The Simple Parent

Easy Microwave Smores with Hershey’s

Easy Microwave Smores Yes, you read that correctly. I made S’mores in the microwave. Just another quick tip for busy moms! If you want a quick, sweet treat but don’t have time for the campfire, consider easy microwave smores! I can understand why some people might have their doubts. But when I received a delicious […]

Stretch a Can of Cake Frosting

Recipes

Stretch a Can of Cake Frosting Over at Mommy Mishaps, my partner Danielle posted about making cake frosting go further when you’re decorating cakes. So I thought I would give it a try! I love little tricks that help stretch a dollar or two. Every little bit helps if you’re trying to save. Plus, I […]

Cleaning with Baking Soda & Vinegar Saved My Burnt Pots

Cleaning

Cleaning with Baking Soda & Vinegar Not too long ago I decided to make some tapioca pudding because it is one of my favorite desserts. There is a trick to tapioca though. You have to stir it and stir it. W was in the kitchen with me and at the end I didn’t give the […]

Homemade Ice Pack

Crafts & DIY

DIY Homemade Ice Pack W is an active little guy so we have lots of bumps and bruises. He will usually let me put ice on him for a few minutes. I definitely prefer ice packs to bags of ice. It’s easier to grab them and go. But ice packs are expensive! I found a […]