Yearly Archives: 2017


picnic summer giveaway from cicis 34
Summer is in full swing around here. We are enjoying some lazy days and relaxing evenings. Mom is taking a few nights off and heading out to dinner whenever possible. One question for you: Why does summer go by so quickly, and winter go so darn slowly? We are trying […]

Summer Giveaway with Cicis Pizza



Gifts delivered by Stew Leonard's via Cookwith5kids @cookwith5kids mom blog 42
Stew Leonard’s is a chain of grocery stores in the Northeast of the United States. I remember visiting the Danbury, Connecticut, location more than 20 years ago. The staff was so kind, the food was so good, and it made an impression on me that has lasted over two decades. […]

Stew Leonard’s birthday gifts




BlogHer17 with Joy Bauer via Cookwith5kids @cookwith5kids mom blog 38
Attending Blogher17 was something I have looked forward to for the past year. It was perfect timing that this conference started the day after school ended. Running a school lunch program is not easy, but having the summer off is pure bliss. My last day of school was filled with goodbyes and hugs […]

Blogher17 Day One and meeting Joy Bauer




Father's Day Gift Guide and Giveaway via Cookwith5kids @cookwith5kids mom blog 193
Father’s Day Gifts are so much fun to choose. We love to buy fun items for my husband, Dad, and brother. Do you need help with gift ideas for the men in your life? Our Mother’s Day Giveaway last month was amazing, but now it is time to celebrate the Dads and […]

Father’s Day Gifts and Giveaway



Chicken Soup in the Instant Pot in 30 minutes! via Cookwith5kids @cookwith5kids mom blog 41
Instant Pot is the appliance that has taken over the world. If you spend any time on Facebook, you have probably heard someone talking about their Instant Pot (IP). Why do people love this multi-cooker so much? It saves time! The Instant Pot is truly magical. You can add fresh […]

Instant Pot Chicken Soup