Heather says: This week’s getaway was a lot of fun and I tell you, Home Eccers that I enjoy every minute that I actually get to spend with Ivy live and in person. While we both love our hometowns we sometimes wish our friend / partnership didn’t actually span 900 miles. I wanted to thank …
Heather says: Ivy and I are extremely busy relaxing, well relaxing as much as two people can preventing five children from drowning. Rachel of A Southern Fairytale generously agreed to take over this week’s Fearless Friday. Please stop by and thank her for her pulled pork recipe. Rachel says: I love to cook and one …
Ivy says: WARNING: This post might be a classic case of overshare. Read at your own risk. So, Heather and I are sitting here in Myrtle Beach, enjoying ourselves immensely. But I have already had a couple of instances of not being prepared. The worst would be on the drive here. Nate got so excited …
Heather says: Yesterday we talked about saving money by taking control of the beverage budget. Today I have a two part question. Part one, what drinks are you not wiling to give up? I have two, my morning coffee and Dr. Pepper. To keep costs and calories reasonable the Dr. Pepper is an occasional treat. …
Ivy says: Our grandmothers knew a thing or two about recycling. Back then it wasn’t about saving the planet, it was about saving a dime or two. That’s one of the nicest things about the “green” trend, not only is it good for our planet, but it’s also good for our wallets. Back to our …
Ivy says: Facebook and Twitter tells me that some of my pals who went to BlogHer are now suffering from hangovers. I’ve not been to BlogHer, but I’ve sure been the recipient of more than a few hangovers. Angelic Ivy says “Everything in moderation, kids. Don’t drink until you’re drunk.” But we all know I’m …
Heather says: Obligatory Fearless Friday Spiel: Fearless Fridays are an exercise in kitchen bravery. It’s not about grossout games like Fear Factor, no, Fearless Friday is trying to learn a new skill. It’s a time to stop making excuses and try to cook, even if it doesn’t turn out perfectly. It’s serving a vegetarian dish …
Heather says: With three kids under six and the heat index hanging out in triple digits, we’re headed full speed into the Dog Days of summer. This morning I threw out on Twitter this question: OK parents, what’s your favorite $5 per kid or cheaper activity? Here’s what they came up with: Simon Ashton: Usually …
I have been craving broccoli salad ever since I saw Kendra’s recipe at Homegrown Housewife. This is one of those flexible dishes that can be adapted to whatever odds and ends you have in the pantry. Out of slivered almonds? Try sunflower seeds. Try it with dried cranberries instead of raisins. For the record, let …
Ivy says: I’m sure it doesn’t surprise anyone to learn that when I was a kid, I’d break the rules as much as possible. Finally, to keep peace in the house, I stopped breaking so many rules, but I vowed that when I had my own house, I’d not have any of those same rules. …