Homemade French Bread Recipe
We had a family dinner the other day and I was in charge of bringing bread. We were having pasta so I really wanted to bring French bread but I have never made it before. I didn’t want to go buy it because we are on a no spend challenge. After looking around I finally [...]
Eastern vs. Western Parenting
I’m a pretty laid back mom. I expect my kids to take responsibility for themselves in a lot of situations. I want them to do their homework without me standing over them. I want them to do their chores without me nagging them. I want them to find their passions and explore their own interests. [...]
Anniversary Equals A Family Tradition
What would one expect for their very first wedding anniversary? A romantic dinner out? A bouquet of beautiful red roses? A Domino’s Pizza? No? No pizza? Oh shoot, I guess Big Daddy and I got it all wrong then. Darn. January 16, 1999 we celebrated our first wedding anniversary. We couldn’t afford a baby-sitter for [...]
Easiest & Best Banana Bread
Banana Bread 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 cup melted butter 2 cups flour 2 mashed bananas 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (optional) Mix sugar, butter and eggs. Add bananas. Stir in flour and baking soda. Add chocolate chips. Bake 350 degrees. Loaf: Approx. 50 minutes Mini Loaves: Approx. 35 minutes [...]
