Have you seen this adorable LEGO Easter Chick? This would make a great Easter basket filler for your LEGO fan!
- Create a variety of cute poses.
- This set includes over 110 pieces and offers an age-appropriate building experience for ages 7 and over.
Children’s Dimetapp Cold & Allergy Brings Relief This Season
This post has been sponsored by Pfizer Consumer Healthcare. All thoughts and reviews are my own.
This week was crunch time for getting the new house ready. The goal is to be ablate spend the night there on Friday night, whether it’s in sleeping bags or hopefully our beds! Of course nothing ever goes as planned and the past few days, we’ve been plagued with sickness. I think it started off with allergies and turned into colds or maybe a minor virus.
Since we stay fairly busy, we don’t need colds and allergies getting us down! We need to be able to play outside, pick flowers, and make memories.
To get through allergy season, we often make tea out of local honey and cinnamon to sooth those sore throats. Another thing we do is make sure we wash hands and faces when we come in from outside. I love it when things are blooming, but the pollen can be pretty bad here in Georgia. I’m talking yellow EVERYWHERE!
When itchy and watery eyes hit our family, along with stuffy and runny noses, I know that we can turn to Children’s Dimetapp® Cold & Allergy, for our children ages 6 and up. Their grape flavor makes taking meds much easier for kids!
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Meal Plan Monday
It’s Monday already again! We’ve made great progress on our new house and are hoping to move in maybe this upcoming weekend. Thankful that we have had the time to get the house looking like what we want. It’s coming together nicely and I am SO ready to move in! Here’s what we are planning this week for meals:
Monday: Chili
Tuesday: Unstuffed Pepper Medley
Wednesday: Spaghetti and Meatballs, salad
Thursday: Salsa Chicken, brown rice, broccoli
Friday: Grilled cheese, soup
Saturday: Dinner out
Sunday: Pizza
Eclectic Foundations Review
About the Product:
Eclectic Foundations consists of 144 lessons to cover 36 4-day weeks, a complete year’s worth of lessons. Each level covers Phonics, Grammar, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Handwriting, Composition, and Poetry, so no need to buy extra books.
McGuffey readers are utilized in the Eclectic Foundations program. The guideline for levels is as follows:
- Eclectic Foundations Level A uses Eclectic Primer: 1st grade
- Eclectic Foundations Level B uses 1st Eclectic Reader: 1st–2nd grades
- Eclectic Foundations Level C uses 2nd Eclectic Reader: 3rd–4th grades
- Eclectic Foundations Level D uses 3rd Eclectic Reader: 5th–6th grades
- Eclectic Foundations Level E uses 4th Eclectic Reader: 6th–8th grades
- Eclectic Foundations Level F uses 5th Eclectic Reader: 7th grade–college sophomore
- Eclectic Foundations Level G uses 5th Eclectic Reader: 7th grade–college sophomore
- Eclectic Foundations Level H uses 6th Eclectic Reader: 9th grade–college senior
- Eclectic Foundations Level I uses 6th Eclectic Reader: 9th grade–college senior
It’s important to note that if your child recognizes letters, they may do better with Level B as Level A assumes that your child does not know their letters and cannot read.
Eclectic Foundations Level B is for the student who recognizes simple words and is ready for silent e words and covers McGuffey’s First Reader. Phonics utilizes word lists from Word Mastery by Florence Akin. Handwriting consists of letter practice, famous quotes, short poems, or the “slate work” from McGuffey’s First Reader. Each week offers a new poem and comprehension questions. You can view the scope and sequence for Level B here. You can also preview the first 4 weeks to get a feel if it’s a fit for your family.
The products are available in both paper copy and digital download and are very reasonably priced.
My Thoughts:
I really appreciate the simplicity of this program. All of the books are spiral bound which I just love. It’s so much easier when books lay flat! With the Phonics Practice Sheets being laminated, they can easily be reused for extra practice, which makes me happy as well.
The Teacher’s Guide walks the teacher right through every step of the program and explains what to do and how to do it. It has suggested questions to ask your child to ensure comprehension.
Having several subjects all combined into the Language Arts Student Workbook makes it easier to stay focused and get the day completed. We can easily transition between handwriting/copy work, poetry, grammar, etc. Most days only offer a page of work, so I would likely be inclined to add a little more, however I think it would be fine as a stand alone as long as your child doesn’t need extra practice. If they do, the Phonics Practice Sheets are perfect for that!
My daughter didn’t mind doing the work, although it wasn’t her favorite thing. She found it a bit easy, but I think that it was great to help give her more confidence in her language arts studies. The work is fairly simple and not distracting with pictures and colors so that worked great for her personality type.
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Meal Plan Monday
It’s a new day. It’s a new week. Yesterday was my 33rd birthday and we were able to celebrate with a few of our community group friends. One of these dear friends brought me some beautiful tulips!!
