Beautiful Artisan Products Delivered Right To Your Door!
Let’s start this off with a confession…I’m a handmade addict! I absolutely love checking out farmer’s markets and craft shows to see all the unique and creative ideas local artisans have brought to...
View ArticleHow To Cook Spaghetti Squash
I have to be honest here, in my world, Spaghetti Squash didn’t exist before last summer! I’d never heard of it, never noticed it at the grocery store, and certainly had never eaten it! It was my...
View Article3 Things I Learned In June
June was a complete write off for me. I kept trying to trick myself into believing I could squeeze in this and that, but it wasn’t ever going to happen. In the month of June, we completely decluttered...
View ArticleWhat Happens When The Imagination Is Gone?
In the midst of our move and lack of internet, I was able to take a step back and do a lot of observing. I’ve been able to explore things with Maddie, and see things through her eyes, as well as spend...
View ArticleSuper Easy Chickpea Flatbread (Gluten Free)
I’ve made this chickpea flatbread a few times, under different circumstances, for different uses, and can officially say that it is foolproof! I’ve used this for dipping (try it with this Jalapeno...
View Article6 Tips For Feeding Picky Eaters
Saying that getting kids to eat vegetables and other healthy foods can be a struggle is an understatement! We’ve gotten fairly lucky with Maddie in that she loves fruits and veggies, but certain ones...
View ArticleHomemade Rainbow Cake (Skittles Poke Cake)
I am in awe right now after watching this video! The theme for Maddie’s 4th birthday is “Rainbows & Unicorns” (such a little girl!) so I’ve been on the hunt for some amazing homemade goodies that...
View ArticleHomemade Breakfast Casserole
This breakfast casserole recipe has saved my butt on more than one occasion! It’s a perfect way to feed a large number of people, and you can make it ahead of time so you don’t even need to worry about...
View ArticleAll-In-One Wireless Printer Half Price! (Apr 2-6)
I don’t usually find any great deals at The Source (I usually find them kind of pricey) but this one sale I couldn’t help sharing! Until April 6 only, they are offering the Epson Expressions All-In-One...
View ArticleIf You Only Teach Your Child 21 Life Lessons…These Are Them!
I had a really great chat with my mother-in-law over the long weekend. You know, the kind of chat that just keeps developing and growing until the early hours of the morning? And while I was very...
View Article25 Uses For Dawn Dish Soap
One of the best ways to save money in your budget is to find additional uses for products you already have! This is a great way to make a DIY version of tons of items around your house, for less money!...
View ArticleEnter To Win The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies On Blu-ray!
Do you have a “Hobbit Series” fan in your house? You’ll want to keep reading! RockItLikeAMom has partnered with Warner Home Video to bring you an awesome (and super fun!) contest! The prize? A FREE...
View ArticleFind Your Fuel: What Helps You Power Through?
We all have ups and downs, some days are easier than others. Most of the time we brush it off as a result of the day’s activities, but have you ever noticed how the feeling of the day is usually...
View ArticleHow To Make Money Blogging
There’s huge appeal in making money online! You get to work wherever you want, whenever you want, and have access to a world of “customers” via the good old internet, right?! Here’s the truth, up...
View ArticleWhich Door Would You Choose? (Dove Choose Beautiful Campaign)
If you haven’t seen this latest video from Dove (the Dove Choose Beautiful Campaign), I’ve attached it below for you to check out. I never thought a video like this would hit me the way it did, but to...
View ArticleFacebook Is A Big Fat Lie
At the start of the year, I made a decision to avoid Facebook as much as possible from now on. I have succeeded so far, only checking my personal profile about 5 times in the last 4 months. A pretty...
View ArticleMake Your Own Cheese Sauce (Without Cream!)
Yup, you read that right. Homemade…cheese sauce…no cream…love it! Besides the super high fat levels cream brings to the table, and the outrageous price it usually costs, it’s just not something we...
View Article4 Simple Steps To Stress-Free Homemaking
For any of you that have known me for awhile, you know when I hear “free”, I get a little giddy! This is no exception! Right now, you can get the 4 Simple Steps to Stress-Free Homemaking E-course 100%...
View ArticleEasy Homemade Non-Dairy Butter
If you have someone in your life with a dairy allergy, you need to try this! Even if you don’t have a need to avoid dairy, try it anyway! I guarantee this will earn a regular spot in your fridge where...
View ArticleSave Your Sanity: Avoid These Kids TV Shows!
It’s no secret that kid’s TV shows can get annoying for parents. Like, ready to toss your TV out the closest open (or closed!) window kind of annoying! Their bright colors, loud noises, and songs that...
View Article31 Uses For Baking Soda
It sound funny to say this, but sometimes the thing that finally “does the trick” when you’re cleaning, isn’t actually intended to be used that way! I’ve posted some prime examples of this before: 25...
View ArticleDear Teacher: First Day Of School Poem
This literally had me in tears! We are about to embark on the momentous milestone that is Kindergarten in September, and I am feeling all of this and more! Every parent needs to let go at some point,...
View ArticleWords Hurt…Here’s Proof!
We’ve all tried to tell our children at one point or another…words hurt! But do they really? I mean, I know that they don’t make you feel super great when they are mean or critical, but do words they...
View Article20 Easy & Delicious Mason Jar Recipes
A few years ago, I discovered the wonderful world of mason jars…and it was all over from there! These little glass wonders can be used for pretty much anything, and you will go crazy trying to do it...
View Article20 Summer Drink Recipes You’ll Love!
There’s nothing quite like enjoying a yummy drink on a patio in the heat of the summer…but those patio drinks can put a huge strain on your wallet! So what do Mamas do? We do it ourselves! These...
View ArticleHundreds Attend Little Girls Birthday After No One RSVP’d | Why Did It Have...
