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Stuff happens. And you need a place to put it all. One thing that will help you keep your sanity, mamas, is to have a place for everything. Train your children to know that place, so that as they grow, they can put their own things away. I searched a few thrift and antique stores, looking for the perfect storage piece, but the school year was well on its way, I had not found the right thing, and I wasn’t feeling quite organized. Pressed wood to the rescue! I found this piece online. I liked the look of…
“You are my sunshine…my only sunshine…You make me happy…when skies are gray… You’ll never know dear…how much I love you…Please don’t take…my sunshine away…” This song takes me back. As in, back to kindergarten. Amazing how something so small and simple can transport you across the years that way. It’s also something I’ve sung to all my babies, as I’m sure most of you have. Aaaand I have a little niece who is quite…
Another holiday is upon us, and I am all about using every opportunity as a teachable moment- even Valentine’s Day! I’m sharing how I use these “Sweet Rewards” over at Busy Mom’s Helper. Click on over for an easy-peasy idea of the sweet and simple variety…because they are my favorite. 😉  …
Your hands are busily trying to finish dinner without burning it, it’s the baby’s fussy time, the phone is ringing, you have a long list of to-do’s, and your mind is occupied with all of these things, while your other kiddos whine that there is “nothing to doooooo.” After a couple of rejected suggestions you may find yourself saying, “I don’t know…just do something!” Does this scenario sound familiar? It may or may not be a composite of personal experience. 😉 In times like these, it…
Happy Summer, Moms and Kids! To help your summer get off to a fantastic start, I wanted to share with you a little tool I use. It’s a Consequence Chart, and if you’re anything like me, it’ll be a great way for you to have more fun and less stress this summer…and all year ’round. For all the details, come visit me at Busy Mom’s Helper, where I’m contributing today, and don’t forget to share some ideas of your own for smooth sailing this summer…
It’s about that time again… when we can all kick up our feet and relax a little. You know, in between gardening (I’m really good at growing weeds), beach-going, spring cleaning (yes, I do mine in the summer), and finishing all those projects I have lined up. My kids have big summer plans, and I’m sure yours do, too. But just in case you have some down time, or the occasional rainy day… I have something really fun to share with you! We discovered Adventures in Odyssey when my oldest was…
Happy Weekend, Mamas! One way I love spending my weekend is decorating. Today I’m over at Busy Mom’s Helper sharing a tip about decorating. I have five special children, and I’m using décor to make each child feel special. Come visit me there, and read the details of this project, and get inspired to do the same for each of your children. This is one project you’re guaranteed to be able to finish by the end of the weekend! Sharing at some great link-up parties, including these…
Spring has finally sprung! Around here, that means the trees have been bursting with color, and happy little flowers have been popping up everywhere. And I was so ready for it! So, my children and I made these fun Paper Peonies…on stems. I just love ’em. They are the perfect spring craft. I’m sharing the tutorial in a contributor post over at Busy Mom’s Helper. Click HERE to hop over there and see how we made them. See you there! Sharing at Mom2MomMonday Mama Moments Monday Growing in Grace Thursday Motivation Monday Something…
Guess what? A few days ago, my daughter made this cute little bunny and I thought it was the perfect thing to welcome spring. Also, I was amazed at her cleverness. No pattern or tutorial, just her imagination and creativity. Last year, the girls learned to crochet in art class, and it has become a favorite thing for them to do… like making these teeny tiny Barbie purses… and keeping all the dolls well-dressed. They have been enjoying making things to wear… to share… and now to sell! They…
My children are at different ages, different stages but all with one thing in common… they’re growing up and growing up is hard to do. While we would all like to revisit yesteryear once in a while, growing up is something most people wouldn’t want to do over- because it’s hard work… skinned knees broken hearts hurt feelings and tough decisions. That’s the big one. And the bigger you get, so do the decisions. I tell my children that’s the way they know they are getting closer to…
