Homeschooling 
I was walking through a store yesterday and my eyes were accosted by all things green. Friends, you know St. Patrick's day will be upon soon when you see shirts emblazoned with words like "Lucky," "Beer," and "Kiss me, I'm Irish." And what of the great American classic — the shamrock shake (Side Note: if you're looking for a healthy alternative to the Shamrock shake without all the sugar try this Mocha mint shake or this mint chip smoothie)? It's my strong suspicion that Maewyn Succat (ie. Saint Patrick) would have never imagined what the anniversary of his death would one day become. I'm not suggesting we ...Read More
Foods Copycat Keto, Gluten-Free Tagalong Cookies
If you or someone you know are a fan of peanut butter, these copycat keto, gluten-free tagalong cookies are sure to be a hit. Homemade cookies never live a long life in my house. But when you pair chocolate with peanut butter — well, you know these definitely won't last long! (Looking for gluten-free recipes and resources? This Everything Gluten Free page is a library of everything gluten free we’ve worked on.) This recipe is fun to make from start to finish. It's a great recipe to bring some helpers along for the ride. It's not the fastest recipe in the world to throw together, but there's several fun steps ...Read More
5 Sanity-Saving Strategies for Homeschooling Multiple Kids
What happens when you're homeschooling multiple kids?If you don't watch out, it'll drive you bonkers, that's what! But, not to worry, today I'm sharing five strategies for homeschooling multiple kids without going crazy. We want our homeschools to be productive, happy, and welcoming to our children. When you are juggling multiple kids and multiple grade levels, homeschooling can feel chaotic, stressful, and cold. It doesn't have to be that way. Strategies for Homeschooling Multiple Kids Here are five suggestions and tips to give you peace of mind and a path forward for homeschooling multiple kids. Let's go! 1. ...Read More
Keto, Gluten-Free Samoa Cookie Bars
Besides taste testing, baking is one of my favorite things to do in the kitchen. These keto, gluten-free Samoa cookie bars are right up my alley and currently one of my absolute fave sweet treats. A cookie that reminds you of my favorite Girl Scout treat — Samoa cookies? Yes PLEASE! This recipe is perfect for so many reasons. Portable dessert? Got it covered. Easy to make? You better believe it. Delivers on flavor? You’ll make it time and time again. This is one of those recipes that will have your friends and family in awe . But no one has to know you haven’t spent all day making these fancy cookies ...Read More
A Skeptic’s Guide To Essential Oils: How They Work
What are essential oils and how do they work? If you're like me, when you first heard of "essential oils" you might have thought it all sounded like hippie voodoo. I never thought years later my mind would change. That's where this article — A Skeptics Guide to Essential Oils: How they work — comes in. I’m a skeptical person by nature. I know I’m not alone when I say that I have had trouble getting on board with the use of essential oils. There is so much conflicting information and a variety of opinions on essential oils. How can you possibly navigate it all? Here's what I really want to know about essential ...Read More
Sexting Stats: 7 Facts Parents Need to Know (and what to do about it)
Sexting. It's a classic tale as old as time: Boy meets girl. Boy and girl hook up. Girl texts boy risqué photos. Boy and girl break up. Boy shares risqué photos with friends. Okay, maybe it isn't a classic tale, but if sexting stats are any indication, it's an all-too-common tale today. And it's a story parents need to be aware of. "Sexting"—sending or sharing nude or partially nude photos or videos—is alarmingly common among teens. How do we prevent it? How do we deal with it when it impacts our teen? First, it's important to know the numbers. Here are some of the most recent sexting ...Read More
Keto French Toast Egg Loaf
Lazy Saturday mornings are perfect for something special. A special breakfast. And cinnamon flavored anything is a favorite of mine. This Keto French Toast Egg Loaf is no exception to the rule (bonus! It always satisfies my sweet tooth). This Keto French Toast Egg Loaf makes a perfect lazy morning breakfast with coffee or even a sweet little after-dinner treat. And of course, it's super simple for busy mamas to put together. It will have you (and your kids) coming back for more every time. Prep time comes in at just 10 minutes, which is perfect for those who don’t like to fuss with involved recipes. ...Read More
Copycat Keto Thin Mints (gluten-free)
Everyone loves Girl Scout cookies! Right? Of course — they're a famous American family mainstay, so it's a bummer when their ingredients don’t align with your dietary needs — and those goals to kick the sugar, preservatives, and gluten to the curb. But it's no fun to give up on those wonderful Thin Mint cookies that bring back childhood memories. If Thin Mints are your favorite, you’ll know that sadly they aren’t exactly keto or gluten-free. We all know how hard it is to walk by those cookie stands without stopping and buying a box...or four! You can still enjoy these scrumptious cookies with this easy gluten-free ...Read More
