Locals and Semi-Locals: It's GAME DAY! Waldorf University is playing Trinity Bible College at Bolstorff Field. It would mean so much to me if you would drop by the Waldorf University Football game TONIGHT (Saturday the 3rd) and show your support for these young men and the TEAM they ...
What Should I Take to a Blog Conference?
I’m attending my first Blog Conference next weekend, and I already started thinking a few weeks ago about what I would be bringing with me (aside from my usual necessities, which are my cell phone, a good lip balm, and some cash). I don’t want to take too much stuff with me that I feel like I’m ...
The North Iowa Home & Landscaping Show is coming THIS WEEKEND!
The 2016 North Iowa Home & Landscaping Show in Mason City, Iowa is coming THIS WEEKEND! It runs Friday, March 4th through Sunday, March 6th. You can find the hours and details on their website: http://northiowahomeshow.com/ My husband and I went to this Home Show several years ago when we ...
I Love a Small Town
I love a small town where I can make 5 stops in less than an hour. With 3 kids in tow. A town where I can cash a handful of checks at the bank, even if one of them didn't exactly have my name on it. A town where I can send 2/3 of my kids into a storefront alone, without any hesitation or worry ...
Satisfying the Sweet Tooth: Local Honey
This little girl of mine has a definite sweet tooth. There is no doubt she got it from her mama. oops! While I don't mind enjoying a treat now and then, and believe me I do, I realize how important it is to fill our bodies with real food. She and I both like the sweetness of pitted dates, but ...
Scoopy Doos Ice Cream and More
In my last post I talked about making a Summer Bucket List. If you’re anywhere within driving distance of Forest City, Iowa and you ARE making a summer bucket list, I suggest adding a trip to Scoopy Doos. There are also have several local parks you could stop at. My three enjoy the triple ...
Kitchen Gadgets Giveaway: Part 1.
I recently picked up this set of 3pc Fruit Scoop Set from the consignment shop, NU2U in Forest City. NU2U is a well-organized second hand store on the main street of town, and they run SALES! The prices are great anyway, but once you add in the sales, it’s like a total no-brainer to shop there! I ...
The Barrel Drive-In: More Than Just Another Restaurant
Our youngest had her own little soda with her chicken kid's meal at the Barrel Drive in yesterday. Hey, no judgment please, we are making memories here! She hasn't really tasted much soda before, but REALLY enjoyed this treat. Check out the video: I mean really though, who wouldn't love homemade ...
Monday Madness: Visit Your Local Library
Monday Madness As if Mondays aren’t busy enough, let me add one more thing for you to consider adding to your “to-do” list. Take time this week to visit your local library. If you don’t have a library card, sign up for one. If you enjoy your visit make a plan to go back the next week ...