Syrian Inspired Green Beans Recipe — Gluten Free, Vegan, Allergy Friendly, and Easy
I wanted to make pasta for my children, but I was trying to come up with an idea that would be a little less boring than just the average pasta and tomato sauce, so I decided to make something based off of this Syrian recipe for djaj wa rishta, chicken with tomato sauce and pasta, […]
The 7 Best Tips on Budgeting for Single Moms
Living on a budget is important for everyone (the size of the budget differs for everyone, but even well to do people should still budget their money, or they can go bankrupt) but when someone is a single mom and only has one income to provide for her and her family, it is extra important. […]
Our Long Awaited Family Vacation — To Cyprus!
My family and I are really excited. Honestly, I’m not sure who is more excited, myself or my kids. I haven’t left my country in 4 years, since I had to return home a day early on my trip to Austria in March of 2020, since all the flights afterwards were being canceled because of […]
Building a Nurturing Environment to Help Your Special Needs Kid Thrive
Parenting is a journey filled with joys, challenges, and countless growth opportunities. When a child has special needs, the journey takes on a unique set of challenges. Understanding and navigating these challenges is crucial for fostering an environment where special needs children can reach their potential. Whether special needs or not, parents can play a […]
New Blog Look, Theme, and More
My new page profile image on my Facebook page. So… does something look different around here? I should hope so. I changed a lot about the design of this blog, from the layout of the sidebar, to the menu options across the top, updated the about me section, fixed the subscription option that had been […]
Crafting a Gaming Paradise: Budget-Friendly Tips and Upcycling Hacks for the Ultimate Gaming Room
I’ll admit, I’m definitely not a gamer. I didn’t grow up as a gamer or with any gaming devices, and I don’t have any in my house, unless phones or computers count. Many people, though, find gaming to be a good source of enjoyment for them and their families, and they may want to create […]
The Ultimate Guide To Throwing A Wine-Pairing Dinner
There’s not much that I enjoy more than feeding people a good meal and watching them enjoy it, especially if it’s a crowd of people that aren’t my immediate family. Going out with friends for a nice meal is terrific, but it can be pricey if its a nice meal. You can make a fancy […]
13 Wild Edibles I Found Outside Therapy Today!
I arrived at therapy a little early today (since I’m the type to run late, I try to aim to arrive 30 minutes early, just to be on the safe side) and as I was about to enter the building I saw this beautiful patch of wood sorrel, one of my kids’ favorite wild edibles, […]
Moving On a Budget – Tips for A Low-Stress, Cost-Effective Smyrna Move
Are you moving soon? Moving can be a real pain in the butt, a big stress, and quite expensive. But there are some things that can remove some of the pressure and cost. My guest author has some terrific ideas, which you can read below, but there’s another idea I wanted to include. When moving […]
Charred Honey Sweet Potatoes Recipe and Technique
I’ve been to some weddings and other fancy catered events that had sweet potatoes cooked to perfection. Soft and creamy in the middle, crisped up and lightly charred edges. I’d tried making it at home many different times, but it never came out quite how I’d wanted it. But after the last event I went […]
