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We just had our very last weekend of summer break. Where did the time go? A few more days and all the kids will be heading off to school. This time next week I will have one in first grade, one a freshman in high school and one a freshman in college; boy can I get any busier?
The kids are growing up so fast and soon they will go their own way and rather not spend time with Mom and Dad. I always take advantage of the weekends when all the kids are home and declare Sunday as our family fun day. No matter what, where or when, everyone knows Sunday is the day to be home with the family!
We try to have family meals during the weeks as often as we can, but Sunday is always a must. I wanted to make our last fun day a little special and celebrate the kids going off to different classes and while I made my grocery list for my weekly trip to Walmart I tried to come up with ideas that all the kids would enjoy. I know my kids love pizza and whether it is the oldest or the youngest, I can never keep enough pizza in the house. I have to admit, I love it, too and could eat it for breakfast, lunch or dinner. I’m sure I’m not alone.
A family pizza party with a small salad and fruit bar would be a fun treat. I know Walmart would have everything I needed to spoil my family and I also know that Walmart always has the best price for the items that I buy for my family. Trying to stay within a budget to feed my family of 5 is very important to me.
I picked up some fruit, crackers, veggies and Jack’s pizza. I’m not sure why, but it stood out and jumped at me. Maybe it was that Jack’s pizza has been around since the 60’s and I have yet had a chance to try it? Maybe it was the amazingly low price? I don’t know, but I do know that I grabbed four off them, each was under $3.00 and the kids love pepperoni and cheese pizza.
It has been extremely hot in Florida and I hate turning on the oven just to make a pizza, interesting fact on the packaging for Jack’s pizza it said it would be great for grilling, guess what we did… Yup, we popped it on the grill and 15 minutes later our pizza was done! We used a gas grill and it was easy peace lemon squeeze. I bet anyone can do this!
I prepared a little salad and fruit bar for the kids to nibble on and enjoy their pizza; we all sat on the table for hours just chatting about the good ol’ times, how much fun the kids had during the summer, the things they miss while they were away for our Germany trip, what expectations they have for the new school year and many more things. It was a blast to just sit and chat and have fun as a family.
Not much effort, but it meant a whole lot to me and I’m sure the kids, too. Who knows how many more dinners we have all together as one family, with the oldest going to college, he may not be home that often anymore, the middle one hanging out more with his friends; I truly enjoyed it and loved that Jack’s pizza was super easy on the grill, prepared in 15 minutes and dinner was served.
I love when #FoodMadeSimple and everyone enjoys it. Have you tried Jack’s pizza yet? We love it and it will be a new addition to our freezer, that’s for sure! Crispy, crunchy and delicious, pair it with a nice cold glass of Lemon & Lime water and you will have a great dinner whether you are feeding a crowed or just yourself. For more dinner ideas or delicious recipes, be sure to visit Nestle for some flavorful moments.
How do you celebrate Back to school with your Family?
Jennifer says
What a great way to celebrate the end of summer and lessen the sting of the dreaded first day of school. I love it.
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Scarlet says
We try to fit in as much last minute all day fun as we can! Canoeing, museums, trips, you name it! I like your back to school party idea! I shared it on google+
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Tammi says
This year all 3 of my kids will be in school all day long – oh, there will be some celebrating! I might do that with a pizza solo and perhaps a manicure! 😉
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Dee Mauser says
My kids are all out of school although we have 2 in college and there is a whole lot more preparation for that. I love the idea of a pizza party. Well, any excuse for pizza is a good thing in my book. haha! We love our pizza! Oh, and I love all of the family pictures hung in your dining room! 😀
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Amber Edwards says
It is so hard to say goodbye to summer. I don’t want to do it! I think we need to have one more pizza party before school starts! Love this idea!
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Nolie says
I can’t believe back to school time is almost here. What a great idea to kick off the school year and say goodbye to summer.
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Lisa says
This looks like a great way to get ready for a new school year. The pizza looks amazing!
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Jenna Wood says
I think it’s important to ease children back into school as though it is a celebration. Those Jack’s pizzas look like great motivation to me!
Kimberly Grabinski says
I joke that I throw a party while they are gone on their first day. We generally try and kick it off with a fun dinner the night before, and lots of good sleep.
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shelly peterson says
What a fun time spent with the family! The pizza party is a great idea to celebrate the end of summer. I love the grilling of the pizza, looks like it turned out perfect and you didn’t have to heat up your kitchen.
Aimee Smith says
The end of summer is always so bittersweet! Way to send it out in style and fun!
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Shauna says
What a great way to celebrate a new year. I have never thought of doing something like this… thanks for sharing.
Pam says
That looks like a ton of fun! I am sure I needed to come to this party too!
Angela S says
We had a pizza party at my house to celebrate the last day of summer break. It looks like you had great fun!
Dawn says
What a great way to lessen the sting of back to school time rolling around. Cool idea!
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Amy Desrosiers says
Yum, I love to grill pizza! I have not tried Jack’s yet though, but will have to.
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Dawn says
We have always liked Jack’s pizza! It looks tasty!
Jen Temcio says
HA!! We are having Jack’s pizza right now! It is almost 10:00 and we are watching shark week together on a late summer night.
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Tammilee Tips says
It does not seem like its back to school time yet!! What a great family dinner I bet all the kids loved it. Love the cooking the pizza on the grill great idea!
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Liza says
Family pizza parties are one of our favorite ways to have a low-key celebration. Pizza is something we can all agree on – though I like your idea of a toppings bar to customize individual slices!
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Janet W. says
We started back to school last week and already had a little pizza party of our own last Friday night to celebrate! Your pizza looks delicious!
Marina says
We take off for one last family mini vacation 🙂
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Mama to 5 BLessings says
We have had that brand pizza before and it was great, my family enjoyed it.
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Julie Wood says
I love the Jack’s Pizza at Walmart. It is so delicious and easy to make. We usually have a nice night out barbecue and barbecue pizza. It tastes so good off the grill and we will be doing this soon.
Kristin says
Oh YUM!! Pizza night is our favorite!!!
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Sarah says
Note to self: Don’t come to your blog when hungry! Looks great!
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Claudia says
So tasty! That seems to be impressive!
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Nicole Dz says
Family pizza night at our house usually includes game night or movie night too, so double the fun!
Stefani Tolson says
My kids started school today. It is so quiet with all four of them being gone all day. Tonight I enjoyed making a family dinner. I do wish my store stocked that brand of pizza. Pizza is one of our favorite meals here.
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Samantha K says
I think it is great you have Sunday planned for a family day each week! #client