I found a huge package of mushrooms on clearance this week, so I have a couple of recipes planned that feature mushrooms. I also am trying out a new low carb recipe that I will share with you if it turns out ok, it sounds delicious at least. Monday- Buffalo chicken bites (new recipe) and… Continue reading Low Carb Menu Plan
Author: Clinging to the Little Way
I am a Catholic mother trying to stay on the Path to Holiness and inspire others to come along on the journey.
Five Frugal Things
1. Thrift store deals I found two pairs of like-new pajama pants for my son for just $1 each and scored two almost brand new Captain Underpants books for $.50 each...Tra La La Laaaaa! **Captain Underpants humor:) This also led to a great life lesson for my son. When I brought home the books, I… Continue reading Five Frugal Things
Goal Update Week 3
1.Walk 500 miles this year I was a slacker this past week and only walked 6 miles. So my total mileage for the year: 24 miles down and 476 miles to go 2. Eat less than 30 net carbs a day I did this 6 out of 7 days this week 3. Add twelve new… Continue reading Goal Update Week 3
Learning with Pinterest (Snow edition)
This week we had a snow day, so we decided to focus our science and art on all things snow related, like polar bears, the Arctic, snowmen, and Eskimos. Luckily, between Pinterest and our library we had a ton of really cute ideas to choose from. Books we read: Snow Bear by Jean Craighead George: … Continue reading Learning with Pinterest (Snow edition)
Low Carb Weekly Menu Plan
I have missed posting my menu plans for the past two weeks, so here are a few of the meals we have eaten lately: 1. Pork loin in the crockpot, buttered steamed carrots, broccoli and cheese (This was probably my easiest meal this week. I simply sprinkled the pork loin with garlic salt and pepper… Continue reading Low Carb Weekly Menu Plan
Low Carb Chicken Parmesan (Gluten-free)
I happened upon the idea for this recipe while I was trying to find an alternative way to make my daughter's favorite meal, Chicken Parmesan, gluten-free. I tried many different ways to make the breading, but they all turned out to be either gummy or weird, so I decided to try something more simple...just parmesan… Continue reading Low Carb Chicken Parmesan (Gluten-free)
Five Frugal Things
Here are some of the things we did last week to save money: 1. Made homemade pizza and dessert for Family Game Night We had a subpar pizza experience this time due to a new brand of flour, which yielded a really thick dough, but everyone ate it anyways and we finished up with homemade… Continue reading Five Frugal Things
Goal Update Week 2
1. Walk 500 miles this year I walked 9 miles this week, so I am off to a great start. **18 miles down and only 482 to go 2. Eat less than 30 net carbs Made it 6 out of 7 days: I ran out of eggs one morning this week, so I chose to… Continue reading Goal Update Week 2
Learning with Pinterest-Hibernation
My kids love to do crafts and art projects but I am always at a loss as to what to make. Luckily there is this wonderful, addictive site called Pinterest that always has the answer. If you combine Pinterest with library books and random art supplies, you have a really cheap way to teach a… Continue reading Learning with Pinterest-Hibernation
Saving You $$$
Here are three easy ways that you can save money on household items: 1. Use less This is really the easiest way to save money across so many categories. Unnecessary waste really adds up over time. Just think of how much toilet paper a toddler uses every time they go to the bathroom (way too… Continue reading Saving You $$$
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