March 2022 - Bliss This Mess

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The Best Budget Tips for Moms

March 25, 2022 No Comments

With gas prices, inflation, and cost of living rising, being a stay at home mom is becoming more difficult for a lot of families. As a stay at home mom myself, I know the importance of financial security in a marriage. Some of the most stressful periods of our relationship were because we had more days at the end of the month than we did money. With five kids, and one income, I have discovered some great stay at home mom budget tips. My husband is really good at making money, but he is also really great at spending it.…

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How to Raise Happy and Confident Kids

March 18, 2022 No Comments

All five of my kids have one thing in common; they light up every room they walk into. I hope they never stop believing they are capable of achieving everything they set their mind to. After all, as parents, our goal is to raise happy and confident kids. Did you know we are born with only two fears? The fear of falling and the fear of loud noises. All of the other insecurities, worries, fears, and doubts we burden ourselves with are learned and carried throughout the course of our life. I remember seeing a quote by Frederick Douglass that…

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Festive St. Patrick’s Day Snack-Shamrock Pretzel Pops

March 11, 2022 No Comments

A St. Patrick’s Day snack that’s sweet, salty, crunchy, and festive? You know I’m in! I’m all about finding fun ways to incorporate new holiday traditions with my kids. So when I saw this shamrock pretzel pop idea, I knew we had to give it a go! With only 5 ingredients, these are the perfect allergy friendly snack to enjoy at home, bring to a school party, or give to neighbors and friends! Better yet, they don’t require a whole lot of time either! So, are you read to get started? Ingredients Pretzel sticksPretzel twistsDark green candy meltsLight green candy…

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30 Spring Bucket List Activities Your Kids Will Love

March 4, 2022 1 Comment

We have made it to the first week of March and my mind is spinning with spring bucket list activities I can do with the kids! Last year, I created a fall bucket list challenge. It was a total blast spending that time with my kids as we tried to check off all 30 activities before the first day of winter! There’s only a couple of more weeks until the first day of spring and my kids are eagerly awaiting to get started on their spring bucket list. As a homeschool family, we aren’t limited to just spring break for…