Canada Day 2008
June 30, 2008 by Crystal
Filed under News & Celebrity
Did you know that the beginning of July marks patriotic holidays on both sides of the border? Moms In A Blog is co-owned by two women on opposite ends of North America: one in Manitoba, Canada – and one in Florida, USA. So, we thought it was fitting to spend this week celebrating both Canada [...]
Favorite Ingredients Friday – Chex Barbecue Snack Mix
June 27, 2008 by Eleisia
Filed under Recipes & Tips
Welcome to Favorite Ingredients Friday sponsored by Overwhelmed With Joy.
Chex Barbecue Snack Mix
Recipe adapted from Betty Crocker.com
Need something to munch on while grilling in the backyard or a great snack for a video marathon? Mix up some for the Fourth of July.
3 cups Rice Chex cereal
3 cups Corn Chex cereal
1 1/2 cups bite-size pretzel twists
1 [...]
20 Easy to Adapt Diet Tips
June 25, 2008 by Dr. Daisy
Filed under Mom's Health & Wellness
Dieting is never easy but with these great 20 easy to adapt diet tips it will make it easier to accomplish your goal to getting into that slinky black dress or wearing a bathing suit this season. The best reason to adapt these tips is to feel good about yourself and live a healthier [...]
Pork Chops with Apple Gravy
June 25, 2008 by Eleisia
Filed under Recipes & Tips
Pork Chops with Apple Gravy
This pork chop recipe is quick and easy to make. Pan fry the pork chops in a small amount of oil and then make gravy in the same pan. The gravy is simple, made with chicken broth and apple cider.
Apples and pork is a classic combination but the apple gravy [...]
My Face On The Web?
June 24, 2008 by Tracy
Filed under Moms in Business
Kelly over at WAHM 2.0 posted about the face you show everyone on the web.
She made some great points like how it might not be the best idea to post your graduation photo unless, of course, you’ve really just graduated! Or how it’s probably best not to post a photo of yourself after having [...]
Bulletin Boards As Decor
June 23, 2008 by Diva
Filed under Decor & Design
Bulletin boards are generally viewed as a practical aspect of home decor, and there is a pretty good chance that most people will have one somewhere in their home. Fortunately, a bulletin board no longer has to be something you “work around” but can actually be worked into your decor scheme to accent and enhance [...]
Are You Ready For A Start-Up?
June 23, 2008 by Crystal
Filed under Moms In A Book Club
Birthing The Elephant Part 5
Click here for Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 or Part 4
Chapter Four: Take The Leap
In Chapter Four, we learned a little more about start-ups, and how to decide if you are ready to start your own business, what assets you have that you may not have thought of, and advice [...]
Creamy Fruit Dips
June 22, 2008 by Eleisia
Filed under Recipes & Tips
Fresh fruit is becoming more and more abundant at fruit stands, grocery stores, and supermarkets.
Serve these fresh fruit dips for a brunch, a party, a shower, or as a light dessert.
Creamy Fruit Dip
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 container (8 ounces) vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup honey
1 teaspoon Watkins Vanilla
1/2 teaspoon Watkins Ground Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon Watkins [...]
Redecorating Naturally!
June 21, 2008 by Diva
Filed under Decor & Design
You’ve been watching all the popular home makeover shows, and you’ve decided your own home could use some sprucing up. You follow a natural style of living, and you want to conquer the task in such a way that uses the least amount of resources and the most earth-friendly materials. Thanks to architectural salvage centers, [...]
Teen Pregnancy Pact
June 20, 2008 by Crystal
Filed under News & Celebrity
An article on Time Magazine’s website earlier this week literally left me speechless! A pregnancy pact has been uncovered at the Gloucester High School. The high school, which normally has 3-4 teen pregnancies per year, has 17 girls under 16 all expecting.
The school nurse become suspicious earlier this year when requests for pregnancy tests jumped [...]
