Recently in A Hen’s Nest

Four Fun Family Vacation Ideas for Older Kids

zoo trip 2011

Once a child hits a certain age, some parents assume that they can no longer keep their offspring properly entertained. I admit, it can sometimes be a challenge to get my older children excited about spending the day with mom and dad. Parents may believe that there are few acceptable options when it … [Continue Reading...]

Green Alligator baby bubble bath #babygifts

celadon road baby

When it comes to bath time, natural is always best, especially for baby. The Green Alligator bubble bath from Celadon Road is a great green alternative to regular bubble bath. Organic, green and socially conscious, Celadon Road has a wide variety of all-natural products for your everyday household … [Continue Reading...]

Wordless Wednesday – The Scrambler #ww

fair week

It was a great night at the fair, even though we only stayed for a little bit, I had my favorite fair fries and Pie rode a few rides. This photo is absolutely horrible but I like it and I'm sharing it anyways! Ewwww, that's a b-o-y sitting next to Pie's friend! The joys of Middle School. ☛ I want … [Continue Reading...]

$9.95 Never Ending Pasta Bowl & $14.99 Endless Shrimp

olive garden never ending pasta bowl

It's that time of year again --Never Ending Pasta Bowl season at Olive Garden! Sure, pasta is easy to make at home but Olive Garden has the best Alfredo sauce, ever. I wouldn't miss a chance to eat a plate {or two} of my favorite pasta dish, with no effort on my part! Now in it's 17th year, the … [Continue Reading...]

Twotara gender neutral reversible baby clothing #babygifts

twotara gender neutral newborn clothes

Finding a baby gift for an expectant mom and dad who don't know the baby's gender yet can be a challenge! There are so many cute little outfits for little girls and boys, it's hard to resist! Sure, you can always buy another green and yellow sleeper or white onesies to keep the gift neutral, but … [Continue Reading...]

On Our Table

Welch’s Share Your Moments + PB&J Cookies! #Sharewhatsgood

Welchs-peanut-butter-cookies

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Welch's. I received product samples to facilitate my review, and a promotional item as a thank you for participating. This photograph of my cousin, daughter and son at his graduation party in July makes me smile every time I see … [Read More...]

Bake Sale Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

soft chocolate chip cookies

When I dropped my daughter off at basketball practice tonight, I realized that I had forgotten something. Everyone was carrying various trays and bags of cookies which reminded me that I was also supposed to bring 2 dozen cookies for this weekend's bake sale. Woops! A stop at the store, 2 hours, … [Read More...]

Chicken Noodle Soup with Fresh Homemade Egg Noodles

I wasn't planning on posting this chicken noodle soup recipe, hence the horrible quality cell phone photos!  Once the family tried it, though-- we decided it was probably one of the best soups I have ever made!  Which means I had to share it so I would remember just how I threw it together!  The … [Read More...]

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Home & Garden

diy rustic wheel herb container garden project

DIY Rustic Wheel Herb Garden How-To #MiracleGroProject

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Miracle-Gro for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Gardening should be fun!  I love to … [Read More...]

my weekly menu board

DIY Photo Frame Menu Board with Fellowes Saturn2 95 Laminator

I know I have been saying it a LOT, but it is almost time for our kids to go back to school! Nine more days until the big day! We have been getting … [Read More...]

Family Moments

Dinosaur Park 1988 - Rapid City, South Dakota

Dad and The Giant Dinosaur :: Throw Back Thursday #tbt

I have wanted to participate in Throwback Thursday for a while now, but I always forget! Not today! I dug out some old photos and hope to remember to … [Read More...]

recipe book from a mini photo album

Preserve Memories with a DIY Photo Album Recipe Book #CanonPIXMA

This is a sponsored conversation inspired by the Canon PIXMA MG7120. All thoughts and opinions are genuine and 100% my own. For more information on … [Read More...]