16th Annual Get Hooked on Fishing Tournament
Nothing quit declares childhood like summer sunshine, hot dogs over a fire, playing with worms and casting a line into the waters.
Join us as we head out to Moraine State Park to help raise awareness to get kids hooked on fishing not drugs and raise money for Stand Tall Butler. I’d suggest registering your children early as only the first 100 kids will be accepted.
Read MoreThese Books Have Inspired Me {Homesteading Here We Come}
I would not call myself a homesteader. Not at the least. But I would call myself one that likes to save money where they can – I believe the word would be frugal. I breastfeed, so limited need for bottles and expensive formula. I use cloth diapers and bargain shop for disposable diapers when we need to use those. I have made my own laundry detergent. I love to hang clothes on the line.
So here and there I find the savings when I can. Being the mom of four boys – three of which are already eating us out of house and home – I’m quickly realizing that I need to find savings on our food. I have worked on reading two amazing books and finding that I can so totally do this!
The first is Backyard Farming on an Acre (More or Less) (Living Free Guides) by Angela England, Untrained Housewife. I’ve interviewed her about Backyard Farming and have read through her book but I’m taking a second look. I’m completely disappointed that where we are we can’t have chickens or we would be having fresh eggs right now. But I have been looking at our yard in a new way of not a lawn but a way to feed our family.
Are Your Kids Exposed?
Are they… when was the last time you exposed your kids to new flavors, textures, and colors? Yes, I’m taking food. Being married to a fantastic man who is a self-proclaimed “meat and potatoes” guy, I’m seeing how important it is to expose kids to new foods while they are young. It’s not that odd that my boys are more open to trying new dishes then my husband.
I wanted to get an expert opinion on the importance of food and nutrition. So I turned to Dr. Heather Manley the author of Human Body Detectives, a children’s educational adventure series that teaches kids about their bodies and why they need to take care of themselves.
Read MoreOh Husband: Statistically I’m A Better Driver Than You
Take that hubby! Just because I hydroplane off the road years ago when heading to Niagara Falls does not make me a worse driver than you. Remember you did back into a parked trailer in my mother’s minivan that one time, remember.
Okay, okay. I’m not here to bash the husband (I’d never do that), but at least now I do have some evidence that statistically I am a better driver then you and my car insurance is cheaper than yours. I still love you dear!
Read MoreOooh! {this moment}
‘m joining Amanda Blake Soule for {this moment} – a Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.
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Hello. My name is Alaina and I'm a app junkie. whew... I feel better. I'm raising four boys to be outstanding husbands and spectacular human beings. Thanks for stopping by and finding that little something to giggle about with me! 
