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25 Things Older Kids Can Do This Summer that Teach Them Life Skills

Older kids can have fun this summer without a lot of money.  There's more to do than just work on that tan! They can learn some life skills that they can actually use. They can broaden their scope to learn about others and give a helping hand to those in need. And they can chalk up some good activities to list on their college applications! 1.  … [Read more...]

Cherries Jubilee: Easy and Impressive

Want a fancy dessert that is super simple? Believe it or not, cherries jubilee works for that. All you need is one can of cherry pie filling and 1/2 cup brandy. The linked recipe gives directions for making the flambe work safely. Be sure to let your guests see the flambe as it's part of the entertainment. Spoon some of this deliciousness … [Read more...]

Genuine Hawaiian Teriyaki Sauce and a Delicious Stir-Fry Combination

This is a very simple sauce to make and adds great flavor to many stir-fried dishes. You can add a little sugar or brown sugar if you want it sweeter.We ate at a fantastic Japanese restaurant last night. My bowl was a stir-fry of slices of steak, red peppers, broccoli florets, pea pods, onions, and bamboo shoots served on brown rice and topped by … [Read more...]

Older Kids: Beat Boredom over the Summer

I'm reposting this from last year because it's still timely. The linked article has about 50 suggestions for older kids to have fun this summer without a lot of money. Don't forget you can earn money babysitting, mowing lawns, doing chores for people, etc. Work on a project that will help others. Take a Red Cross Lifeguard class so you could be a … [Read more...]

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“Maggie, the truths in your experiences, your real-ness, and your humble spirit just shines.--------------- "Thanks again for keeping the ingredients to a minimum… (have you ever searched for sauerkraut and pork chop recipes oh my goodness!!)" --------------------- "Wow, Maggie! Awesome tips here. And I WISH my fridge was as organized as the one pictured. Good kitchen organization and de-cluttering can make you want to cook more. It’s all about the experience. ------------------- "I love these suggestions! I’ve got two teens headed to college with only one year apart so I’m definitely going to encourage my kids to look into these opportunities.------------------------- Maggie, I'm impressed by your blog, informative, to the point, smart.------------------------ Maggie you have the best recipes!

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