Author Archives: Frazzled Mom

About Frazzled Mom

I'm a homeschooling mom of two boys (High School and Junior High). I've been at it for eight years and enjoy the closeness with my boys. Homeschooling doesn't define me, but it is a big part of who I am. I enjoy cooking with an emphasis on the Cajun flavors of my childhood. I enjoy decorating and sharing my ideas with my friends. Mostly I love my Savior, Jesus. I write about what he's teaching me and what he's still working on in me. I love reading your comments and questions.

An Everyday Strategy for Being Efficient: Touch Things Once

This is a strategy I picked up years ago. I can’t even remember where I read/learned about it. I just know it works so it has become a good habit of mine. “Touch Things Once”. That means don’t set things … Continue reading

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Easy Habits to Keep Your Car Clean on the Inside

Have you ever had to pick up a friend for a ride in your car and had to shove aside tons of junk while you apologize profusely for your trashed out car? It’s embarrassing isn’t it? Here are some easy … Continue reading

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An Amazing Fragrant Bread – Rosemary Focaccia Bread

Rosemary Focaccia Bread You must prepare a “sponge” to ferment overnight before making this bread. Wonderfully fragrant. This bread disappears quick so I usually double this recipe and put one in the freezer. 4 to 4 1/4 c. all purpose … Continue reading

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What Tempts Me

Yes, I, Frazzled Mom, have a weakness. It is a horrible, sick addiction. Dare I confess this? OK (steadying my nerves)…. I am obsessed with beautiful paper napkins. There, I said it. Really, as far as addictions go, this one isn’t … Continue reading

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Comcast tried the old bait and switcheroo!

We have never had cable until this past year. We have really enjoyed it until our year was up, our package deal was over and we were switched to regular billing. Reality check! I immediately contacted Comcast through their chat … Continue reading

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The Humble Meatloaf Revisited and Revived

The very word “meatloaf” does not conjure up memories of tasty meals. Let’s elevate that lowly dish into something of a star. A makeover of sorts. Meatloaf Makeover 1 lb of extra lean ground beef 1/2 cup of Bread Crumbs … Continue reading

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Faux Brick Wall – Faux much fun!

My sons are growing up and we needed to update their room a bit. Brainstorming with my eldest we thought of maybe taking advantage of the fact that they are currently living on the concrete and go with an industrial … Continue reading

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Carpet is of the devil!!!

Oh, I’m totally convinced of it. Carpet is EVIL nasty stuff. This weekend I got a burr up my saddle and decided to take out that nasty stuff from the hallway and boys room. We have lived in our house … Continue reading

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Easy Way to Keep Strawberries Fresh Longer

How many times has this happened to you? You purchased some delicious looking strawberries on sale and before you can enjoy them, they are a fuzzy science experiment.  It is such a waste of money, you hesitate to even buy them at … Continue reading

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A small home improvement project – Painted Air Vents

OK, I’m in danger of being told I don’t have enough to do. Let me assure you that is not the case. It just kept bugging me to look up and see these white vents glaring at me from the … Continue reading

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