It’s Time to Make Some Christmas Tree Pretzels

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You don’t need the Luck o’ the Irish to make this super tasty treat! With just a few simple ingredients, your little leprechauns will be snacking in no time! Ingredients:Lucky CharmsDry Roasted PeanutsPretzelsMini MarshmallowsRaisins Directions:Add the Lucky Charms, raisins, marshmallows, peanuts, and pretzels to a bowl.Mix ingredients until mixed thoroughly.Serve and Enjoy!Notes:You could get cre...

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There are a handful of recipes that instantly bring smiles in my house, and these peach muffins are at the top of that list. My toddler loves helping me bake them — from pouring flour into our KitchenAid mixer to scooping batter into the muffin tin, he feels like the head chef. Honestly, I love watching him get excited about making food we’ll share together. These muffins are simple, fruity, and p...

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If you are looking for a city that has tons of southern charm, then put Savannah, Georgia at the top of your bucket list! Savannah has so much history and character you’ll want to visit again and again. Speaking of visiting, if you are a fan of St. Patrick’s Day, then you must take a trip down by the river.Did you know that Savannah often ranks third as one of the best cities to celebrate this hol...

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POW/MIA Recognition Day began with the National League of Families of American Prisoners and Missing in Southeast Asia. It was founded in 1966 to lobby the U.S. government and the United Nations for treatment of Prisoners of War in accordance with the Geneva Convention and information on servicemembers declared Missing in Action. Before their efforts, families received little to no information abo...

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POW/MIA Recognition Day began with the National League of Families of American Prisoners and Missing in Southeast Asia. It was founded in 1966 to lobby the U.S. government and the United Nations for treatment of Prisoners of War in accordance with the Geneva Convention and information on servicemembers declared Missing in Action. Before their efforts, families received little to no information abo...

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We all know the fun story of the Teddy Bears that go on a picnic, but let's be real these bears really just want a vacation. What better way to vacation than a fun trip to the beach!?! Unfortunately, a beach isn't in my budget right now, but a fun beach-themed dessert cup is! This is just the thing to put you in the summer mood at a budget we can all afford. It's also delicious and simple enough t...

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Okay, let me tell you this now like a big sister would, because nobody really explains this part of Guard life beforehand. Wearing the uniform on the Fourth of July feels a little emotional in the weirdest way. Not dramatic. Not movie-scene emotional. Just this quiet moment where you look around and realize, “Oh. This is actually part of me now.” While everybody else is posting fireworks pictures,...

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There’s a shift that happens when you put on the uniform. Memorial Day stops being just a long weekend. It stops being about sales, lake plans, or the unofficial start of summer. It becomes quieter. Heavier. More intentional. When you wear the uniform, you don’t just know what the day means...you feel it. You’ve stood in formation during ceremonies where the air felt still in a way you can’t expla...

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When I envisioned myself as a mom before having kids I thought of cute curated snacks and fun crafts. However, I have four kids now and although I love the idea of being a “Pinterest” mom, I feel that more often I resonate with the Amazon Prime moms of the world. This recipe is the perfect combination of both. So, head to your pantry,because most of these ingredients are probably already in there....

My Military Lifestyle

BREAKFAST

There are a handful of recipes that instantly bring smiles in my house, and these peach muffins are at the top of that list. My toddler loves helping me bake them — from pouring flour into our KitchenAid mixer to scooping batter into the muffin tin, he feels like the head chef. Honestly, I love watching him get excited about making food we’ll share together. These muffins are simple, fruity, and p...

My Military Lifestyle

HOLIDAYS

If you are looking for a city that has tons of southern charm, then put Savannah, Georgia at the top of your bucket list! Savannah has so much history and character you’ll want to visit again and again. Speaking of visiting, if you are a fan of St. Patrick’s Day, then you must take a trip down by the river.Did you know that Savannah often ranks third as one of the best cities to celebrate this hol...

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HOLIDAYS

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Want to do a fun activity with your kiddos to get them into the holiday spirit? Well, then you need to check out this 2-part activity using conversation hearts candy! Print a copy of our Heart Sorting sheet.Provide a mini box or a scoop of conversation hearts.Have your kiddo start sorting the candy hearts by color.Want to add an educational aspect to it? ...