Many news outlets are reporting on a touching story about a little girl named Mackenzie, from Minnesota. Mackenzie suffers from Sotos Syndrome, which causes her to grow faster than other children, as...
View ArticleSuper Easy Homemade Salsa Recipe
Salsa is my not-so-secret addiction in the summer months! I like it year round, but there’s just something about eating fresh salsa and chips when it’s hot out. And this super easy recipe makes it...
View Article80+ Homemade Gift Ideas for Winter
It’s no secret how I feel about homemade gifts…they’re always better than store bought…always! What can I say, I’m a sucker for that personal touch! So here’s what’s up! I’ve scoured that little thing...
View Article30+ Homemade Gift Ideas For Spring
It’s no secret how I feel about homemade gifts…they’re always better than store bought…always! What can I say, I’m a sucker for that personal touch! So here’s what’s up! I’ve scoured that little thing...
View Article40+ Homemade Gift Ideas For Fall
It’s no secret how I feel about homemade gifts…they’re always better than store bought…always! What can I say, I’m a sucker for that personal touch! So here’s what’s up! I’ve scoured that little thing...
View Article50+ Homemade Gift Ideas For Summer
It’s no secret how I feel about homemade gifts…they’re always better than store bought…always! What can I say, I’m a sucker for that personal touch! So here’s what’s up! I’ve scoured that little thing...
View Article200+ Homemade Gift Ideas For Every Season!
This, my friends, is the list of all lists! Many of you know I’m a bit of a “homemade addict”, and I love giving DIY gifts whenever possible! But I always have a difficult time finding tutorials that...
View ArticleHow To Save More Money At Yard Sales
One thing I miss about living up North was the epic yard sales you would come across every weekend! The kind where you try to drive past, but your car says “Jackpot!” and pulls over for you? Love...
View ArticleKids Clothing $4.88 & Under at Crazy 8 (Apr 27)!
Perfect timing with a new season rolling in! If you’re anything like me, that means you wake up one day and suddenly realize your child has absolutely nothing that fits and is weather appropriate…sigh!...
View Article7 Secrets of Successful Work At Home Moms
Working from home is definitely a “dream job” for many, and the popularity has grown significantly among over the last few years! I hear it again and again, Mom’s choosing to be a stay at home Mom...
View ArticleHomemade Fluffy Pretzels
These are by far the best pretzels I have ever had! You can even involve the kids in making these yummy treats! If you have a bread weakness (which I do!) I would seriously suggest just not eating the...
View ArticleOur Potty Training Journey: Part 3
After stumbling and bumbling through potty training this far, we were beginning to lose hope! You know when you start getting to that point where you’re thinking “That’s it, she’s just going to be...
View ArticleWhy Everyone Should Have A Gratitude Journal
The last few days, I’ve been completely stuck. With literally hundreds of scribbled ideas for posts to write, I wasn’t feeling inspired to write any of them. This is extremely out of sorts for me,...
View ArticleHow To Stay Strong Through The Tough Times
Everyone’s been there. Those times where it seems like one thing after another is falling apart around you. When it seems like no matter how hard and fast you build, you can’t compete with how quickly...
View ArticleSuper Simple Jalapeno Popper Dip (With Dairy Free Option)
It’s official, there’s pretty much a dip that tastes like everything awesome! I’ve come across this dip recipe a few places, but I adapted it to make it a little simpler. I’ll say it’s for all of you,...
View ArticleEasy Homemade Chicken Strips (Gluten Free)
I’ve been on the hunt for a homemade chicken strips recipe that’s gluten free, and would pass the “toddler test”! This is the one that made it through! These didn’t just get a pass though, oh no,...
View ArticleIs It Ever OK To “Cut Off” A Family Member?
This can be a really touchy subject for some. But you know what…someone’s gotta go there! And I really want to hear your two cents on this! Have you ever feuded with a family member to the point where...
View ArticleOne Ingredient Homemade Fruit Roll Ups
Fruit roll ups were totally one of my favorite treats when I was a kid, and Maddie loves these homemade ones to bits! You really can’t beat one ingredient for an easy recipe! The major thing to...
View ArticleHomemade Mosquito Trap (Easy & Effective)
We used this mosquito trap all the time when we lived up north! While I do love the outdoors, I could definitely do without the bugs! This trap never failed us, and always works insanely well. All you...
View Article3 Reasons Your Kids Don’t Listen (Toddlers & Teenagers Alike)
In our “Mom lives”, we all say at one point or another “my kids just wont listen”! It’s a common problem, that can be simply fixed, and is even easier to prevent! Much like when you are taming tantrums...
View ArticleChewy Rainbow Sugar Cookies
Still plugging away at the “rainbow” theme Maddie wants for her birthday party, we made up a trial batch of these Rainbow Sugar Cookies…O…M..G! I know they are completely unhealthy, and paired with the...
View ArticleHomemade Big Mac Special Sauce
I’ll admit it, I was one of those Moms who swore up and down that I would never ever ever feed my child McDonalds…and it lasted about a year! I think there comes a time in every parent’s life when they...
View ArticleQuick & Easy Chocolate Cookies
I usually bake with a purpose! For example the Skittles Poke Cake for Maddie’s “rainbow” birthday party. Or the gluten-free Two Ingredient Pancakes for a quick breakfast that sits well with all of us!...
View ArticleThe Life-Changing Magic Of Tidying Up
With our move to a new home creeping up in just about 2 weeks, I’ve been on “organize overload” for awhile now trying to prepare! While moving all of your belongings from one place to another in about...
View ArticleEasy Homemade Kale Chips
As I type this, Maddie is sitting on the couch eating kale. Seriously! My 4 year old is literally sitting next to me putting handfuls of kale in her mouth and loving every bite…score one for Mom!! My...
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