antidepressant, aphrodisiac and sedative properties, among others, while it contains active components …
“What a child doesn’t receive he can seldom later give”. – P. D. James Research suggests that studying “Art” as a subject plays a vital role in a child’s curriculum. The benefits are far-reaching – from stimulating cognitive and creative skills to strengthening problem-solving ability. Schools and governments, however, have always lacked interest in cultural …
Throwing a memorable birthday party is easier than you might think. You don’t need an unlimited budget and you don’t need a fancy venue. In fact, you don’t even need a birthday party theme as long as you have fun things to keep everyone busy. Oh and cake – you have to have cake. Keys To Throwing …
Although I am home all day, there are plenty of days where I get sucked into this computer working my tail off trying to meet this deadline or line up this amazing sponsored post. When that happens, I have to be very careful to not neglect the kids. It is all about balance. Are you …
My boys have their own computers – in my opinion, it is a part of the times. However, they have rules and consequences to not following those rules! In some ways, the internet is safer than “real life” socializing – after all, your teen is not outside on the street after dark; he or she …
With the tax-filing deadline looming, many consumers are looking for ways to tighten their belts and spend less on everyday expenses. There are a multitude of tools and resources out there to help shoppers do just that, but the following five methods represent the top ways to get the best price. 1. Start scanning. One …
Over at the Main site, Martha Pullen’s Southern Family Cookbook: Reflect on the Past, Rejoice in the Present, and Celebrate Future Gatherings with More Than 150 Heirloom Recipes & Meals (Adams Media, November 18, 2012) made the Holiday Gift Guide. I wanted to bring my Cooking readers’ attention to this great cookbook and wanted to …
A good blogger friend of mine asked me for some Halloween links because she was writing a post, after everyone chimed in, I was amazed at the sheer number of amazing Halloween themed freebies, deals, costume how tos, and informational posts out there. So, I started doing some more research and now have this AWESOME …
This is a fun new 10 week series here at Southern Mom Cooks. Every Sunday, for 10 weeks, I will be bringing you a fun Menu Planning Tip for you to pin on Pinterest and use throughout your home! Have some basic staples on hand. In case you find yourself in a situation where you …
This is a fun new 10 week series here at Southern Mom Cooks. Every Sunday, for 10 weeks, I will be bringing you a fun Menu Planning Tip for you to pin on Pinterest and use throughout your home! Involve the kids. Let the kids help plan out meals and even do some of the …
This is a fun new 10 week series here at Southern Mom Cooks. Every Sunday, for 10 weeks, I will be bringing you a fun Menu Planning Tip for you to pin on Pinterest and use throughout your home! Keep a file of favorite recipes. When planning your meals, pull out this file and use …