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Although the WAY we celebrate Easter may look different this year, the reason WHY we celebrate Easter remains the same. The Way to the Savior, by Jeff and Abbey Land, is a timely Easter devotional that can bring your family closer and direct your attention to Jesus during the days and weeks leading up to Easter. This beautifully illustrated book includes forty devotionals designed to be read with your family. Each devotional includes a short story, prayer and “Cross Connection” (an explanation of how the Bible passage can relate to everyday life). I must admit, some of the Cross Connections have caused some contention: “As a family, rate each member on a scale of 1 to 10 on how good he or she is at waiting.” Ouch! Nevertheless, reading The Way to the Savior as a family is a thought-provoking way to turn your heart and mind towards the cross this Easter season.
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With all of this extra time at home, we have definitely been in spring cleaning mode. The April Simply Earth Essential Oil Recipe Box provides recipes and ingredients to make your own non-toxic cleaning solutions.
The April Simply Earth Recipe Box contains the following:
The following recipes are included in this month’s box:
Shine Spray
Grout Scrub
Gunk Remover
Beeswax Furniture Polish
Happy Home Diffuser Blend
Work It Roll On
Shine Spray
This Shine Spray is super simple to make. Just combine vinegar with the Clean & Fresh Essential Oil Blend. It can be used to clean windows, wipe away dust, or on stainless steel. I used it on my refrigerator, and it worked great!
Grout Scrub
One of my least favorite chores is scrubbing grout. One day, I hope to eliminate as much of the grout in our home as possible. Until then, this Simply Earth grout scrub will come in handy.
This grout scrub is also super simple to make. However, because it contains vinegar, it is recommended to use it only one to times a year to avoid damaging grout.
You can definitely tell the difference after using this Grout Scrub. (The left side is the “before” and the right side is the “after”).
Cleaning your home should not have to involve the use of toxic chemicals. Making your own cleaning supplies also reduces excess packaging. The April Simply Earth Recipe Box is an easy way to start cleaning your home in a more environmentally-friendly way..
Simply Earth Promo Code
Simply Earth is offering a great deal for my readers. When you start an Essential Oil Recipe Box Subscription, you will also receive a Big Bonus Box AND a free $40 eGift card when you use the code LIMBYLIMFREE at checkout. (New subscribers only).
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The Basic Bible Atlas, by John A. Beck, is a valuable reference book for anyone who has ever wondered about the geography of the Bible. Through detailed maps and scripture references, Beck shows his readers where different events in the Bible actually took place. For instance, one chapter is devoted to a discussion about the location of the Garden of Eden. Another chapter follows the exodus of the Israelites from Egypt.
The New Testament is also covered, with an exploration of where different parts of Jesus’ life took place. While we may be familiar with the names of cities such as Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem, it is interesting to see these places labeled on a map. Even more helpful is that the maps contain short descriptions of what occurred in each place. As a visual learner, I especially appreciate how The Basic Bible Atlas presents information in a clear, organized manner.
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During this time of confinement, we are still trying to exercise and spend some time outdoors (while staying away from others, of course!) My son has been alternating between riding his bicycle and his scooter. We recently received Activ Lites to try out on his bicycle.
Activ Lites are LED lights that can be easily installed on bicycle rims. They increase visibility, which is important for safety, AND they make your bike look extra stylish!
Everything you need for installation comes in the box, including 21 LED light bulbs, and batteries (no additional tools are necessary). My 11 year old son was able to install the Activ Lites by himself. Activ Lites can fit 12″ toddler bicycles all the way up to 29″ adult bikes!
We were kind of laughing about how the promotional materials say that the Activ Lites will “turn heads”. However, when we took the bicycle out to the park, it was actually true! We overheard one family say, “Look at that cool bike!”
n was excited to take his bicycle out for a spin!
Activ Lites come in eight different colors, so you can customize according to your preference. We received the color-changing lights, which change color every few seconds.
Where To Purchase
Activ Lites are available to purchase on Amazon. A 2-Tire pack retails for $24.99-$27.99.
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Thanks to Moms Meet, we recently had the opportunity to try Wakunaga of America KyoDophilus® Kids Probiotic and Kyo-Dophilus Multi 9 Probiotic.
Probiotics have been shown to support regularity and immune health. Gut health and immunity are intertwined because 70% of your immune system is located in your gastrointestinal system. For more information regarding the science behind probiotics, click here.
KyoDophilus® Kids Probiotic comes in a small chewable tablet. It is free of GMOs, sodium, preservatives, artificial colors, dairy, gluten, and soy. While my son thought the initial vanilla flavor was not bad, he did find it had an aftertaste. Therefore, I would suggest giving it to your kids with other food. It can also be crushed and mixed into food if necessary.
Of course, a well-balanced diet is also key for a healthy microbiome!
Kyo-Dophilus® Kids Probiotic can be taken daily by kids ages 2 and up. To see results, the probiotic should be taken for a minimum of 3 weeks.
Have your kids try taking probiotics such as KyoDophilus® Kids Probiotic to help keep their digestive tracks and immune systems in balance!
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Daring to Live, by Sheri Hunter, is a book full of inspiration and hope. Hunter lost her husband, the love of her life, when he passed away suddenly at fifty years old. While the author recounts her understandable feelings of sadness, worry, anxiety and depression, she was fortunate to have a support network; a tight-knit group of friends that called themselves the “Dare Divas”. However, it is ultimately her faith in God that sustains her and gives her direction in living the rest of her life.
I enjoyed reading about all of the adventures that the Dare Divas challenged themselves to do. Their hike up Mount Kilimanjaro was something I would never want to even attempt, but it was interesting to hear their story. Reading about Hunter’s solo cruise Oceania cruise that took her to twenty countries in 65 days was also fascinating. While there was a little too much back and forth dialogue included in the stories for my taste, the conversations between the women were entertaining. Daring to Live challenged me to think about stepping outside of my comfort zone and to remember to trust God in all things.
