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Sports Mom Essentials
Summer sports are still going strong with the Target USA Cup Soccer tournament in MN this week and many other summer sports happening. With 4 kids in 6 different sports at the SAME time over the past month, I have put together some of my favorite summer sports mom essentials that come with me for every athletic event. Bonus it is Amazon Prime Day! Tap on the image to shop or see more info below. Here are a few of my favorites not included on Amazon: I have been bringing this soft sided roller cooler with me to sports tournaments and games because it is easy to transport, fits A LOT of drinks…
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Korean Pickled Garlic Maneul Jangajji
Growing up my mom always had one or more jars of Korean Pickled Garlic (Maneul Jangajji 마늘장아찌) under the sink waiting to be opened and eaten. I have now been making my own Korean Pickled Garlic and always have a jar in the fridge. I have to keep up with demand because my oldest son continuously pulls out the jar of garlic and eats it- with or without rice! lol It is delicious and slightly addictive and is a great addition to any Korean meal. Korean Pickled Garlic is incredibly easy to make and lasts in the fridge for a couple of months, the only downside is it has to sit undisturbed for…
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Oi Sobagi Korean Stuffed Cucumber Kimchi
Oi sobagi, or Korean stuffed cucumber kimchi, is a refreshing and delicious side dish that is easy to make and even better to eat! We enjoy eating oi sobagi (오이소박이) with rice and our favorite Korean meat dishes or stews and it makes a great side dish with any Korean barbeque. This kimchi does not need time to ferment and can be eaten right away making it easy to make any time! Type of Cucumbers The best type of cucumbers to use for oi sobagi are Korean cucumbers if you can find them at a local Korean market or store. However I live five hours away from the nearest Hmart and not able…
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Gift Guide for Kids by Kids
Having four kids of my own plus nine nieces and nephews, I definitely buy my share of kid gifts. Here are some of my kids’ favorites, most of which they own and love. Click here to check out my Gift Guide for Kids from last year with more gift ideas. Clickable Gift Guide for Kids Click on any of the gifts in the image below to shop or scroll down further for links and descriptions. Most of these gifts are from Amazon and should ship in a timely fashion. Gifts by Number My youngest received this Ultimate Light Board last Christmas and continues to use it today. He loves that it lights up his artwork,…
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Dalgona Candy
Thanks to the very popular Korean Netflix show Squid Game, dalgona candy is becoming more well known globally and has even become a popular challenge on social media apps. With only 2 ingredients needed, this dalgona sugar candy is easy to make, and even more fun to eat! No special tools required for this yummy treat. What is Dalgona Candy or Poppgi? Dalgona candy, also know as ppopgi, is a popular street food in South Korea that was common around 60 years ago but has recently become popular again due to the highly acclaimed Netflix show Squid Game. It is a toffee-like candy made with only sugar and baking soda, and is something…
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Gift Guide for Kids by Kids
Between having four kids of my own as well as nine nieces and nephews I have done my fair share of gift giving for little ones. The difficult part is trying to find unique gifts that are not just general toys kids get all the time (Legos and Barbies anyone?). My younger three kids, who are aged 10, 8, and 5, helped me come up with this Gift Guide for Kids by Kids that includes gifts that are fun, interesting, and affordable. Clickable Gift Guide for Kids Click on any of the gifts in the image below to shop or scroll down further for links and descriptions. Most of these gifts are from…
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DIY Christmas Card Books
I love receiving beautiful Christmas cards each year, but in the past when the holidays were over I stored all the cards in a box in the closet and forgot about them. Now I make them into DIY Christmas Card Books! These Christmas card books are simple and inexpensive to make, and are great seasonal coffee table books for guests to look through. Supplies Needed: Christmas cards Hole paper punch Binder rings (1 inch) Optional supplies: laminating machine DIY or printed cover Where to Start First separate all of the cards by year, especially if you have been saving cards for years. Our family cards usually have the year on them so I…
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Christmas Eve Boxes
One of the best parts of the holiday season are the traditions we do every year as a family. One of those traditions I started with our kids years ago was opening Christmas Eve Boxes the night before Christmas and it is a tradition we all look forward to every year! *updated links for 2022 What is a Christmas Eve Box? A Christmas Eve Box is a box the kids open on Christmas Eve night that contains things like new pajamas, socks, hot chocolate, and goodies for watching movies. The kids wear their new pajamas to bed that night, and we also include one new movie to be watched Christmas morning as a…
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Summer Bucket List
It is officially summer! That means sun, outdoor meals, walks and finding ways to entertain the kids at home. That’s where a Summer Bucket List comes in handy. Although this summer will look different than past summers with various closings and policies, there are still plenty of activities to do and places to visit that are safe and fun. Below I’m sharing some of our favorite summer activities, a printable copy of our personal Summer Bucket List that is FREE to download, as well as a Free blank document you can fill out on your own. I kept the color minimal as I am someone who seems to always run out of color…
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Father’s Day Gifts
If you are anything like me, I get so caught up in the craziness of May that June creeps up so quickly that every year I am scrambling for Father’s Day gifts! Below I rounded up some great Father’s Day gifts, many of which my hubby has acquired over the last few years so they are proven winners. Since so many stores are currently closed or only open for curbside pickup the gifts here are available for online shopping and should be delivered in plenty of time for Dad’s big day. I also categorized the gifts to make Father’s Day gifts shopping easier. Enjoy! Tech Savvy Dad 1. Wireless Earbuds: So convenient for…
