Kathleen | Roots & Boots
Tips for Planning a Marriage Getaway Weekend
It Keeps Getting Better We have a great marriage. Notice I didn’t use the word “perfect”–we definitely have our issues and have had a number of bumps along the way. But the bottom line is that Mr. Native Texan and I both are fiercely committed to our marriage. It’s been more than ten years since we…
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Banana Dippers: Easy Gluten-Free Dessert
Here’s a fun and easy idea for a special treat that your whole family will love: Banana Dippers. Banana Dippers are like the humble country cousin of the more dignified Chocolate Fondue: something yummy dipped in melted chocolate. Plus, they make an easy gluten-free dessert.
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New Bigger LunchBots and a Special Offer {Today Only}
Remember the awesome LunchBots Stainless Steel Lunch Containers that we LOVE here at the Yankee Homestead? Guess what: they are now available in a larger size, perfect for adult lunches! Hooray! And today only, if you order a larger LunchBots, you’ll receive a free condiment container. We love those, too!
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Exploring Nature With Kids: Winter Nature Walk {Animal Tracks}
Winter may not seem like the ideal time for a Nature Walk, but don’t let the cold snowy weather prevent you from enjoying the great outdoors. I guarantee you’ll make a few discoveries that will outweigh the effort required to execute a Winter Nature Walk. For more tips and inspiration, check out: Exploring Nature…
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Favorite Stories and Poems for Winter Weather
I don’t know about you, but we’re currently buried in snow. About 16 inches of it, to be exact. Wonderful Books about Snow At the Yankee Homestead, one of the best things about snow is all the wonderful books that are just perfect for snowy day reading. In fact, we never know which one to…
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Breaking News from Chick-fil-A: Antibiotic-Free Chicken
Did you catch this post: Changes at Chick-fil-A: A Step in the Right Direction? In that post, I shared about a few positive changes implemented recently by Chick-fil-A, but lamented that the chicken itself could benefit from some improvements. Well, guess what:
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
I suppose there are a few people in this world who do not like chocolate, but none of them live at my house. We love our chocolate here at the Yankee Homestead! And what, I ask you, goes better with chocolate than peanut butter? Technically, you could use any nut butter in this recipe. For…
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5 Effective Alternatives to Scolding: Inspirational Models
While scolding may not ruin a child, it’s certainly not the the most effective way to reach the hearts of my children. In the attempt to replace scolding with more meaningful methods of communication, I’ve discovered a few alternatives that have worked well at our house. I’m sharing them here, not as an expert who’s…
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Exploring Nature With Kids: Winter Nature Walk {Getting Started}
Don’t let frigid temperatures keep you from getting outside and exploring nature! With a simple plan and proper attire, a winter nature walk can become a highlight of your nature adventures.
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