• Home
    • About Kristin
    • Contact Me
    • Disclaimer, Disclosure, and Privacy Policies
    • Hotel Reviews
    • Product Reviews
    • Recipes
    • Cottage Décor
    • Cleaning & Organization
    • Homeschooling
    • Faith & Hope
    • Motherhood & Family
    • Health & Beauty
Menu

Kristin's Peppermints and Cherries

  • Home
  • About
    • About Kristin
    • Contact Me
    • Disclaimer, Disclosure, and Privacy Policies
  • Travel & Reviews
    • Hotel Reviews
    • Product Reviews
  • Homemaking
    • Recipes
    • Cottage Décor
    • Cleaning & Organization
  • Family Life
    • Homeschooling
    • Faith & Hope
    • Motherhood & Family
    • Health & Beauty
Shop and Purchase Norwex Cleaning Products

Kristin’s Peppermints & Cherries

Peppermints and Cherries is a family lifestyle blog featuring encouraging posts about home and family. Discover new recipes, follow along on family travel adventures, learn how to decorate with cottage charm, and find tips for cleaning, organization, and homeschooling.

Real-Life Organization for Your Homeschool Space

Real-Life Organization for Your Homeschool Space

August 20, 2020

Organizing a homeschool space is more about having a space that works for your family than having a cutesy space. You can have the most adorable space on the Internet, but if it’s not functional, it’s not going to meet the needs of your family. Here are a couple tips to help you get started in organizing a real- life homeschool space.

Read More
In Cleaning and Organization, Homeschooling Tags homeschool resources, family lifestyle blogger, home organization for moms
Comfy Beds at Hotel Indigo Hattiesburg

Best Hotel Near Southern Miss | Hotel Indigo® Hattiesburg

August 12, 2020

My family recently traveled through Hattiesburg on our way out west, and we were quite pleased with the quality of our stay at Hotel Indigo®. The hotel boasts contemporary décor with a home-town college feel and is conveniently located within walking distance of Southern Miss. (Sponsored Hotel Review)

Read More
In Hotel Reviews Tags family lifestyle blogger, travel blogger, hotel review, family travel, Hotel Indigo® Hattiesburg
Easy Stovetop Lasagna Recipe for Busy Mamas

Easy Stovetop Lasagna Recipe for Busy Mamas

June 22, 2020

Serve this Easy Stovetop Lasagna for Busy Mamas alone or with salad and bread of your choice. In just under an hour, busy mamas will have a warm comfort meal on the table for their families to savor.

Read More
In Recipes Tags family lifestyle blogger, easy dinner recipes, recipes for busy mamas, ground beef recipes, italian recipes
Fish Oil Supplements for Kids and A Mom’s Honest Review of KidsSmart® High DHA Fish Oil Chewable Burstlets

Fish Oil Supplements for Kids and A Mom’s Honest Review of Kids Smart® High DHA Fish Oil Chewable Burstlets

February 20, 2020

My family is not a fish-loving family. I’m one of those people who searches for chicken on the menu at a seafood restaurant! Since I have recently wanted my children to take a fish oil supplement, I was very happy when Moms Meet offered me the opportunity to review Kids Smart® High DHA Fish Oil Chewable Burstlets. (Sponsored by Moms Meet)

Read More
In Health and Beauty, Product Reviews Tags Kids Smart® High DHA Fish Oil Chewable Burstlets, Moms Meet, supplements, supplements for kids, product review, family lifestyle blogger, self care
Greenville Downtown Luxury Hotel | A Review of Residence Inn® and SpringHill Suites® by Marriott®

Greenville Downtown Luxury Hotel | A Review of Residence Inn® and SpringHill Suites® by Marriott®

February 11, 2020

Recently my family was accommodated by a very out-of-the-box luxury hotel that has been named Greenville’s first dual-branded hotel. Residence Inn® and SpringHill Suites® are two Marriott® hotels under one roof with joint dynamic amenities for all hotel guests of Greenville Downtown to enjoy. (Sponsored Hotel Review)

Read More
In Hotel Reviews Tags Residence Inn and Springhill Suites by Marriott Greenville Downtown, travel blogger, hotel review, family travel, family lifestyle blogger, greenville downtown hotel review
Best Ever Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookie Bars Recipe and Reflections on a Simple Christmas in Our Country Cottage

Best Ever Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookie Bars Recipe and Reflections on a Simple Christmas in Our Country Cottage

December 28, 2019

I enjoy baking Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookie Bars during the Christmas holidays. It is the best ever cookie bar recipe, and it calls for a simple yellow cake mix, chocolate chips, water, oil, and an egg. In this post, I also reflect on my simple Christmas décor in our country cottage, the true meaning of Christmas, and family traditions.

