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Muffin Tin Monday: Mellow Yellow

February 28, 2011 by Susie Chadwick 7 Comments

Continuing with our rainbow theme, this week's Muffin Tin Meal was all about the color Yellow! Maggie got really into this. When I asked her what foods were yellow, she opened the fridge and started … [Read more...]

Muffin Tin Monday: The Color Orange and Introducing Kebabs

February 21, 2011 by Susie Chadwick 7 Comments

We tried a new addition to our Muffin Tin Meal this Monday - kebab skewers. I already had these short bamboo skewers. My preschooler had picked out the 6" bamboo skewers when we bought them because … [Read more...]

Muffin Tin Monday: Red/Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2011 by Susie Chadwick 4 Comments

This week's Muffin Tin Meal theme is Red or Valentine's Day. I took my preschooler with me to the grocery store and we browsed the produce section together. We picked out everything red we found: … [Read more...]

Frugal Foreigner From Scratch: Homemade Hummus and Pita Bread

February 7, 2011 by Susie Chadwick 2 Comments

The first step to making hummus from scratch in India is figuring out how to cook dry beans. This was my third attempt, and this time it turned out great! Here's what I did: Soak dried beans … [Read more...]

Easy Solutions for Keeping Winter Gear Organized

February 6, 2011 by Kimberly Danger 9 Comments

Organizing can become an ever bigger challenge in the winter, when kids come in from the cold and leave their hats, mittens, coats and boots right at the front door. As a mom, you're not only left … [Read more...]

Kids Valentine’s Day Crafts: Deck of Cards, Playing Card Banner and Hug Me Valentines

February 3, 2011 by Susie Chadwick 1 Comment

Here's a fun and easy Valentine's Day craft to do with your kids. Pick up a deck of playing cards from the dollar store and make Valentine pals. I showed my preschooler how to fold accordion-style … [Read more...]