The Urban Homemaker is epitomized in my own mother. I took it for granted, as a child, and foolishly thought most homes were like mine, with a mother who cooked supper every night, baked the best cookies and cinnamon rolls, and actually said she liked doing laundry and ironing! I did wonder at times why […]
Making Playdough At Home – A Recipe For FUN!
January 17, 2013 by · 2 Comments
Although my own children have outgrown this activity, we still get to enjoy it now and then when entertaining other young ones! It never fails to bring smiles, and is a safe, economical remedy for those “winter doldrums”! This recipe, which I’ve had for years, is easily made, with simple ingredients you have in […]
Plastic Eggs, Little Kids and an Object Lesson
April 9, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
I came up with this idea with a little help after hiding little plastic eggs in our backyard Saturday night while the house was sleeping. It has never been warm or dry enough to do a little hunt in years past and since my “Littles” are getting older, I wanted them to have this experience. […]
Pumpkin Spiced Latte: for Free!
September 6, 2011 by · 1 Comment
I have figured out the best way to keep my house picked up and to have the occasional “Pumpkin Spiced Latte”- for free! A friend just emailed out that the wonderful fall spiced latte is back in town! Well then, I must explain, so you, Ms Urban Homemaker, may enjoy one too! The Jar: […]
Potato Tradition
August 31, 2011 by · 1 Comment
Every 2nd week of a new school year we find ourselves mourning the almost gone summer months. Every 2nd week of a new school year it is time to break the mold and HARVEST POTATOES! I love harvesting potatoes and you know my kids do too. Their motivation and attitude quickly changes and we find […]
Shanty? Fort? Survival shelter?- Complete Brilliance!!!
May 25, 2011 by · 1 Comment
This last Monday my kids were free! Yes, our homeschool year is complete and I, Kathy, am working hard on the Urban Homemaker! So freedom abounds for the Marsh Trio who are full fledged 2nd grade graduates! This week has been full of rain, but that is not a deterrent for the kids. They set […]
Child’s Play
April 21, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
Ed Note: This article is written by my daughter Laura, a new mother and originally was posted to her blog: thecoblecolumner. I wish I had been as resourceful as Laura when I was a young mother. I hope this encourages young moms to enjoy their babies, because babies grow up very quickly! Reprinted by […]
Tips for Avoiding and Overcoming the Flu, Naturally!
February 16, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
Mary came down with a sore throat on Sunday, right after I thought we had missed the cold and flu season. After applying some of the below tips, she said her throat was almost better a day later. Here are some of my best tips for Avoiding and Overcoming the Flu Naturally that have worked […]
Get Those Dirty Dishes out of the Sink!
January 4, 2011 by · 5 Comments
Ed Note: I’ll confess up front, I’m not always diligent about keeping up with the dishes and there are only two of us living here right now. But I so love a tidy kitchen, especially my beautiful remodeled kitchen with its beautiful cabinets and count tops. I assure you, my kitchen now has a lived […]