You may not know this about me, but I kind of have a love affair with alfredo sauce. When I decided to attempt to eat more whole foods, I knew I would just have to find a way to make my own homemade alfredo sauce. Homemade Alfredo Sauce What is even better yet is that this homemade alfredo sauce with cream is gluten free. Because we don't use any flours in this easy sauce, it's super ... Read More about Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
The best thing about moving to a new place is learning to explore your new hometown. Our family recently had a chance to visit the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, Minnesota on a warm spring weekend. The Zoo is a free admission zoo, and is located near the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Just because it is donation only admission, don't count this park and conservatory out. It's a great ... Read More about Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
That was an Easy $200. CRASH!
That was an easy $200! CRASH. Yup, that's how my day began today. Mr. Crunchy and I are waiting on a pre-approval to buy a house, so I thought I would flex my social media manager muscles and open up some spots for new clients! In less than 15 minutes, my two week work window was full. I was feeling oh so confident in myself and my networking skills. I laid the laptop down on my bed, kicked ... Read More about That was an Easy $200. CRASH!
Learn How to Sew with These Sewing Practice Sheets
Learning how to sew has always been on the top of my bucket list. It wasn't until recently that I knew sewing practice sheets even existed, so let's just so my home economics projects had a little bit to be desired. Though home ec wasn't my strong suit, I have been working for years (little bits at a time) to get better at sewing. Who cares that I can't sew a straight line? Off and on over the ... Read More about Learn How to Sew with These Sewing Practice Sheets
Family Vacations: Tips for Traveling with Teens and Tweens
Anyone that has teenagers knows that traveling with teens can be an extremely unpleasant experience if you don't plan ahead. If tweens don't want to do something, it's not going to get done. That's why I am sharing these family vacation tips to about traveling with teens! Trust me you will thank me later! As a mom of older kids, it can be really hard to find articles about family ... Read More about Family Vacations: Tips for Traveling with Teens and Tweens
Homemade Marinara Sauce Recipe
Making homemade marinara sauce in a crockpot is literally one of the easiest things to do. The best thing about this recipe is that you can use whole fresh tomatoes or used whole peeled tomatoes from the can. Depending on the season, and how much time I have usually determines which way we go, but I have done both. Additionally you can cook this marinara sauce in a crock pot or if you need ... Read More about Homemade Marinara Sauce Recipe
Sometimes Being an Adult Stinks
When you are a kid, you can't wait to grow up. I am here to tell you that sometimes being an adult stinks! Not just stinks, but really stinks!!!! Yep, that's the kind of day I am having today. As a kid you have this whole mental picture of adult life. You're driving cool cars, doing what you want, and not having anyone tell you what to do. It's like paradise, that's why we all rush to grow up! ... Read More about Sometimes Being an Adult Stinks
Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich
Looking for a quick and easy meal option? Then you have to try this chicken bacon ranch sandwich. It is packed full of flavor and it's super easy to make. Top with bacon, swiss, and homemade buttermilk ranch dressing your family will be begging you to make it more often. Our family is notorious for ordering out because we forgot to pull something out for dinner. We came up with this new ... Read More about Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich