Hello friends! How are you? It's been such a sort week! I loved having the day with my family because of the long weekend and holiday. Even though we didn't do a whole lot it was just nice to have the day to sit and be lazy.
Donuts may have been involved.
Mmmkay!
Now, it's your turn... how was your weekend?
Linking up this week with Alissa from Diary of An Addict
Coffee Date 5-31-14 from Andrea Worley on Vimeo.
I love making my own sauces and seasonings. A friend of mine shared her recipe for homemade taco seasoning with me a while ago. It's so good, and I've used it on more than just Mexican dishes. Full of lots of flavors and you probably already have these spices in your pantry.
I keep mine in an air tight glass container stored in my pantry. Here's how you can make your own,
HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING
6 Tablespoons of chili powder
5 teaspoons of paprika
4.5 teaspoons of cumin
2.5 teaspoons onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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When I was a new mom there were so many items that I forgot to have in my bag, or forgot to replace once it was out. When Ava was just a few months old I went out to a restaurant and she had a major poop accident. I ran to the bathroom to change her and to my surprise I didn't have a backup outfit in the diaper bag. I was mortified as I used a million wipes to clean up the mess and make her presentable to go back to the table.
It was then that I learned my lesson to replace outfits and remember to restock the bag! Now, I pack my "mommy bag" to the gills and plan for the unexpected. Here's a little peek inside my bag;
First I use and oversized handbag. I don't like carrying a purse and I diaper bag it's just to much for me so I used one bag for it all.
I carry all the essentials diapers, wipes, a small zipped plastic bag filled with sanitizer, extra pacis, and a bib. Snack cup, and not pictured an extra outfit.
For Me, I carry my planner, wallet, gum. Pen and a pencil, and my car keys.
In a smaller vinyl lined zippered pouch (easy to clean) I carry lip gloss, more sanitizer, and hair ties.
It's not just babies and kids that are accident prone, it's Mommies sometimes too. To make sure I stay "accident" free I always carry a few U by Kotex pads in my purse. Kotex is a brand I trust and have used for years, so it's a natural choice for me.
Ava and I had a little shopping trip to Kmart for shoes this weekend and picked up mommy bag necessities. Plus, you know I'm a saver so I used my 'Shop Your Way' rewards card to save $3. Not a member? Join here.
I throw it all in the bag, and I'm ready for a complete day of errands, play dates and feeling totally prepared.
What's in your Mommy bag? How do you stay organized with your kiddos? Give me your best tips in the comments below.
I love a good cup of coffee. Even more I love a cute mug to put it in. If there's anything I collect in this world it's probably coffee mugs. My kitchen has a few cute mugs in it and I can't resist ones that have a cute monogram or a fun saying on it! Today I've rounded up a few of the cutest mugs on the block.
Perfect for gift giving or for giving yourself!
Do you have a favorite coffee mug you drink in? Where's it from?
What are some of your favorite ways to save on clothing for your kids? I'd love to hear some of your own money saving tricks!
