July 22, 2013

Mom Monday {5 things to do with your kids this summer}

As August swiftly approaches I am reminded of all the things I still want to do with Piper before summer ends. Here are my top picks. 1. See a movie in the park. Many communities offer family movie nights at the park. I have always wanted to do this, so it is now officially on my list. 2. Go camping in the backyard. 3. Make homemade fruit and yogurt popsicles together and then eat them outside. 4. Visit a local farm 5. Do one of the crafts from...READ MORE

July 18, 2013

In the Kitchen {easy tomato snacks}

One of my favorite kitchen gadgets is my food dehydrator. I do most of my dehydrating in the spring and summer as the fruits are my favorite. Dried peaches...yum! I have been trying to do more veggies as well. My most recent veggie success are these delicious tomatoes. They are so super easy too! Start by slicing your ripe tomatoes 1/4" thick. Toss with olive oil, salt and garlic powder.  Cherry tomotoes are also super yummy this way. Dehydrate for...READ MORE

July 10, 2013

In the Kitchen {easy summer salad}

I whipped up this gorgeous, delicious, healthy salad last night for us. Everyone loved it so much, I thought I had to share. It took all of maybe 5 minutes to prepare and I used local fresh organic...READ MORE