Author Archives: Maria Magee

It's hard to believe it, but here we are! Another summer has flown by and our minds are awhirl with back-to-school lists, upcoming schedule changes, and the busy day-to-day tasks that all of us moms a...

Fall is making a beautiful entrance with its golden leaves and crisp mornings, the school buses are rolling by bright and early, and for those of us who have student athletes-the scramble to get sport...

My husband and I had to laugh when we opened the mail one day recently and read the summary from our energy company. It read, "Your energy use is not in the efficiency zone." Now, this didn't come as ...

These almond bars are the perfect dessert for a summer gathering or just to enjoy with a nice cup of coffee. Short-cake like bars are topped with a sweet almond glaze that melts in your mouth and the ...

Is there anything better than fudgy brownies? Whether on their own or with a nice scoop of vanilla ice cream, brownies are one of the best desserts ever created. If I'm baking these beauties for a hol...

Summer is here and 4th of July is coming up fast! What better way to celebrate our Independence Day than with some patriotic treats and activities? Fireworks Craft Of course, nothing says 4th of July ...

It's hard to believe that in just a few short weeks it will be summer. June has arrived, and with it-strawberry season! The changing of seasons is a good time to change up the dinner menu. As much as ...

What age and grade do your younger children have to be before you leave them at a birthday party without you? This is a question a friend of mine asked me recently and I thought it was a good one. My ...

These delicious bars are one of my favorite desserts to make in the spring and summer! Although they are amazing all year long, there is nothing like a cherry and almond flavored dessert on a sunny da...

I think it's safe to say that moms have a lot going on all year long. Even so, there are seasons that seem to be a little more packed than others! I am intentional about keeping our after-school activ...