Shannah, Author at My Suburban Kitchen

Taking a Break from Cleaning with Starbucks #DeliciousPairings

April 8, 2013 By Shannah 3 Comments

Each year, spring hits and I take a look around my house and wonder how in the word it got so messy! Everything is in disarray and, despite have a bi-weekly maid service, the house just needs a deep cleaning. This past weekend I decided it was time to get started on some major spring cleaning. I had already rounded up some spring cleaning tips to help me really get motivated. Now, it was time to put them to use.

I started with organizing as much as a I could. Our playroom had gotten extremely messy so it seemed like the best place to start.
Once it was all organized, I felt so much better walking by it! Of course, it wasn’t the only thing that needed organizing so I kept on moving…right to the linen closet.

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Pinworthy Projects Party #57

April 5, 2013 By Shannah 17 Comments

Happy Friday everyone!

First, I can’t believe I forgot to announce the winner of the Fish Foam! Doh! Stacey Longacre Johnson, you are the winner! Please contact me at justusfourpartners {at} gmail {dot} com to claim your prize!

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Today’s party is sponsored by Jackery.

As many of you know, I’m heading to Snap! soon {so excited}! It is going to be my first blog conference so I have been reading up on everyone’s tips and tricks.

One thing every single recap/tips post has said: make sure you can charge your phone/iPad batteries easily! With 400+ women all needed to keep their electronics charged, plugs will be at a premium. I was a little concerned and then I discovered the Jackery Mobile Batteries!This little baby is going to make sure I don’t miss a thing because of a low battery! Jackery was nice enough to send me one to take to Snap! and I have been using it already! It recharges my phone in no time which is perfect. Plus, it is compact so I don’t have to worry about it taking up much room in my bag. Can’t wait to give this baby a real workout at Snap!

Now, on to the party…

Just Us Four My Favorite Finds Atkinson Drive

That’s right, it is time to link up your newest projects and recipes from the last week! …

Feed Me Friday Blog Hop

April 4, 2013 By Shannah 9 Comments

Welcome to Feed Me Friday Blog Hop, hosted by Nap Time is My Time, Great Contradictions and Just Us Four and Eco Baby Mama Drama! Feed Me Friday is a Blog Hop to help you meet new bloggers and build your e-mail subscriptions.

Want to be a part of Feed Me Friday?

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Pinworthy Projects Party Features

April 4, 2013 By Shannah 2 Comments

Thanks so everyone who linked up to the party last week! I was so excited to see so many awesome ideas shared! Of course, being Thursday, it is time to check our party features!

Stenciled Paint Caddy from The DIY Dreamer

Five Tips to Use Google Analytics More Effectively from Framed Frosting

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16 Restaurant Copycat Recipes

April 3, 2013 By Shannah 10 Comments

Eating out is awesome! I love being able to go and relax while someone else does the cooking. But, it just isn’t practical {or good for you} to eat our every single meal. That is where good restaurant copycat recipes come in to help you get that delicious recipe taste at home where you can control the ingredients and cost.

I’ve scoured the web and rounded up sixteen awesome restaurant copycat recipes you can file away for when you are dreaming of a restaurant quality meal but want to take it easy on your wallet and/or waistline!…

Weekly Menu Plan – WTCW #94

April 3, 2013 By Shannah 1 Comment

Creating a weekly menu plan can be a real challenge sometimes! It is hard to make sure it includes recipes you know your family will enjoy but also keep from always making the same old things. That is what What to Cook Wednesday is here for! It is your go to source for ideas to help build your weekly menu plan!

Let’s take a look at what is on the list this week…

Sunday: Cooking seafood on the weekend is always great because I make a quick run to the store and get it super fresh. This week, tomatillo shrimp makes an appearance.

Monday: We’re shaking things up and doing pasta on Monday! How does pasta with a pale ale {yep, beer!} cream sauce sound for a meatless Monday?

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A #FreshTake on a Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

April 2, 2013 By Shannah 9 Comments

Macaroni and cheese is a favorite in our house. E could probably eat for every meal and be completely satisfied. I’ve been really trying to integrate their favorite choices into our everyday meals these days while also making it easy to prepare. After doing a little online search, I decided to make my own macaroni and cheese recipe instead.

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Big Girl Rooms: Two Mood Boards

April 2, 2013 By Shannah 10 Comments

Have you ever tried to get a 5 {almost 6} year old to make design decisions? Take it from me…you’d have an easier time ripping a princess dress from her hands.

Um, how did she grow up so fast?

For H’s sixth birthday, we decided we would completely redecorate her room as part of her birthday present. When we moved in, it was pretty hastily thrown together since
a) I was pregnant and also trying to do a nursery
b) she wasn’t really at an age where a big transition made sense.

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Healthier Living with Steps and #BalanceRewards #cbias

April 1, 2013 By Shannah 2 Comments

Last week, I shared with you a recent 5 week diet challenge I participated in. The overall goal of the challenge was weight loss but it was also used a motivational and educational tool to promote healthier habits for the participants. Getting healthier and developing better eating and exercise habits is one of my major goals for this year. So far, progress has been on the slow side but at least that has been some progress.

I am the type of person who definitely needs constant motivation and thrives on participating in a community for things like weight loss. I was ecstatic to hear about the program from Walgreens, “Steps with Balance Rewards”, that rewards you with balance rewards points for leading a healthier lifestyle and participating in their online community.

The first step was registering for the program. I already had a balance rewards card that I got in store {ask the store clerk and they can get you one right at check out}.

I need to link it to an online account though to participate. The Walgreens website makes this process super easy.

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Ways to Reuse: Turn an Easter Basket into a Book Crate

April 1, 2013 By Shannah 3 Comments

I have an admission to make: I am terrible at keeping things. I’m rarely sentimental and I get on a cleaning/organizing streak and tend to do mass donations without really thinking about what might be a part of them. For that reason, my kids have never had the same Easter basket from year to year.

BUT, I started about two years ago making their Easter baskets work double duty. Gone are the adorable little woven baskets you get from Target that get one use before heading to Goodwill.
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