Quick tips is a series of mom-tested insights on topics like mothering, home managing, kid wrangling, and ball juggling designed to help you do your job better.
Never walk up or down the stairs empty-handed. That's helped me...not that I still don't need lots of "cleaning" help.
This tip brought to you by MOPS mom Eleanor and her dad.
Information and Insights from MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) of Quincy for Moms in the Greater Boston area and beyond.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Friday, October 7, 2011
Weekend Reading
- Don't Let the Pumpkin Spice Lattes Fool You :: from Simple Mom
- 10 Easy Make-Ahead Breakfasts :: from the kitchn (found via Jessie's pin!)
- DIY Jellyfish in a Bottle :: from Bhoom Play
- Connecting the Dots :: from Stanford University
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Quick Tip #3
Quick tips is a series of mom-tested insights on topics like mothering, home managing, kid wrangling, and ball juggling designed to help you do your job better.
Something to consider next time you're at the grocery store: the squash factor. What will this food look like after it's been spilled on the floor and then stepped on? Cheerios, as you may know, will retain their basic O shape even when squashed flat. Kix, on the other hand, squashes into a million crumby pieces, which then find their way into every nook and cranny of the pantry.
This tip brought to you by MOPS mom Cindy.
Something to consider next time you're at the grocery store: the squash factor. What will this food look like after it's been spilled on the floor and then stepped on? Cheerios, as you may know, will retain their basic O shape even when squashed flat. Kix, on the other hand, squashes into a million crumby pieces, which then find their way into every nook and cranny of the pantry.
This tip brought to you by MOPS mom Cindy.
Monday, October 3, 2011
Five Minute Hummus
Denise's oh-so-easy hummus was a big hit at our last gathering, and she's sharing her recipe with us all! Thanks, Denise.
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
juice of one lemon
1/4 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
water
Blend all ingredients together. Add water to desired consistency. Enjoy!
Five Minute Hummus
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
juice of one lemon
1/4 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
water
Blend all ingredients together. Add water to desired consistency. Enjoy!
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