Heart Cake

Reading Time: < 1 minute I LOVE this recipe. Of course, the cake’s heart shape symbolizes love. But what I really love about this cake is how easy and foolproof it is to make. Yes, for once, I didn’t destroy the cake during assembly. Supplies 9 in. round cake pan 9 in. square cake or brownie pan 1 box of …

Friendship Bracelets

Reading Time: 2 minutes Looking for a fun, easy way to encourage girls to get to know each other? Try friendship bracelets. It’s a great way to break the ice, to make new friends and to have a reminder about all of the new friendships. Materials Pipe cleaners (one for each child) An assortment of pony beads in Girl …

Yes, Girls Can

Reading Time: 2 minutes Why don’t girls play football? Can they? Can girls go to space? The questions began Saturday. The first round brought a chuckle or two. The second round about whether girls could be scientists, investors and pioneers in space nearly brought tears to my eyes. Why should I have to tell my girls that yes, girls …

Failproof 3- Ingredient Fudge

Reading Time: < 1 minute I cannot bake. It’s hilarious to watch my fails. But this fudge recipe is quick, easy and 100% foolproof. Ingredients 1 can of creamy vanilla frosting 1 bag of white chocolate chips Food coloring Directions Pour the white chocolate chips into a microwavable bowl. Microwave for 1 minute. Add can of frosting to white chocolate …

The Best Compliment to Pay a Parent

Reading Time: 2 minutes From the moment the tiny plus sign or the words “pregnant” appear in the window of the plastic stick, we start dreaming. We hope for the child to be happy and successful. For each of us, how we define those two things vary. Perhaps it comes with being strong, smart, athletic, or adventurous. I dream …