I like cake. Who doesn’t? And this is the most delicious cake ever. I got this recipe from my great aunt, and it’s in the part of my homemade cookbook that is stained and covered with flour. Funny how it’s mostly the cookie and cake section that looks like that. For Christmas, for birthdays, or […]
Unique Christmas Gifts – Review & Giveaway
I’ll be honest: compulsory gift giving is not my favorite thing. My absolute biggest pet peeve is being stuck at Christmas, obligated to give gifts to people who don’t need a thing and no time to spend racking my brain on something creative. Gross. Birthdays aren’t quite as bad, because it’s a day to celebrate […]
Ten Stocking Stuffers for Baby’s First Christmas
Donna Eshelman joins us from Stellar Catipillar to expand on her article about stocking stuffers for baby. This holiday season, choose simple toys that invite motor skill and speech development. Suggestions below include baby’s first doll, a lightweight ball, a new and improved version of the sippy cup, and a favorite teether. Sometimes the most […]
Toys With an Educational Twist
When you are shopping this Christmas season, if you are like me you’re trying to get the most for your money. Presents that are not only entertaining for children, but have an educational or learning component make a favorite gift option for parents. This morning I went on air with KXII Morning News to share some of […]
What to Do With a Pumpkin: Desserts, Decorations, Gifts and More
It’s that time of the year again. The pumpkins are here and the harvest has begun! Everywhere we go, the kids are quick to spot the pumpkin patches. Several churches in the area host annual pumpkin patches as fund raisers. These patches are designed with families and kids in mind, offering pumpkins of all sizes, hay […]
Family Friendly Fall Fun
As a Christian home-school mom, I am aware that there is a yearly debate among some on whether or not Christians should even acknowledge Halloween. A few years ago, I wrote an article that addressed some of these concerns with Family Alternatives to Halloween. While some may not agree with me, and that is their […]
Cowboy Cookies in a Jar {a Great Gift for a Teacher, Shower or Holiday!}
A couple of years ago, I was given my grandma’s canning jars. When I told her I wanted them, I never envisioned how many there were. She showed me eight rows of pint and quart jars four deep! I do some canning as well as use them to store dry goods like pasta, rice and snacks, but […]
Celebrating Milestones and Moments
One of the things I love best about being a mom who’s present with her children, is celebrating milestones and even everyday moments with my kids. I’ve talked before about how we find any excuse for a family gathering and joint birthday party celebration at my parents’ house. But that’s not the only way to celebrate […]
25 Things to Do With Your Kids for Earth Day
With Earth Day fast approaching, we wanted to help you keep your children entertained and having fun, while still opening up the opportunity for you to chat with them about environmental responsibility. Try one of these 25 ideas for what to do with your kids on Earth Day: 1) Write a poem about Earth, or […]
Easter Traditions and Family Joy
I love Easter. I love the hope of spring, fleeting as it may be in our area. No sooner do the bulbs hit, than perennial shrubs break free of their winter slumber. Most Easter holidays we spend informally. We do an Easter Egg Hunt with the school my mother-in-law teaches at. It was cool […]
DIY Valentine’s Day Mailbox
Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays – not for any of the reasons you may think – but because there are a lot of great creative activities to do with my kids related to this mushy gushy holiday. So far this month we have tackled homemade school valentine’s, and these adorable […]
Pop Up Valentine Cards
Make these easy Pop Up Valentine Cards for that special someone. Pop up cards are a heap of fun! Two folds, two main cuts… and there you go! Craft Supplies: Card Scissors Glue Images How to Make the Pop Up Valentine Cards The download has some guidelines as shown above. Cut along the […]