Read More
In Recipes, Cottage Décor Tags holiday recipes, desserts, cookie bars, seasonal, homemaking, Christmas, family lifestyle blogger, christmas home tour
DIY Easy Christmas Tree Ornament Craft for Kids | Crafting with Buttons and Craft Sticks

DIY Easy Christmas Tree Ornament Craft for Kids | Crafting with Buttons and Craft Sticks

December 7, 2019

Buttons and craft sticks are some of the easiest and most practical items for crafting with kids. These DIY Christmas Tree Ornament Crafts are super easy to make, and they are a hit with kids of all ages, adults included! Moms and children alike will enjoy hanging these handmade treasured keepsake ornaments on the Christmas tree year after year.

Read More
In Homeschooling, Cottage Décor Tags homeschool resources, DIY, Christmas, seasonal, family lifestyle blogger, crafts for kids
Family Visit to Pensacola Beach, Florida | Hilton® Pensacola Beach Hotel Review | Veterans Day Weekend

Family Visit to Pensacola Beach, Florida | Hilton® Pensacola Beach Hotel Review | Veterans Day Weekend

November 15, 2019

Hilton® hotels are some of my favorite hotels to spend time away from home. The Hilton® brand does all it can to make guests feel comfortable, and Hilton® Pensacola Beach far exceeded my family’s expectations this past Veterans Day weekend. This resort-style hotel has all the finishing touches and special amenities for a family vacation! We didn’t want to leave, and that means we had the best of times! (Sponsored Hotel Review)

Read More
In Hotel Reviews Tags Hilton Pensacola Beach, travel blogger, hotel review, family travel, family lifestyle blogger
Top Ten Fall Bucket List Ideas for Families

Top Ten Fall Bucket List Ideas for Families

October 26, 2019

Fall Bucket List Ideas for Families | It seems everyone has a bucket list these days, and fall is the perfect time of year to check some of those activities off the list while spending quality family time together. This fall bucket list suggests the top ten ideas for fall family fun. Post includes a free printable Thanksgiving worksheet and recipe card for baked apples!

Read More
In Motherhood and Family, Homeschooling Tags family lifestyle blogger, homeschool resources, seasonal, fall, family life
General Francis Marion Hotel, Marion, Virginia, Hotel Review

General Francis Marion Hotel | Marion, Virginia | Hotel Review

October 19, 2019

The General Francis Marion Hotel is a boutique, historic hotel with all the comforts of modern lodging and the character of a 1920’s hotel. My family was so fortunate to discover the charming General Francis Marion Hotel in Marion, Virginia, for our last overnight stay of our fall road trip! It is the perfect hotel experience for romantics, history buffs, and families! (Sponsored Hotel Review)

Read More
In Hotel Reviews Tags family lifestyle blogger, family travel, hotel review, travel blogger, Virginia hotel review
Bird-in-Hand Family Inn Hotel Review Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

Bird-in-Hand Family Inn | Hotel Review | A Lancaster Pennsylvania Experience

October 14, 2019

Bird-in-Hand Family Inn Hotel Review | My family was recently blessed by the opportunity to visit and review one of the Smucker family’s hotels, the Bird-in-Hand Family Inn in Lancaster County Pennsylvania. This country-living resort is so much more than just a hotel! I couldn’t believe all the amazing recreational possibilities! Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is an unforgettable experience for families! (Sponsored Hotel Review)

Read More
In Hotel Reviews Tags Family Hotels in Lancaster Pennsylvania, family lifestyle blogger, family travel, travel blogger, hotel review
Hampton Inn® Fort Chiswell-Max Meadows, Virginia | Hotel Review

Hampton Inn® Fort Chiswell-Max Meadows, Virginia | Hotel Review

October 5, 2019

Hampton Inn® Ft. Chiswell-Max Meadows | Hampton by Hilton® is just one of those brands you can depend on for a classic hotel experience. Just past Wytheville, Virginia, located conveniently close to I-81 is Hampton Inn® Ft. Chiswell-Max Meadows. My family and I recently had the opportunity to review this Hilton® hotel, and we were quite pleased with our experience! (Sponsored Hotel Review)

Read More
In Hotel Reviews Tags hotel review, family lifestyle blogger, travel blogger, family travel, Virginia hotel review
Desert Essence Probiotic Hand Sanitizer Review

A Mom’s Review of Desert Essence® Probiotic Hand Sanitizer

September 28, 2019

Hand sanitizer will never replace good ole-fashioned soap and water. That’s still the best option, but in a pinch, hand sanitizer is a needful second option! Moms Meet recently offered me the opportunity to review Desert Essence® Probiotic Hand Sanitizer. My family typically uses a lot more hand sanitizer in the fall and winter months, so I was happy to review such a needful product! (Sponsored by Moms Meet)

