My Champions for Kids: Energizer Simple Service Project Donation

On February 21, 2012, in Family Circus, Homeschool, Matters that Matter, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

Last week we talked about child safety and the February Champions for Kids: Energizer Simple Service Project that I’m working on.  I love Champions for Kids and the motivation to get out in the community and make a difference in the lives of children.  Champions for Kids is not just for bloggers.  Their goal is [...]

Champions for Kids: Energizer’s “Light Up a Life” Simple Service Project

On February 13, 2012, in Family Circus, Matters that Matter, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

Last month, I got to share my first Champions for Kids simple service project with you.  I’m so pleased to have an opportunity to complete a second project in our community and share how you can get involved, right where you live.  This month, Champions for Kids is partnered with Energizer to  prepare kits to [...]

The Heart Project: A Valentine’s Day Gift for My Readers and the American Heart Association

On February 1, 2012, in Family Circus, Giveaways, Matters that Matter, by Glenda Embree

I have the great good fortune to meet and get to know some of the most amazing women, through blogging.  When I started sharing recipes with family and friends, here, two years ago, I had no idea that it would lead me to such fantastic people and opportunities.  One of the most exciting things about [...]

Our Abbott Champions for Kids Nutrition Snack Pack Service Project

I recently shared my shock at discovering that one in six children, in my own state of Nebraska, are considered food insecure.  Nationally, more than sixteen million American kids, (under the age of eighteen), are unable to consistently access adequate amounts of nutritious food necessary for a healthy life.  Does that not blow your mind?!!? [...]

DIY Handmade Paper Tutorial and a Bloomin’ Valentine’s Bouquet

In case you hadn’t noticed, I kinda, sorta, maybe, a little bit, like Pinterest.  lol  The premise behind Pinterest is a good one, because you find interesting products, money-saving tips and ideas for your home and family, crafty projects you can do with your kids, make for gifts or use to spruce up your home [...]

Is Childhood Hunger an Invisible Reality in Your Community? You Can Be Part of the Solution!

What does it mean to be food insecure?  In simple terms, those who are food insecure have no idea when, or from where, there next meal is coming.  They don’t have consistent access to the nutritious food which is necessary to maintain a healthy lifestyle.  As difficult as things have become in our current economy, [...]

Denied! Does Your Child’s IQ Measure Up or Would They Be Denied Necessary Medical Care?

On January 14, 2012, in Matters that Matter, by Glenda Embree

I rarely get “political” on this blog, though we all know I am DEFINITELY not, nor do I care about being, “politically correct”.  My faith in Christ is no secret and while I don’t run around beating people over the head with it, I hope I live and write in such a way that it [...]

Limited Edition OXO “Be A Good Cookie” Spatula Give Away and Support For Pediatric Cancer Research

On December 4, 2011, in Giveaways, In the Kitchen, Matters that Matter, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

One lucky Busy-at-Home reader is going to win a “Be a Good Cookie” spatula for their own kitchen! Oh my kitchen tool heaven!  Have you found the OXO website, yet?  Every wonderful kitchen tool you can imagine – in bold colors, modern designs and sturdy craftsmanship.  Not only that, they have products for all through [...]

Common Ground: Farm Women from America’s Family Farms Take a Stand to Provide the Truth to Consumers

On December 2, 2011, in In the Kitchen, Matters that Matter, by Glenda Embree

Tuesday night, my oldest daughter and I traveled to Omaha to attend a dinner conference hosted by Common Ground.  When I received the invitation a couple of weeks ago, I wasn’t sure what Common Ground was about.  Today, I feel so blessed to have attended the dinner and to have been given the opportunity to [...]

“Game of Your Life” : Fabulous Family Movie Night Coming on Friday, December 2!

On November 22, 2011, in Family Circus, Frugal, Fun Family Activities, Matters that Matter, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

if (WIDGETBOX) WIDGETBOX.renderWidget(’66dfe7b6-65b0-4b6e-b04d-cc78451e078b’);Get the Family Movie Night/P&G widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox! Not seeing a widget? (More info) Family movie night — do those words hold any significance for you?  I remember when it was a tradition to gather around the one and only television we owned (Who on earth would [...]

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