I have always prided myself on being a person of action. A problem presents itself and bam! I’m on the attack. I read articles, request books from the library, brainstorm lists of potential solutions. I talk and talk and talk some more, with friends and loved ones and friendly random people at Target, until I’m…
Dear Reader, Happy New Year! Is there an official date in January when you’re supposed to stop saying that? Because I thought I’d be saying it to you in a post much earlier than today, but I haven’t, and here’s why: I’ve been mired in a battle against hypocrisy. Okay, okay, that sounds a little…
The anticipation of Christmas is as magical as Christmas Day itself…maybe even more so. Making a Christmas countdown for kids is a fun way to celebrate this wonderful time of year. Start December 1st and complete a fun activity each day through Christmas Eve. A fun countdown doesn’t require giving 24 toys or trinkets –…
November abounds with opportunities to practice gratitude, gather with loved ones, embrace coziness, enjoy good food, and more. Here’s a November bucket list to offer you and your loved ones fun ways to connect and make memories this month. Enjoy! November Bucket List – Thanksgiving Ideas November Bucket List – Special Day Ideas November Bucket…
Looking for a super simple DIY fall leaf decoration? Look no further than Mod-Podged leaves! Preserving Fall Leaves with Mod Podge When the tree canopy is decked out in mid-October splendor, I think the classic Christmas song got it wrong. Because THIS is the most wonderful time of the year. For years I’ve loved going…
Some mornings it’s easy to get kids out the door. Other days, they might be worried, tired, sad, or angry. Today’s post features a morning ritual to ease your child’s before-school anxiety and nurture your connection in the process. Looking for other positive ways to start the day? Check out other posts in the morning…
Do mornings in your household often feel chaotic? Mine, too. Find a moment to ground yourself and your kids by starting the day with a morning quote jar. This is the third installment of the morning rituals series. See these posts for other ideas! Part 1 – Morning Playlist Part 2 – Morning Hugs Why…
Last week, I kicked off a series about morning rituals to add meaning and connection to the start of the day. We started with a morning playlist. Today it’s the importance of a morning hug. A WHOLE POST About a HUG? You might be thinking, “This blog post could be six words long: ‘Hug your…
As you gear up for a new school year, you’re no doubt thinking about the logistics of your morning routine with kids. What time does everyone need to get up? Who needs a lunch packed? How do I keep this kid focused on eating breakfast instead of making a fortress out of the cereal boxes?!?…