Thank you so much to the readers that commented and sent me messages about my “Getting Real” blog post. It’s good to know I’m not the only one that struggles with not “drowning” in the day to day. I can breathe a little easier as the play is over for my big kids! That means no more late night practices or early morning plays! It was fun though and the kids did great!
This week brings another busy week at the new house! Meeting with the septic tank cleaners, more painting, 18 month checkup for the baby (CAN YOU BELIEVE IT!!), ducts cleanout from our friends at Athens Servpro (highly recommend them – the owners are our dear friends), hopefully finding someone to put down flooring (any recommendations??), and then hopefully moving in next week! We really just wanted the house to be completely ready when we move in and it’s going along great! So thrilled!
Let’s see if this week can go a little smoother in the dinner department. I think only 1 or 2 dinners last week went according to plan! It was one of those weeks!
Monday: Omelettes, sausage, biscuits
Tuesday: Paprika Chicken, salad
Wednesday: Chicken Fajita Casserole, green beans
Thursday: Tacos
Friday: Leftovers
Saturday: Lazy Lasagna
Sunday: Chicken Enchiladas, salad
What are you making this week?
8 Instant Pot Accessories to Make Cooking Simpler!
The other day, I finally bought an Instant Pot. I had an electric pressure cooker with a different brand but I was very unhappy with it. The teflon pan was peeling, which is not good! Fortunately I was able to take it back and got the Instant Pot instead. Once I got the pot, I have been wanting to snag Instant Pot accessories. I’m truly amazed at all the Instant Pot accessories and add-on parts that you can get for it! It almost reminds me of my Kitchen-Aid mixer and all the millions of add-on gadgets that are available.
I do like my Instant Pot and am thankful that it helps make this busy mom’s life simpler! It’s so easy to make the kids a quick Pressure Cooker Macaroni and Cheese for when we are having a busy day.
I was browsing on Amazon and wanted to share with you guys all of these fun Instant Pot accessories that I found. Now I have to decide which ones to get! I’m definitely thinking about the cake pans and the lid! And maybe an extra bowl!
- Instant Pot cake pan has an internal diameter of 6.5” and an internal depth of 2.5” and fits onto the Silicone trivet for easy removal from your Instant Pot
- The springform silicone pan is perfect for cheesecake, regular cakes and delicate desserts.
- Tempered glass bottom lets you bake, cut and serve on the same attractive platter
Stainless Steel Extra 6 Qt Pot:
- Mirror-polished surface for easy cleaning and less sticky to food
- Dishwasher-safe
- Perfect for an extra pot!
- Specifically designed for many Instant Pot models, our lid creates an air-tight and water-tight seal on inner pots. Perfect for storing and reheating leftovers, keeping food fresh, maintaining food temperature and retaining steam while cooking
- I think this would come in handy if you prep meals beforehand!
- Instant Pot Loaf Pan has an internal length of 6.5”, width of 3.75” and depth of 2.5” and fits onto the silicone trivet for easy removal from your Instant Pot.
- The silicone loaf pan is perfect for baking breads and cakes in your Instant Pot
- Tempered glass bottom lets you bake, cut and serve on the same attractive platter
- Instant Pot Ceramic non-stick interior coating, plastic PTFE and PFOA free
- Genuine Instant Pot accessory. Dishwasher safe
- Can be used in any of the 6 L Instant Pot electric pressure cookers
- A pair of Silicone Mini-Mitts to grip the Instant Pot inner pot whilst Sautéing or lifting out of the cooker
- Dishwasher safe
- Ridged gripping surface, non-stick
- Comfortable and easy to put on
- Professional Grade Tempered Glass with a Steam-Release Vent and Stainless Steel Rim
- Colorless Transparent Glass for Clear Viewing
- Removable handle extends and locks into position for filling and transporting and retracts to accommodate pot lids while steaming
- Handle hole for fork keeps hands away from steam
- Steamer fits pots 8” in diameter and up
Meal Plan Monday
What a beautiful weekend! I had a great time going thrift shopping with a friend, the kids had lots of friends come play, and then wrapped it up with a beautiful Sunday where we spent all day outside after church. Loving this unseasonably warm weather!
Here’s what we are making this week. The chicken and okra casserole is something that I have been thinking about making and am finally putting it together. I hope to have the recipe up later this week if it turns out okay. I have some creamy chicken goodness in mind but we will see what the family has to say about it first.
Monday: picnic at the park – sandwiches, fruit, snacks
Tuesday: Dinner out
Wednesday: Chicken and okra casserole
Thursday: Trim Mac Salad
Friday: Pizza (on plan pizza for me!)
Saturday: Leftovers or create your own dinner
Sunday: Southwest Chicken in the Crockpot, brown rice, salad
What are you making this week?
The Dillard House Celebrates 100 Years!
