If we want to raise world-changers, the best place to start is in our very own homes. And for our teaching efforts to be fruitful, we have to first lay a foundation of love. Here are seven powerful ways to build a loving family. **Links in this post may be affiliate links. … [Read more...]
Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt
It’s not Christmas without driving around to look at lights, right? Add another layer of delight to the beloved holiday tradition with this Christmas light scavenger hunt! **Links in this post may be affiliate links. This means that if you click that link and purchase the … [Read more...]
How to Create a Summer Routine for Your Kids
Summer vacation with kids is great, but it also comes with a fair amount of challenge! If you’re looking for a strategy for surviving (and thriving) this summer, developing a summer routine for your kids tops my list. Here’s why you should have one and how to make one that works … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Simplify Your Christmas (And Enjoy It More!)
Do the holidays stress you out? Too much to do and not enough time to do it? Here are 5 ways to simplify your Christmas (so you can enjoy it more!) **Links in this post may be affiliate links. This means that if you click that link and purchase the product, I may receive a … [Read more...]
25 Family Christmas Traditions
Family traditions are a wonderful, special part of Christmas that your kids will remember for years to come. Need some ideas? Here are 25 memory-making family Christmas traditions to make your holiday bright. **Links in this post may be affiliate links. This means that if … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Thanksgiving Round-Up
Make your Thanksgiving a day to remember! Here is a round-up of recipes, crafts, activities, books, decorations, and tips -- everything you need to make your holiday a whopping success! **Links in this post may be affiliate links. This means that if you click that link and … [Read more...]
It’s OK to Have Ordinary Summers
We only have 18 summers with our kids. In case you weren’t already aware, the memes on social media will quickly remind you. I understand the point and appreciate the message. It is all too easy in this parenting gig to slip into survival mode. Between working to support … [Read more...]
Easy, Healthy 3-Ingredient Popsicles
Nothing says summer as a kid (or adult!) like popsicles. And these healthy 3-ingredient homemade popsicles make it easy to say “yes!” to them all summer long. **Links in this post may be affiliate links. This means that if you click that link and purchase the product, … [Read more...]
10 Keys to a Smoother Transition After a New Baby
As many of you know, we recently welcomed our third child -- our precious daughter, Annabel -- to our family. With each baby we’ve added, we’ve gone through a transition period. And while you might think that after the first one it would be easy, it never is. Each one brings … [Read more...]
8 Things (You Might Be Forgetting) To Stockpile Before Baby
Are you expecting a new baby soon? You’ve probably been thinking about all the things you need before his/her arrival (spoiler alert: it’s not as much as you think!). And it sure is fun to get all those cute clothes and handy accessories. But in all your preparations, make sure … [Read more...]