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With more time at home, our kids have been breaking out our puzzles and games to keep them busy. It is actually nice to have time to play together instead of always rushing around from activity to activity. Playing non-virtual games is also a welcome break from screen time.
Winning Moves is celebrating their 25th anniversary of providing a great selection of toys and games that are fun for the entire family. Today I am reviewing Rubik’s Orbit and Super Big Boggle.
Rubik’s Orbit
The challenge is to solve all six sides of the 360º rings to match the Rubik’s color all the way around the sphere.
I have enjoyed playing with Rubik’s toys since I was a kid. The Rubik’s Orbit is a fun twist on the classic. I tried it, and I would say it is definitely challenging! It is recommended for ages 8 and up. I like these types of toys because they are designed for one person to play. It is perfect for when the kids just need some “alone” time.
Super Big Boggle
A super-sized 6×6 grid including the NEW double letter cube and NEW blank cube!
Super Big Boggle is another game that puts a spin on a classic. I remember playing the original Boggle as a child. I have always enjoyed word games, and this is a good one. I like how it has simple rules that are easy to learn. With the included four minute timer, you can play a quick round. It is recommended for ages 8 and up and can be played with 2-4 players.
Disclosure: I received a sample in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
Our spring break officially started today, which also happens to be Pi Day! Since we are not sure how long this “break” will actually last yet (*wink*), I have been trying to think of activities that will keep us from being bored at home.
We recently had the opportunity to try out Kidstir, a subscription cooking kit for kids. We received the March 2020 box and the theme was Pi or “pie”. This box included a Kidstir apron, a “Perfect Pie Cutter” and special pie-themed labels. In addition, the box included colorful recipe pages for:
Fun Day Frittata Pie
Primo Pasta Pie
Chill Out Choco Pie
These pages also include fun factoids and activities for the kids and tips for their adult helpers. The pages are hole-punched and can be put in a binder so that kids can create their own personal cookbook. (An official Kidstir binder is included with a 12 month subscription. The binder shown in these pictures is one that I already had.) I like the idea of kids having a notebook of tried and true recipes. This is something that my mom has already started doing with my kids.
Fun Day Frittata Pie
Our end result looked very much like the photo in recipe, don’t you think?
Although we eat eggs quite often around here, I am not sure we have ever made a frittata before. My son is an eager helper in the kitchen; I hope this continues into adulthood! He had fun chopping the bell pepper and cracking the eggs. Although he is not usually a big fan of bell peppers or tomatoes, he ate them in the frittata because he helped make it. (Isn’t it funny how that works?) We ate this delicious frittata for dinner and had a little bit left over for breakfast the next day. Our family thought this recipe called for a too much salt, but that is part of the recipe-testing process. It shows kids how recipes sometimes need to be adjusted to fit your own personal taste.
Primo Pasta Pie
I would never have thought to make pasta into a “pie”, so this was an especially fun recipe to try. My kids like to watch cooking competition shows and we are always impressed with the presentation. This recipe called for a springform pan, which my son had never used before. I was amazed that one box of cooked rigatoni pasta, stood upright, fit perfectly into the pan! There is also a recipe to make smaller versions in a mug, which is useful if you do not own a springform pan.
Chill Out Choco Pie
Of course, you cannot have a pie theme without a pie for dessert, right? This Chill Out Choco Pie is simple to make, even for younger kids. It is always amazing to watch heavy cream turn into whipped cream simply by incorporating air.
He couldn’t wait to dig in!
How To Subscribe
Kidstir kits can be purchased by month, three month, six month, or twelve month subscriptions here. These kits make a great gift that will inspire kids to cook and keep them busy in the kitchen.
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Have you had a stroopwafel before? According to Wikipedia,
A stroopwafel is a wafer cookie made from two thin layers of baked dough joined by a caramel filling.
Rip Van Wafels is a company that makes a variety of such wafels. While they taste like an indulgent, delicious treat, Rip Van Wafels are unique because of their low sugar content (3 g of sugar) and 6 g of fiber per serving. In addition, they contain no artificial flavors, trans-fat, preservatives, or high-fructose corn syrup, which is something to cheer about.
My family did a taste test and loved the delicious crispy yet chewy texture. They kept wanting to eat more, but I told them I needed to finish my blog post first!
Rip Van Wafels come in the following flavors:
Dutch Caramel & Vanilla
Chocolate Brownie
Honey & Oats
Cookies & Cream
Snickerdoodle
I especially enjoyed the oat-y flavor of the Honey & Oats.
Rip Van Wafels are the perfect snack to accompany your coffee or tea. If you place one on top of a hot drink, the steam will warm up the wafel and soften the filling-yum. They also taste really good with a cold glass of milk–just ask my kids!
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The title You Are What You Do can be misleading if you do not see the subtitle, “And Six Other Lies About Work, Life, & Love”. Author and Pastor Daniel Im does an excellent job of showing how our modern society operates on the following lies:
You are what you do.
You are what you experience.
You are who you know.
You are what you know.
You are what you own.
You are who you raise.
You are your past.
I found the examples that Im uses to illustrate his points to be relevant and eye-opening. For example, he talks about the gig economy and social media and how these relatively recent trends affect our outlook on life. Because we are so immersed in these “lies”, we might not even recognize their effect on us. Im is open and honest in showing how these lies have negatively impacted his own life in order to alert his readers about their potential dangers. There were points in the book that I felt lacked clear organization. However, Im’s conclusion that it is only in Jesus that we can find freedom from these lies make You Are What You Do a thought-provoking book that is worth reading.
