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Tips for Growing Your Own Pumpkins

Growing pumpkins is so much more fun than just picking one or two out in the fall, and its a lot easier than you might think. Pumpkins come in all different sizes and colors, with some varieties growing into the giants at the county fair, and others growing into small, pie-sized varieties. Whatever type of pumpkins you want to grow in your vegetable garden this year, you will need plenty of space and a sunny spot. Here are some tips to make your pumpkin patch successful. Pumpkin Growing Continue Reading

Seaside Ham & Cheese Bento with Free Printable Lunch Box Notes

This Seaside Ham & Cheese Bento will make lunch all the more fun, and the special note inside will show them you care. It is perfect for a day at the beach, lunch while fishing, or simply school lunch when they go back in the blink of an eye. Plenty of fishy fun, but kids who don't like seafood will love it. The simple instructions are below, and here is the printable file to make your lunch box cards. Free Printable Seaside Lunch Box Notes PDF Seaside Ham & Cheese Continue Reading

12 Ways to Use White Vinegar for Cleaning

White vinegar is a fantastic, non-toxic product that is a wonderful cleaning product which is all natural, inexpensive and it won't hurt your pets and kids. Using white vinegar with other natural products can help you clean just about anything in your house! Ways to Use White Vinegar for Cleaning 1. Disinfectant wipes are always great to have on hand to clean up little messes, especially if you have children or pets! Make your own disinfectant wipes at home using one of these two Continue Reading

Watermelon Milkshakes | Vegan Milkshake Recipe

Watermelon Milkshakes are a refreshing guilt-free summer treat. Recipe sponsored by Silk. Watermelon Milkshakes are yum yum yum, especially on a hot sweltering summer day. I would be hard pressed to think of anything as equally both creamy and refreshing. Today, I have a low calorie vegan version to share with you (that fits in well with my current weight loss goals). This Watermelon Milkshake recipe is made with the new Almond Coconut Blend from Silk (unsweetened version), which is Continue Reading

Flea Market Shopping Tips

I grew up shopping flea markets (my grandmother was an antiques dealer). Here are some flea market shopping tips to help get you the best stuff at the best price at the flea market. It is essential to learn to scan for the good stuff and come away with what you want and leave what you don’t need... and of course get a great deal. Flea Market Shopping Tips Come Prepared Wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting a little dirty (especially if shopping for antiques at the flea Continue Reading

Potato Salad in Cottage Cheese Dressing

This cottage cheese potato salad recipe is easy to make and a healthy choice. It's dressing is creamy, lower fat and has extra protein! Cottage Cheese Potato Salad Watching fat and cholesterol, but still want a rich creamy potato salad? Try making a simple cottage cheese dressing next time. It can be made very quickly in your blender or food processor, while the potatoes are cooking. Instead of adding empty calories, you will be adding a nutritious source of protein and Continue Reading