DIY Grab n Go Kits for Kids
I was in Wal-Mart last week doing some shopping, when I saw those Grab n Go Pouches for Kids. You know what I’m talking about, right? Those foil pouches you see in the check out isle begging you to buy them because they are so cheap and oh so handy for your kids on-the-go! Only, […]
How to Make Glow-in-the-Dark Slime
Each week I try to do one new activity with the kids that takes extra effort on my part as a mother. This usually means a trip to the store for supplies, and spending extra one-on-one time during the activity. This is also a time to let the kids be messy and participate in fun […]
Wall Mural Painting for Kids
I made a goal this year to come up with at least one out-of-the-ordinary activity to do with the littles each week. Something fun that’s out of our normal routine. When pondering what we should do this week, I thought “What would I have LOVED to do as a kid?” And instantly this came to mind. […]
Fun Ways to Show Love to Your Family
A few years ago, I had an aunt die suddenly and I had to go out of town for a week to attend the funeral. It just happened to be the week of Valentine’s Day and I felt bad I wouldn’t be there to have fun with my family. I wanted my family to still […]
Earning Your Child’s Trust
The other day my 5-year-old came up to me out of the blue, put her hand on my arm, looked me right in the eye, and in an adorably serious and sincere tone said, “Mommy, I trust you on everything.“ It was so unexpected and her serious facial expression was so cute that my […]
Baking with Kids
See that picture above? That’s what we all want our moments in the kitchen baking with kids to look like, right? Sweet smiles, laughing, sneaking a lick here and a bite there, and just having fun, and creating memories. Kids LOVE to help in the kitchen and kids love to make messes. They love […]