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Quick Crayon Wall Clean-Up: Mom Hack

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Danielle Sexton
February 12, 2024

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"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today."

- Franklin D. Roosevelt

Good Morning Mommy! Happy Monday, or as I like to call it, "Caffeine Appreciation Day." Today, we're tackling some of life's stickier problems (literally). Grab your coffee, and let's dive in!

Today’s Mommy scoop:

  • Crayon on Walls Cleanup Trick

  • Apple Crisp: Quick, Easy, Yummy 🍏

  • DIY Moss Wreath

Mom Hack

Quick Fix for Crayon on Walls

Mom Hack

Dealing with crayon masterpieces on your walls?

No worries! Just grab your hairdryer.

A quick blast of warm air softens the crayon wax in no time.

Then, gently wipe the wall with a soft cloth, and voilà, your walls are as good as new!

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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

How often do you and your partner disagree on parenting styles?

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Poll Results From 2/9

How do you maintain your personal style after becoming a mom?

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ I'm a fashionista mom (16%)

🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️ I opt for comfort over style (32%)

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Featured Response😄 

“I like when my socks and underwear match whatever outfit I'm wearing. Makes me feel more organized and on top of things”

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Mom’s Menu

🍏 Easy Apple Crisp Recipe

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Get ready to fall in love with this Easy Apple Crisp recipe, perfect for those busy days when you crave something sweet and homemade.

It's simple, quick, and oh-so-delicious!

Why You'll Love It

  • 🍎 Packed with fresh, juicy apples and a hint of cinnamon for that classic fall flavor.

  • 🌾 A crumbly, golden topping made from rolled oats adds the perfect crunch.

Ingredients 📝

  • Freshly sliced apples (about 4–6 small to medium apples)

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

  • ⅓ cup sugar divided

  • 1¼ cup rolled oats

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)

Instructions 👩‍🍳

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare a baking dish.

  2. Dice and toss apples with lemon juice and sugar in the dish.

  3. Mix oats, flour, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and butter. Spread over apples.

  4. Bake until topping is golden and apples are soft.

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Note 📌

  • Make ahead: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

  • Apple choice: Cooking apples like Cortland or Granny Smith are great.

  • Serving: Delicious with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or Greek yogurt.

Serve it up and watch your family's faces light up wit​h joy.

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Home Edition)

DIY Moss Wreath With Simple Rope Accents

overthebigmoon

Bring nature indoors with a homemade moss wreath, enhanced with unique rope accents.

  1. Start by gluing small patches of moss onto a Styrofoam wreath form.

  2. Create a rustic look by breaking the moss into smaller pieces before application.

  3. Add a touch of elegance with a crochet-style rope, looping it around the wreath.

  4. Secure the rope with a knot, doubling as the wreath's hanger.

This project infuses a serene, natural vibe into any home decor. 😊

The tutorial is here.

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It's a great way to bond and cook up some fun memories together in the kitchen! 🍴 

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Parenting Pop Quiz

When should prenatal vitamins ideally be started?
(Answer below)

A) Right after conception

B) During the first trimester

C) Before pregnancy

D) In the second trimester

E) After reading the first baby book

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C) Before pregnancy

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