The great food debate

My son Bronx loved all foods when he was one year old, even the dreaded rice cereal. He took to new foods like a champ, never gave me any problems. Fast forward to his brother, Lennon. Rice cereal made him gag, and eventually throw up. Those cute little banana puffs by Gerber, nope... Yogurt melts, nuh-uh... He has his own unique way if getting the offensive food out of his mouth. He will keep his mouth open until his drool washes it out if his mouth, and onto his shirt. He likes sweets ( I know) he liked(ish) strawberries for about two seconds. At this point he is only interested in baby food, so we will wait a week and continue exploring the world of food.

The Holidays are among us, it is my favorite time of the year. The one thing that really makes the season magical for me is decorating my home for the Holidays. It can be a daunting and expensive task, it does not have to be though. I have some tips to make your Holiday magical without making your wallet say "Bah-Humbug". My best tip, utilize things that you already have. Wine glasses make festive candle holders

Just add some add some glittery tree decorations, turn upside down (carefully) and add a candle. If you are feeling especially crafty you could coat the outside of the glass with Elmer's glue and sprinkle gold or green glitter all over the glass. You will not be able to drink out of the glasses later (if covered in glitter). The glasses can be found at your local dollar store, it's a mom's best friend! Another cute idea is peppermints, just fill the glasses and top with a piece of cardboard, turn them over onto the table and slowly pull out the cardboard. One of my personal favorites is glass vases. You can fill them with just about anything.

Here they are filled with assorted tree decorations but you can also use cranberries, peppermints or candy canes. Yard sales are also a great way to find wallet friendly decorations, as well as thrift shops.

Make some precious memories with your kids and let them craft some one-of-a-kind ornaments. The older children can string cranberries and popcorn for a fast, festive and  affordable tree decoration.The younger children are sure to love making these handprint Reindeers.

Trace their handprints onto a piece of brown construction paper and cut out the hands. Let the kids decorate with pipe cleaners, wiggly eyes, glitter and ribbons. Another fun Holiday craft are these pipe cleaner trees. With only three supplies it is quick and easy.

Simply shape green pipe cleaner into a tree shape and thread on plastic beads you can top it with a shiny silver or gold star. No matter how you choose to decorate have fun! it is about making memories that will last a lifetime.

Kozy Shack Indulgent Recipe pudding

I always thought of Kozy Shack as the makers of rice and tapioca puddings. I never put Kozy Shack and rich, decadent chocolate pudding in the same sentence. Boy, have they upped the pudding game. I love pudding, you probably do too. Who doesn't love pudding? Crazy people, that's who! Kozy Shack has come out with three crazily indulgent pudding flavors. Chocolate, salted caramel and vanilla bean. I have tried all three and absolutely can not pick my favorite. They are rich, creamy, thick and so decadent. Made with simple ingredients and come in the perfect snack or dessert size portion. I got creative and made these cute little mini Halloween trifles with the salted caramel puddding They were so simple easy to make. Just layer chocolate brownies, I used the mini brownies from my local grocer, and pudding that's it. Decorate with some Halloween inspired sprinkles and you have a cute little treat. their is no wrong way to enjoy Kozy Shack Indulgent recipe pudding. ***This is a sponsored post***

Apple & Eve Organics

First, let me just say that I am not a big fan of juice. I suppose that I find it to sweet for my taste. My kids on the other hand can and would (if allowed) drink an entire container of juice in one day. That is why I was so impressed with this brand. Less sugar than most juices but still tasted good. My son Bronx is picky beyond belief and he loved the juice boxes. I tasted all three of the juice boxes and (to me) they seemed watered down a bit. My kids loved them though, that is what matters. I did however LOVE the orange pineapple juice. The juice boxes would make the perfect addition to lunch boxes. They are USDA organic and have no added sugars. 

***I recieved these products for testing purposes***