Ready for a delicious way to make using leftovers interesting? Cornbread pudding with bacon is a sweet and savory recipe perfect as an easy dinner or side dish. What’s your take on the show “Chopped?” My husband thinks it’s totally unrealistic. I disagree. He doesn’t believe that chefs would have to figure out […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #130
Welcome to the One Hundred Thirtieth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we […]
15 Delicious No-Fuss No-Muss Sheet Pan Recipes
Fewer dishes equals less time cleaning and more family time! Make one of these 15 delicious sheet pan recipes on the busiest weeknights. You won’t regret it. It happens every time. The husband goes away for work for more than a day or so, and all our best laid plans go off the […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #129
Welcome to the One Hundred Twenty Ninth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
Pumpkin Pie Bars with Nutella…It’s Like a Chocolatey Pumpkin Pie!
Pumpkin pie bars with Nutella create a terrifically tasty twist on the classic pumpkin pie. Perfect for parties, you and you guests are going to love them! “Ummm….honey, did you know I already have canned pumpkin in the pantry? And sweetened condensed milk, too.” It’s always interesting when the Husband tries to bake. […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #128
Welcome to the One Hundred Twenty Eighth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
Easy Mummy Dogs for Halloween
This mummy dogs recipe made with crescent rolls is perfect for kids! Make them for a Halloween party or for an easy weeknight Halloween dinner. It’s 5pm and the sun won’t be out much longer. Costumes need fixing, you want decent pictures of your kids in their costumes, and somehow dinner needs to […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #127
Welcome to the One Hundred Twenty Seventh Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
RSVP Reminder | Three Ways to Stay Better Organized
When life gets chaotic, it’s easy to forget to RSVP to kids birthday parties. Try these three tips to keep you organized so you don’t need an RSVP reminder! It happened far more often than I’d like to admit. Despite my best intentions, the deadlines would come and go without proper action on […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #126
Welcome to the One Hundred Twenty Sixth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
How to Host a Last-minute S’mores Party
Need a last-minute party idea that is easy to pull together? Try hosting a s’mores party! This awesome theme is all about the ingredients, which makes decorating so much easier! Nearly three years ago, I spent 10 days killing myself to create a party for my oldest daughter. Our house was transformed. It […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #125
Welcome to the One Hundred Twenty Fifth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
Hostess Tips | When Your Guest Has Severe Food Allergies
Food allergies are becoming more common with kids these days. Here are 7 tips for handling a birthday party or get together when your guest has severe food allergies. Sometimes it’s hard to remember how lucky we are. I don’t have to worry that a friend at school will share a treat from […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #124
Welcome to the One Hundred and Twenty Fourth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a […]
9 Fantastic First Day of School Printables
These 9 first day of school printables are the perfect way to capture the excitement of the new school year. Don’t forget to watch the tips at the end for updating printables year after year! You’ve made sure that the backpacks are still in good condition, the school supply list is checked off. Lunches […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #123
Welcome to the One Hundred and Twenty Third Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a […]
How to Make the Most Adorable Kids Chef Hat | Easy Crafts
Find out how to make a personalized kids chef hat with a store-bought hat and fabric scraps. It’s super easy and only takes a few minutes! You want your party to be unique and coordinated, but you don’t feel like spending hours upon hours creating custom items from scratch. Same here. One of […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #122
Welcome to the One Hundred and Twenty Second Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! – The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are […]
13 Vegan Appetizer Recipes (Even Meat Eaters will Love!)
Even if you love a good hamburger, these 13 vegan appetizer recipes are a tasty way to make your vegan guests feel welcome at your party. Wait…Did I seriously just post that title? Me? The person who fawns over cheesy cornbread, ice cream cakes, and even ice cream bread? Well, yes. But don’t […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #121
Welcome to the Eighty-Fifth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love […]
7 Adorable Ways to Make Fabric Flowers for Clips
Learn how to make fabric flowers clips that can be used for anything from party decorating activities to hair clips and more! You’re standing at the front door greeting a guest for your child’s birthday party. The main activity hasn’t started yet, so what do you do with the kids in the meantime? […]
The Happy Now Blog Link-Up #120
Welcome to the Eighty-Fifth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love […]
Picky Eater Problems: Yes, We Have Those Too!
Even parents who love exotic foods can have kids with picky eater problems. Here’s how we’ve helped our 3 kids past this phase toward becoming mini gourmands! So you and your husband enjoy exotic flavors, but your kids would rather eat mac & cheese or hotdogs. And sometimes it feels impossible to bridge […]
The Happy Now Blog Link-Up #119
Welcome to the One Hundred Nineteenth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we […]
Party Activities for Kids | 5 to 8 Year Olds
Once you’re beyond the toddler years, it can be difficult figuring out party activities for kids that are still too young for complete independence. Read on to find out 20 activities they’ll love and a simple system to make it easy for you, too! Congratulations! Your child is finally past the toddler parties […]
The Happy Now Blog Link-Up #118
Welcome to the One Hundred Eighteenth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we […]
17 Insanely Fun S’mores Cakes and Cupcakes
Nothing says summer like s’mores. Celebrate anytime with these 17 amazing s’mores cakes and cupcakes. From simple to stunning, you’re going to love them all! She took an hour to eat a single one. One hour! That’s right, the first time my middle child had her first s’more, she would only take the […]
The Happy Now Blog Link-Up #117
Welcome to the One Hundred Seventeenth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we […]
Easy Patriotic Snack Mix
Easy patriotic snack mix is filled with fun and flavor! Everyone in the family will enjoy this combination of dried blueberries, chocolate drizzled pretzels, and patriotic candies. It’s so much fun having kids, especially during holidays. Before we got married, the husband and I would enjoy watching July 4th fireworks from my studio […]
The Happy Now Blog Link-Up #116
Welcome to the One Hundred Sixteenth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we […]
This is the Most Adorable Baking Birthday Party for Kids
Come in and take a look at the cutest baking birthday party for kids of all ages! It’s filled with ideas that you can recreate, including games and decorations! I’ve taken everything from six weeks to six months to plan a party, but the most labor-intensive party I ever hosted was my oldest’s […]
4th of July Dessert Recipes for Your Neighborhood BBQ
Heading to a cookout for Independence Day this year? Or maybe you’re hosting a party yourself. Get in the patriotic spirit with these 15 super-fun red, white, and blue 4th of July dessert recipes! Hi there. My name is Leslie, and I like to play with my food. Well, more specifically, I love […]
The Happy Now Blog Link-Up #115
Welcome to the One Hundred Fifteenth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we […]