$300 Target Back to School Giveaway

Happy Monday! I hope you had a great weekend!! We are heading into our last week of summer break....the kiddos got their teacher assignments in the mail this weekend and we (finally) did our school supply shopping yesterday. So I guess this is really happening! But not before we take one final week to enjoy summer! Jorden is off work all week and we have a bunch of fun things planned - a day at the zoo, an overnight at a water park, a few meals out, a trip to an amusement park....so much fun! And then.....back to school!!

Have you done your back to school shopping yet?? Because if not, don't worry....I've got you covered! I've teamed up with an AMAZING group of bloggers to offer you the chance to win an AWESOME prize - a $300 gift card to Target! (Does it get any better?) I'd love it if you'd take a minute to say hello to each of them....and then, of course, I'd love it if you'd enter (and WIN!!)

Green Apple Salsa

Tart Granny Smith apples, zesty cilantro, and tangy apple cider vinegar come together in this deliciously crisp and refreshing Green Apple Salsa!

Well....I am happy to report that we made it through the week! The house didn't burn down, the basement didn't flood, and we are all still alive! I realize this doesn't sound like much of a feat....but when your husband is out of town following back-to-back vacations and you are alone with 3 over-tired kids who are completely thrown off their schedules, it sure feels like one!!

BBQ Chicken Apple Pizza

This BBQ Chicken Apple Pizza has all the flavors of the original, with the delicious addition of apples and cilantro...and extra bbq sauce drizzled on top! Made with individual flatbread crusts, this pizza comes together in no time at all and is sure to be a hit with the whole family!

Anyone who has ever looked inside my fridge can tell you that I have a slight issue with condiments.....and by issue, I mean obsession! My fridge is packed-to-the-gills full....to the point where things are often falling out on you while you're looking for something....and I think it's safe to say that 50 percent of it is condiments!! I'm sure you think I'm exaggerating....(who has that many condiments in their fridge?)....but if you would take a look, you would understand!

Apple & Spice Oatmeal Cream Pies

Oatmeal Cream Pies are back....this time, with the delicious twist of Apple & Spice! The perfect treat for fall....you won't be able to resist the flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, cream cheese, and apple that make this twist on a classic over-the-top delicious!

Growing up in a family of 6 when your dad is a social worker and your mom stays at home, money is a little tight....and one thing you definitely get used to is being told no. Don't get me wrong - my parents made all the important things happen - like sports and music lessons and family vacations and college- but when it came to frivolous purchases, like candy in the checkout lane, sodas at the stadium, or individually packaged treats....forget it!!

Harvest Chicken Salad Pita

This Harvest Chicken Salad is bursting with the delicious flavors of apples, walnuts, feta cheese, golden raisins, red onion, and sweet balsamic dressing. A little taste of fall....in a pita!

Hey, Everyone! Happy Tuesday!! I hope your week is off to a great start....I spent the start of mine on vacation with my entire family! We rented out a huge, beautiful house about 2 hours from home and spent the weekend hanging out, playing games, going to the pool, making meals, taking care of 7 kids between us, and enjoying one another's company (at least most of the time....) And did I mention eating? Oh yeah....we did a LOT of eating. 

Tomato-Dill Soup

This Creamy Tomato-Dill Soup is loaded with vegetables and bursting with flavor! A delicious, healthy choice for lunch or dinner....and a great way to use up all your garden vegetables!

I'm pretty sure my love of tomato soup started in college....only back then, my tomato soup wasn't anything like this! No, back in college, tomato soup meant a packet of powder you mixed with hot water and stirred....perfect for eating on the go....but definitely not the real thing! It's funny how our tastes evolve - in college, I was perfectly fine with powdered soup and semi-stale bagels. But now? Now it would take a lot for me to think that was a good idea.

Mediterranean Tuna Wrap

Mediterranean Tuna Wraps combine albacore tuna, fresh veggies, kalamata olives, sun dried tomatoes and feta cheese in a delicious wrap that is perfect for an on-the-go lunch!

One of the things I am most curious about, when the kids go back to school, is how Nora and I will fill 5 days a week together.....all day, every day! Of course I love to spend time with her, and she and I have a decent amount of alone time already (any time the older two sneak off to play with neighbors or have some Nora-free time)...but 5 days a week is a lot of time to spend with a two year old...no matter how much you love them!

Vanilla Cake Batter Muffin Tops

Vanilla Muffin Tops + Rainbow Sprinkles + Powdered Sugar Glaze + More Rainbow Sprinkles =

a VERY happy birthday breakfast!!

Today we are celebrating Greta's 5th Birthday! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Greta!! 4 has been an awesome year for you...(much better than 3, if I may say so)...and I can't wait to see what 5 holds! Kindergarten, soccer, new friends, learning to read, maybe losing your first tooth? Whatever it is, I have no doubt you will rock it!!