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DIY Bug Garden

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DIY Bug GardenI remember the first time my little boys brought me some flowers (weeds) they had picked in the field next-door to our house. They were beautiful weeds and they was so proud of themselves. I remember thinking I have the sweetest kids in the world. I gave them the biggest hug, took the "flowers" inside and put them in a vase. We watered and took care of them until after a day or two they wilted and were thrown in the garbage. The next day, my boys came back with more flowers … [Read more...] about DIY Bug Garden

Holidays & Parties, Parties, Recipes, Side Dishes, Spring, Summer

Orange Jello Salad with Cottage Cheese

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Orange Jello Salad with Cottage Cheese is a fun and fruity addition to your next picnic or BBQ.This Orange Jello Salad with Cottage Cheese is a family favorite. Someone in my extended family will make it to bring to all family functions. It is so easy, and comes together quickly. It's so easy that we teach the young kids how to make it so they feel like they are contributing to family functions when they make it.What you'll need to make Orange Jello Salad with Cottage … [Read more...] about Orange Jello Salad with Cottage Cheese

Easter & Spring, Easter & Spring Printables, Gift Ideas, Holidays & Parties, Home, Home Decor, Mother Hen Summer, printables, Printables & Templates, Spring

“Planting Smiles” Nature Inside- Free Printable

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Add a little touch of nature inside with this "Planting Smiles" free printable!Anyone who knows me over on A Modern Teacher knows that I love flowers. In fact, you might have gathered that from my post on Crafting Chicks HERE. I just don't think I have enough flowers in my life, so I decided to make a printable, bring nature inside, and share it with you! YAY! You could add this to your gallery wall or frame it! In addition to grocery bought flowers, I am one of those people … [Read more...] about “Planting Smiles” Nature Inside- Free Printable

Desserts, Holidays & Parties, Parties, Recipes, Spring, Summer

Flamingo and Pineapple Cupcakes

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Flamingo and Pineapple Cupcakes can turn any party into a fun tropical party in seconds. These cupcakes come together quickly and are so cute!My mom has been flamingo obsessed for the past 10 years or so. It started when a friend gave her a pink flamingo yard ornament as a gift and my mom actually put it in her yard. We all thought she was losing her mind.Well what started out as one pink flamingo, ended up becoming a flock and we all started feeding her obsession by giving her … [Read more...] about Flamingo and Pineapple Cupcakes

Kids, Snacks, Spring

Butterfly Kids Crafts and Activities

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Butterfly Kids Crafts and ActivitiesThese butterfly crafts are so all so fun to make!  Make them at a birthday party, play date or for preschool. We've included a few butterfly snacks as well... in case all that crafting makes for hungry tummies. Watercolor Paper Plate Butterflies from The Crafting ChicksWashi Tape Butterflies from Somewhat SimpleBeaded Butterfly Kids Craft from The Crafting ChicksStained Glass Butterfly Craft from Typically SimpleButterfly Snacks from … [Read more...] about Butterfly Kids Crafts and Activities