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A Better Buttercream! Frosting that is

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A Better Buttercream Creating a good buttercream frosting is a delicate balance.  It needs to hold its shape without being too stiff.  It shouldn't be so moist as to look like it is sweating in the sun.  But the worst buttercream offenders are grocery stores!  You can almost feel the sugar granules in your teeth and they use shortening---ewww! This is my favorite buttercream recipe.  It sets up nicely and holds its shape whether you are frosting a cake or swirling it onto a cupcake. Homemade frosting tastes so much better than store Continue Reading...

17 Ways Busy Moms Can Help Schools Too! Volunteering Or Getting Involved Outside Of The Room Mom/ PTA Box

Kids and Parenting

17 Ways Busy Moms Can Help Schools Too School is important!  We know that we value that, and we tell our children that. But do we show them that and how? What is a busy mom to do?  It is hard when you are working and/or have other little ones to take care of. We don't all have the time, or desire to run PTA functions or be the totally involved room mom. Many of us still want to demonstrate through our actions how much we value our children's education.  I  mean our kids are at school so many hours a week that it is their Continue Reading...

Prepare Children To Act In An Emergency

Kids and Parenting

Prepare Children To Act In An Emergency I advocate for talking straight to children.  They are little people afterall.  A child is not a species unto itself.  Sometimes people assert that a child is a child the way a cat is different from a dog. A child is just a person who is growing and developing.  They are going to be an adult.  A cat will never become a dog.  The development process is aided by providing information.  AND it is just human nature to feel stronger and more capable when we feel prepared for the possibilities that could Continue Reading...

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Disclaimer

DISCLAIMER   Hi there! My name is Shannon and I am a licensed psychologist.  This is true.  I have worked with and studied criminals my whole career. I have worked in the foster care system, domestic violence programs, and I have also been a child therapist in this time a well.  There is a lot of education and experience behind my perspectives. That said, this is my personal blog.  This is not a research project where I am citing peer reviewed articles in professional journals.  What I share here is my opinion.  Sometimes Continue Reading...

Chocolate Chip Scuffins (Scone/Muffin)

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Not quite scones...Not quite Muffins...They are Scuffins! These babies started out as scones, but that was years ago.  They have since been developed into something far too moist to call a scone but still are not quite a muffin.  They are almost muffin tops though! They come together quickly for a fast treat.  We serve them for breakfast with fruit.  They can work as shortcakes for a desert as well. When they are fresh out of the oven they melt in your mouth but they stay good for a couple of days if you want to spread out the joy.  My little Continue Reading...

Stranger Danger: Talking To Your Kids Straight

Kids and Parenting

Stranger Danger: Talking To Your Kids Straight It is important that children know what to do to stay safe.  This means preparing them for some pretty scary stuff!  As parents, we do not want to scare our kids and it can just be easier to avoid the conversation all together.  But what if I told you that the conversation could be empowering for children and that it did not need to be scary. It is human nature to feel more secure when we understand something and know how to handle a situation.  The other major benefit of having such Continue Reading...

Crepes For Kids– Yummy, Easy, & Not The Least Bit Fancy!

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CREPES For Kids When you hear Crepes I bet you think of a fancy sidewalk cafe in Paris.  You may picture sipping on some cappuccino in the sunshine while eating a delicate, gourmet meal. But what if instead you thought of crepes as a fast to throw together, easy, versatile breakfast for the family!? See that is what I think of when I think of crepes. The batter comes together in like a minute flat.  They cook super quickly too!  They even have more egg and less flour to them, so they carry more protein for a heartier feeling.  Now here is Continue Reading...

Saving Money on Groceries Without Clipping

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Save Money on Groceries Without Clipping Our parents clipped coupons from the Sunday paper.  I do not get the news paper.  Now coupons are everywhere.  I am sure they are still in the local paper but they also come in in the mail, they are online across too many sites to name, each store has their own app with associated coupons.  It is honestly too much to keep up with for me.  Beyond that, I do not usually want to buy the product they are giving at a discount.  It does not save me money to save 40 cents on something I never planned to buy in Continue Reading...

Chocolate Chocolate Muffins

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Chocolate Chocolate Muffins The kiddos always want the chocolate muffins they see in the grocery stores and coffee shops.  We tried out these babies this weekend with much success!  They were moist and delicious!  We put 1 1/4 cups of vanilla yogurt in them to given them some protein and calcium. They are yummy in the tummy and a perfect weekend treat.                                   CHOCOLATE Continue Reading...

Crunchy Ranch Chicken Fingers

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My kids love chicken fingers, but its nice to avoid fried when possible.  These are a great option.  They come together quickly and you can get back to what matters while they bake.  A simple dinner option for event he pickiest eaters and cheaper than Shake and Bake. The secret ingredient is corn flakes.  More crunch than shake and bake.  Cheaper than panko crumbs! Crunchy Ranch Chicken Fingers Time:  35 minutes Ingredients: 1 1/2 pds. thin sliced chicken breasts 4 cups of corn flakes 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp Continue Reading...

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