Mom's Plan*It Tip

"Never iron a four-leaf clover, because you don't want to press your luck." - Anonymous

Mom's Plan*It Tip

Prevent tomato-based sauces and soups from staining plastic food storage containers by lightly spraying non-stick cooking spray inside before filling.

Mom's Plan*It Tip

When reheating pizza in the microwave, sprinkle water on the bottom of the crust first. The water creates a small amount of steam that keeps the crust from becoming hard and leathery.

Mom's Plan*It Tip

Quick Pick-Me-Up!

Instead of listening to news first thing in the morning, put on some favorite music while you get ready to set an energized, up beat mood for the day.

Mom's Plan*It Tip

Pop a big batch of popcorn, and set out a mix of seasonings like Parmesan cheese, cinnamon, chili powder, and powdered ranch dressing. Have the kids invent new flavors-place a scoop of popcorn and seasoning in paper lunch bags, fold to seal, shake to mix, and then let everyone vote for the Best New Flavor.

Mom's Plan*It Tip

I got a new 2009 Daily Calendar called Mom's Plan*It with helpful tips and quips for busy mom's, so I thought I would share with the rest of you...

The Good, the Bad, and the Sticky! Icky, sticky toys! You wonder how you'll ever get them clean. Plastic figures, tub toys, and plastic blocks can be made sparkling clean by running them through the dishwasher. Little baskets, like those for baby bottle parts, work great for small toys.