I first got my smoker in October 2018. Its a little one, and so has some limitations. I can fit 4 chickens on it, but only 1 brisket. I can get 2 racks of pork ribs, and 2 pork butts on at a time. The firebox is a bit small, but despite its limitations, I can produce a super yummy piece of meat. At least, according to my family. Little Man, age 9, declared me a "master smoker". … [Read more...] about 4 things I’ve learned about smoking meat
Interesting LEGO links
Every now and then, I find some blog post, journal article or such that is about LEGO. I have two of those for you today! Reality First up, a look at additional reasons LEGO is good for kids. It doesn't just strengthen hands and give practice in fine motor skills, but also contributes to conversations about reality. Developmental psychologists say Legos help develop … [Read more...] about Interesting LEGO links
DIY Phone Stand using LEGO
Oh, yes. Make your own custom colored DIY Phone Stand out of LEGO elements! DIY Phone Stand! using the LEGO you already have Every now and then, I have an opportunity to join in a discussion that is held online via one of these video chat services. Until now, I've just propped my phone or the kindle fire up on the table or counter with books, water bottles and whatever … [Read more...] about DIY Phone Stand using LEGO
How to have more fun with LEGO
Wait, does one actually need instructions to have fun with LEGO? Maybe not, but here's a few things I've been enjoying. I get to build with LEGO! As a busy mom, I don't make enough time to build with LEGO myself. I enjoy it, for sure, always have, and I'm thinking I need to be more intentional about this. But... last week, I did make time! I used this LEGO colors board … [Read more...] about How to have more fun with LEGO
Goals. To Share or Not to Share?
That is the question! As you can see, I decided to share my goals this year. Bring it on! For the first time in 7 years, I’ve made goals for the year. Honestly, I love writing goals and creating these big pictures of what my ideal is. And, in the past, I’ve been quite ambitious! Some years, I’d rock those goals, and some years I’d crash and burn at some point in the … [Read more...] about Goals. To Share or Not to Share?