3 last minute Halloween crafts and games for preschoolers

3 last minute Halloween crafts and games for preschoolers

Halloween is my favorite time of the year. Scratch that. October 1- December 31 is my favorite time of the year.

It's not hard to make it extra special with parties, events and foods. But I also strive to keep things educational around here. And I am so fortunate to have my mama. She is a retired kindergarten teacher. We are working to develop a PreK curriculum and book. So stay tuned for more about that.

But today I wanted to share three prek activities that she did with my Ryals recently. Ryals will soon be four (cue the sobs) and these were a big hit.

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Slow cooker fajitas with avocado + $10 PayPal Giveaway

Slow cooker fajitas with avocado + $10 PayPal Giveaway

Have I ever told you that I have an ongoing love affair with Mexican food? Oh my gosh. All of it. Tacos. Burritos. Chips. Salsa. 

And since this is slow cooker Friday I thought I would share a pulled pork slow cooker fajita. This is perfect for Saturday game day or a busy work day. Just throw everything in the crock pot and go about your day. 

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5 time managements tips for work at home moms

5 time managements tips for work at home moms

It's Work at Home Wednesday and today I am answering a question from on of you!

Any tips on time management when working from home? I have a day job but also have a small home business and the time management for the small business gets away from me since there is so much else to do at home! - Sara

Wow, Sara. You sound so busy. But here are 5 tips for setting up time management success.

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Slow Cooker Garlic Honey Mustard Chicken thighs (with seasonal vegetables)

Slow Cooker Garlic Honey Mustard Chicken thighs (with seasonal vegetables)

It's slow cooker Friday! That s a thing. I just made it a thing. 

I preach the value of meal planning and cooking and how much money and time it will save you. But I also know that a lot of you are working moms or your families are busier than busy and you have zero time to cook. 

SO over the next few weeks I am going to be focusing on slow cooker meals. And not JUST slow cooker meals, budget friendly meals that you can throw in your crock pot in the morning and eat when you get home in the evening. 

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4 easy ways to earn extra Christmas money

4 easy ways to earn extra Christmas money

I know it's only October but the holiday season is creeping up fast and before you know it Thanksgiving will be here with Christmas right on its heels. So why not take some time to prep?

Christmas should be a time of peace, hope and worship. Not a time of stress because you fear the credit card bills coming in January. Credit card debt sky rockets in January and February according to this report

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