Read More
In Health and Beauty, Product Reviews Tags Desert Essence Probiotic Hand Sanitizer, Moms Meet, product review, health and wellness for moms, self care, beauty routines
Review of Chef Robert Irvine’s FitCrunch® Cheddar Cheese High Protein Puffs

Review of Chef Robert Irvine’s FitCrunch® Cheddar Cheese High Protein Puffs

August 24, 2019

Moms Meet recently offered me the opportunity to sample Chef Robert Irvine’s FitCrunch® Cheddar Cheese High Protein Puffs. With my love of chips and savory snacks, it was a no-brainer to try a healthy alternative to traditional chips! (Sponsored by Moms Meet)

Read More
In Recipes, Product Reviews Tags Moms Meet, FitCrunch, product review
Seven Ways to Drink More Water and Benefit Your Health

Hydration—Seven Ways to Drink More Water and Benefit Your Health

June 30, 2019

Since hydration is so important, we have to be conscious of how much water we drink on a daily basis. Drinking water is an easy health goal to check off my list. Avoiding sweets, on the other hand, is more of a challenge. After all, I had rather eat my calories than drink them, so water is a perfect choice! Read these Seven Ways to Drink More Water and Benefit Your Health.

Read More
In Health and Beauty Tags tips for busy moms, health and wellness for moms, self care, beauty routines, family lifestyle blogger
When Saying No is the Best Yes and Avoiding Over-commitment as a Mom, Peppermints and Cherries Blog

When Saying No Is the Best Yes

March 8, 2019

In today’s busy world mamas have to find simple ways to avoid over-commitment and stress. There are times as a mom when saying no is the best yes, and there are even times when saying no is the only option.

Read More
In Faith and Hope, Motherhood and Family Tags motherhood, tips for busy moms, family life, family lifestyle blogger, encouragement for moms
A Book Review of That Little Voice in Your Head by Andrew David Naselli

Children and the Conscience | That Little Voice in Your Head | A Book Review

February 8, 2019

When I discovered the book, That Little Voice in Your Head: Learning about Your Conscience, I was over the moon excited to read it! Why? I have many hopes and dreams for my children, but my end-all as a mother is to lead my children to Christ. The author, Andrew David Naselli, uses appropriate biblical principles to speak truth into the hearts of impressionable children and teach them on an age-appropriate level. (Sponsored Book Review)

Read More
In Motherhood and Family, Homeschooling, Product Reviews Tags book review, teaching children to make choices, family lifestyle blogger, homeschool resources, motherhood
Motherhood Realities for Modern-Day Mamas

Motherhood Realities for Modern-Day Mamas

February 4, 2019

How are you handling life as a mom? Here are seven motherhood realities for modern-day mamas. 1. Love is the heartbeat of motherhood. 2. Mamas have highs and lows… literally! 3. Mamas feel success and failure. 4. Motherhood is beautiful and messy. 5. Mamas need self-control. 6. Mamas have only one main goal. 7. God’s love and forgiveness are new every morning.

Read More
In Faith and Hope, Motherhood and Family Tags motherhood, tips for busy moms, new moms, encouragement for moms, christian living, family lifestyle blogger
The Best Kitchen Trash Can for Families and Four Ways to Cut Down on Trash Can Odors in Your Home

The Best Kitchen Trash Can for Families and Four Ways to Cut Down on Trash Can Odors in Your Home

January 20, 2019

In this post I share my favorite kitchen trash can, a plastic step-on in the color black made by Safco®. It is truly the best trash can for families. This post also features Four Ways to Cut Down on Trash Can Odors in Your Home. (Product Review)

Read More
In Cleaning and Organization, Product Reviews Tags product review, minimalist home, homemaking, home organization for moms, kitchen tips, cleaning tips, home organization
Distressed Primitive Candlesticks DIY, Kristin’s Peppermints and Cherries

Distressed Primitive Candlesticks DIY

January 14, 2019

Over the last few years primitive and farmhouse styles have replaced many of the traditional styles. I recently distressed my bronze candlesticks to make them primitive - farmhouse style as part of a DIY Upcycle Challenge.

Read More
In Cottage Décor Tags DIY, homemaking, farmhouse decor, home décor
← Newer Posts Older Posts →
Hi, I’m Kristin! I love trying new recipes, planting pretty flowers, learning new skills, organizing, and minimalist decorating. Join me for bits and pieces of the music of life as I share recipes, tips for mamas, encouragement, and personal stories!

Hi, I’m Kristin! Peppermints and Cherries is a family lifestyle blog featuring encouraging posts about home and family. Discover new recipes, follow along on family travel adventures, learn how to decorate with cottage charm, and find tips for cleaning, organization, and homeschooling.

About Kristin

Norwex® Independent Consultant