The Dillard House reached out to invite my husband and I up to check out what all they have to offer and to learn about the many plans for their 100 year celebration. We eagerly took the beautiful drive from Athens up to Dillard, Georgia and had a wonderful time. Below you’ll find The Dillard House review based on our recent experiences.
About the Dillard House:
The Dillard House is so happy to celebrate 100 years this year! This beautiful place features lodging, stables, meeting rooms, an inn, and cottages nestled up in the Little Tennessee River Valley of North Georgia. The views are breathtaking, whether you visit in the springtime or winter.
The Dillard House restaurant features your favorite southern dishes served family style. Breakfast consists of sausage, eggs, biscuits, grits, pancakes, among others! The restaurant is also open for lunch and dinner. This is one place where you want to arrive hungry, but there is not a chance you will leave hungry!
Throughout the property, you’ll find beautiful cottages, a darling inn with comfortable beds and views, and even a chalet village.
Our Dillard House Review:
My husband and I had an absolute marvelous time during our night stay at The Dillard House. The only thing I would change would be for us to stay longer! I spent time with The Dillard House reps to learn more regarding the 100 year celebration and my husband spent his time reading on the porch outside of our room at the Inn. Afterward, we held hands and explored the quiet grounds, visiting the horses, petting zoo, and finding quiet places to talk and refresh.
I am such a mountain girl and the mountains here are just gorgeous! There is something about them that just draws me back!
If you haven’t been to The Dillard House, you are certainly missing out. With breathtaking views, a calm and quiet atmosphere, and incredible food, it’s a great place for a romantic getaway or even a trip with friends or family. Our church has been taking a group here every year for many years as part of the ladies’ retreat.
Remember to always come to the Dillard House restaurant hungry! Check this out! And we could get more of anything that we wished! They will even give you a to-go box afterward so nothing is wasted.
Mark Your Calendar for Upcoming Events:
During the media event, the Dillard House reps told us all about upcoming events on their grounds. These you won’t want to miss! We are hoping to get back up for the Total Eclipse Extravaganza!
- March 18: A Celtic Centennial: The O’Dillards Save You Green on St. Pat’s Weekend – Finnegan’s Farewell Mystery Dinner Theatre, presented by North Georgia Players
- March 25: Wine, Dine and Punchlines: A Taste of North Georgia Vineyards with Wine Coach Laurie Forster and featuring Guest Chef Tim Dondero
- July 22: Brew and Crew Beer Tasting Dinner: We provide the brew. You bring the crew.
- Aug. 21: Total Eclipse Extravaganza: Experience a once-in-a-lifetime event while viewing the Solar Eclipse from The Dillard House lawn. Enjoy at 2-night packagewhich includes free breakfast and solar glasses! Feast on a BBQ lunch with delicious sides for $15.95 before the eclipse.
- September 16: Dishin’ and Junkin’: A Day with New York Times Bestselling Author Mary Kay Andrews
Huge thank you to The Dillard House for hosting a fun event and for providing us with a night stay in the inn so we could provide this Dillard House review. We had a blast and look forward to returning!
Meal Plan Monday
Wow. It’s Monday again! I can’t believe how fast this year has flown by so far! This week we will have a couple friends staying with us so needing some easy and cheap(er) meals for starters.
We have just a few weeks until we move, so things are a little bit chaotic around here! No end in sight!
Here’s what we are making this week:
Monday: Pizza, salad
Tuesday: Hamburgers, limas, salad
Wednesday: Black beans and rice
Thursday: Poppyseed Chicken, green beans
Friday: chicken enchiladas, salad
Saturday: Meatloaf, broccoli, brown rice
Sunday: Lasagna, salad
What are you making this week?
World of Wonder Park Demolition
I know you all have been super excited about the NEW WOW park, and that has been making us wonder what will happen to the old one. Just got the following press release to let you guys know:
The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department announces that with the new World of Wonder Park fully online, park maintenance crews are preparing to close the former World of Wonder Playground for demolition.
Originally constructed in 2004, the original WOW Playground provided thousands of children endless hours of adventure. Rapid deterioration of the original playground, however, led Athens-Clarke County to begin a replacement project in 2015. This SPLOST-funded replacement project culminated in the opening of the new WOW Park at Southeast Clarke Park this past December.
With the new play area open, the original WOW Playground is scheduled to close the week of February 13 as crews fence off the area in preparation to remove the old structure. Current plans call for the handprint wall, brick plaza, time capsule, and dedication monument for the original playground to remain in place as a reminder of the amazing community effort–both financially and in terms of volunteer labor–that created the original playground.
Several donors have inquired as to the disposition of the named fence pickets built into the perimeter fence for the playground. While the fence itself will not be kept, named pickets will be retained and available for pickup March 15-December 31, 2017. Donors interested in claiming their picket should email ParkMaintenance@
The demolition project and associated restoration of the area is expected to take several months to complete. As always we ask that all patrons use caution when near any construction area and follow all posted signage, fencing, and barricades throughout our parks.
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