Delicious Chocolate Zucchini Cake Recipe

Here is a yummy way to use up some of the zucchini that are starting to appear by the hundreds in the garden.  It’s also a fun way to sneak a veggie in to a dessert, but I’m not saying this is exactly a health food – it’s still cake!  The cake has a lot …

Four Great Games for Kids Outdoor Birthday Parties

I have hosted a few backyard birthday parties for my eight year old son, and have tried many different games to keep the kids engaged and having fun.  In addition to having some fun games planned I think it helps to allow for free time where the kids can just run around and have fun.  …

Dessert on a Stick Recipes

“Can you bring a dish to pass, please?” “If you want to make something you can.” “Sure, bring anything you would like!” These are phrases some of us dread to hear, because we have no idea what to bring to those celebrations, especially during the summer. I have been invited to graduations, birthdays, anniversaries showers, …

Children and Chores May Go Hand in Hand

At this point you may be thinking, “Right!  How on earth can children and chores possibly go hand in hand?”.  Well, it most definitely will not be an easy task in the beginning and will require much patience, but you may be surprised by the results after forming some sort of chart system if you …

Cheddar and Sun Dried Tomato Stuffed Chicken

This recipe had long been forgotten in my recipe file…until today! I used to make it all the time, but it has been years since we have enjoyed it. I recently came across the little piece of paper that it was scrawled on and made it for dinner last night – it was soooo good! …

Wet and Wild Wednesdays at Van Hoosen Farms

  The fun is about to start at Van Hoosen Farms in Rochester Hills with this summers Wet and Wild Wednesdays.  Bring the kids and enjoy a fun afternoon in the sun with performers, giant water slides, fire trucks spraying water and a children’s garden.   The event runs from 12 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. …