• March 10, 2023
• General
• Sandy

As you start to think about flower gardening, I thought I would give you a list of the top 10 flowers to plant in the spring. Spring is the perfect time to start planting flowers, as the weather starts to warm up and the days get longer. We are getting close to being ready to […]

• March 10, 2023
• General
• Sandy

A successful garden starts with good soil. In this article, you’ll find tips for preparing your garden’s soil with proper techniques. Before planting anything, it is important to make sure your soil is healthy, nutrient-rich, and well-draining. Here are some tips and techniques for preparing soil for your garden. TEST YOUR SOIL The first step […]

• March 1, 2023
• Giveaway New
• Sandy

Hello fellow bookworms! Are you ready for some humor and laughter while we talk about our love for reading? Because let’s be honest, nothing is more entertaining than a good book – except maybe a good joke. First of all, let’s talk about how reading can be an escape from reality. I mean, who wouldn’t […]

• February 28, 2023
• Giveaway New
• Sandy

Giveaway runs from March 1st to March 31st, 2023 DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO FROG REVIEWS AND RAMBLINGS BY CLICKING ON THE BUTTON ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THIS PAGE, SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT ON FUTURE GIVEAWAYS. ******I am excited to bring you the SECOND large Giveaway of 2023. I told you last month […]

• February 17, 2023
• General
• Sandy

Spring is a wonderful time of the year for gardening enthusiasts. It’s a time when the weather starts to warm up, the days get longer, and the garden comes back to life. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a beautiful and productive garden in the spring. Gardening has always been a huge […]

• February 11, 2023
• General
• Sandy

The state of Washington is home to a ton of different pests that can be problematic for homeowners in general.  You will encounter everything from rodents to termites and all little nasty creepy crawly things in between.  In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the pests found in the state and […]

• January 27, 2023
• General
• Sandy

Saving is an essential tool to teach your children/grandchildren. Gather some great tips here!

• January 25, 2023
• Blogger Opps
• Sandy

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• January 24, 2023
• Nana's Life, Raising Grandchildren
• Sandy

Raising Teenage Grandchildren: A Guide To Keeping Your Sanity

#grandchildren, #raisingkids, #family, #socialmedia #parenting,

• January 22, 2023
• Nana's Life, Raising Grandchildren
• Sandy

Raising teenage grandchildren can be a wild ride. One minute they’re sweet and innocent, the next they’re slamming doors and rolling their eyes. But don’t worry, you’re not alone. Here are a few tips for surviving the teenage years with your grandkids: Stock up on snacks. Teenagers are always hungry, and they’ll eat you out […]

• October 31, 2022
• General
• Sandy

Do you love gaming?  We live in a world where people do most things digitally.   Playing games is one of the most popular things to do in our family.  We love to play physical games as well as play them digitally. I’m fairly certain that everybody has their own game they enjoy playing on […]

• September 2, 2022
• General, Recipes
• Sandy

cowboy candy Do you or your family love hot stuff? Of course this recipe is only as hot as your Jalapeno’s are. I have made about 6 or 7 batches of this so far in the past couple weeks. Some of them have not been so hot and others , well let’s just say my […]

• August 29, 2022
• Nana's Life, Raising Our Granddaughters
• Sandy

It has been months since I gave an update on raising our 2 oldest granddaughters.   I will start with a quick recap of how we got to this point in life.  About 8 years ago, our oldest daughter started her fight with addiction and she brought her girls to live with their Papa and I.  […]

• August 26, 2022
• General
• Sandy

Simple Ways to Supplement Your Child’s Education at Home
#kids, #education, #children, #teaching, #raisingkids, #backtoschool

• August 21, 2022
• General
• Sandy

How To Help Children Face Life’s Extraordinary Challenges
#children, #kids, #challenges, #raisingkids, #grandchildren, #struggles, #rolemodeling, #kidsplaytime, #refresh

• February 5, 2022
• General, Nana's Life
• Sandy

So my middle child had to write a paper about somebody she admired. I am humbled to share with you the article she wrote for her college class. When I read what she wrote, she had me in tears, because she chose to write about me. As a mom, we pray that we have an […]

• November 30, 2021
• General, Recipes
• Sandy

1 Box Fudge Brownie Mix 4 oz Cream Cheese, softened 1/4 cup Butter, melted 1 Large Egg 1 Cup Peanut Butter 1 Cup Powdered Sugar 1 Cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine brownie mix, butter ,cream cheese, and egg in a bowl , blend together using a mixer. (if you have […]

• November 28, 2021
• General, Nana's Life
• Sandy

I realized the other day that I have been blogging for 7 years as of December of this year, 2021.   It really doesn’t seem as though it has been that long.  As the saying goes, where has the time gone?   The funny part about blogging , at least my blog, is that it […]

• November 16, 2021
• General, Recipes
• Sandy

I found this recipe someplace on the internet one day as I was scrolling. I wish I could give credit where it is due, but I simply don’t recall where I found it. My husband has always made what our kids have called “honey tea” when they were sick with chest colds and/or a sore […]

• October 6, 2021
• General, Nana's Life
• Sandy

Tips for traveling with teenagers, small children and toddlers

• January 25, 2021
• Nana's Life, Raising Our Granddaughters
• Sandy

It has been months since I wrote a heartfelt blog post.  I find myself feeling all kinds of crazy emotions lately, so I figured now was a great time to start getting back to what I originally created this blog around. I am a grandparent raising grandchildren.   The crazy part of that statement is […]

• January 20, 2020
• Nana's Life, Raising Grandchildren, Raising Our Granddaughters
• Sandy

I wonder how many types of grandparents are out there? What category do you fit into? I figured I’d take a few minutes today and write about some of the different types of grandparents, my husband and I are.   I really think we’re run the full gamut of grandparent types. We are “parents” again […]

• March 11, 2023
• General
• Sandy

Spring break is a great opportunity for families to spend quality time together and create lasting memories. However, as teenagers grow older and become more independent, it can be challenging to find activities that everyone will enjoy. Here are some ideas for a fun and memorable spring break family time with teenagers. ROAD TRIP A […]

• February 5, 2023
• General
• Sandy

Valentine’s Day is a special time of year to show love and appreciation to your loved ones. A great way  to do this is by creating handmade gifts that show how much you care. Here are five heartfelt Valentine’s Day crafts that you can make for your special someone. Handmade Cards A personalized card is […]