By Holly Giles | Recipes
Aunt Ollie’s veggie pizza rounds were on the menu when we visited this summer. My husband Curtis grew up on these yummy delights, but for the boys and I, this was our first time.
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By Holly Giles | Recipes
Have you ever heard of Butterscotch blonde brownies? These beauties are a perfect treat for the kids and they have some veggies hidden inside! My husband says that brownies are not blonde, only brown, so I should call it cake. These blondes have more fun with some butterscotch and carrots mixed in for good measure. […]
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By Holly Giles | Family , handicrafts , homeschooling , Recipes
Summertime just beckons homemade ice cream, reading the Little House series and making up some fun games for the kids. I love to find good books to read to my boys under a tree at local parks, in the swing in the back yard or when we are on a trip. This year we are re-visiting […]
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By Holly Giles | Field Trips , homeschooling , Nature Study , Recipes
It is time to get picking again. Grab a basket and head to the nearest u-pick farm for some tasty fun and a math lesson. Strawberries are my favorite fruit to pick. I have loved them since I was a little girl. Maybe it was my grandmother’s short cake that made them so good. Either […]
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By Holly Giles | Family , handicrafts , Recipes
I always seem to need a last minute gift. Do you? I enjoy giving homemade items because I believe it is a thoughtful gift, and it definitely helps our budget. Pancake mix in a jar is fun and easy. I keep many jars of preserves and jam we have made throughout the year and most of our family knows they […]
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By Holly Giles | Family , Field Trips , Great Outdoors , homeschooling , popular , Recipes
Even though it is hot here in summer, there are loads vegetables and fruits that are in season and abundant for feeding hungry boys! Let’s face it ya’ll, it is hot here in Florida and even sitting at my computer makes me sweat. I don’t like to sweat unless it is a planned sweat. Do […]
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By Holly Giles | Boy Crafting , Family , handicrafts , homeschooling , Recipes
A friend of mine recently brought me a bag full of fresh lettuce and herb mix from her garden. What a treat! I have not had time to do any gardening but I love to have fresh salad greens and herbs. This gave me a thought on a great gift idea! Giving potted salad greens and herbs, small […]
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By Holly Giles | Family , handicrafts , homeschooling , Recipes
Cowboy cookies are a favorite around the Frontier. Every few years we put them on our gift giving list. They are are always a hit and I want to share them with you! First you need a couple of eager kitchen helpers. Lining up jars, measuring, pouring and covering the floor with flour is their specialty. […]
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By Holly Giles | handicrafts , Recipes
Homemade holidays continues with a gift for mommies! The kids can pitch in and mix up these simple ingredients for a fantastic gift on a budget. Cafe Au Lait reminds me of Cafe DuMonde in the French Quarter in New Orleans. Have you ever been to that cafe? The […]
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By Holly Giles | Family , homeschooling , Recipes
Our tradition of gift giving is from the heart. Or in lay men’s terms, homemade. There are many beautiful things I would love to buy for my family and friends, however my budget is tight. I hope teaching my boys to be creative and thoughtful with handmade items will show them the true value in a […]
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