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by Jyl Johnson Pattee on November 22nd, 2018 | No Comments »
What are the holidays without sweets? And what is Christmas without giving? One of the family traditions we've found most memorable, not to mention fun, this time of year is passing out sweet treats throughout December to thank people for their kindness.
How to Make Reindeer Candy Canes
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giving back • my world • raising giving children • bettering communities
by Jyl Johnson Pattee on November 1st, 2018 | 2 Comments »
Thanksgiving—I have been busy on Pinterest lately, pinning all my favorite holiday desserts and neighbor gift ideas to a board I created called "Holiday Yummies." I have found cute hot chocolate stirring spoons, creative cookies, fun fudge, and more.
As I was looking through my board, I…
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by Mindy Lockard on September 14th, 2018 | 2 Comments »
Giving is fun, so make it that way. As a list lover, I know firsthand how easy it is to drive off into the sunset—just me and my list—leaving my family behind. However, when it comes to giving gifts, it's important to include our family and find out what they…
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by Amy L. Sullivan on January 31st, 2012 | 2 Comments »
On Mom It Forward throughout the month of January, I've discussed ways to use your crafting ability to create shoes. I've listed 12 ways you and your child can start giving today. We outlined three tips in choosing an appropriate volunteer experience for your family. I've even laid…
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giving back • my world • raising giving children • tips for giving back
by Amy L. Sullivan on January 24th, 2012 | No Comments »
One way to raise giving children is to help them see the needs of others and the easiest way to see needs in your community is to get involved. However, picking an age-appropriate volunteer activity can be challenging, especially with little ones.
3 Ways a Parent Can Volunteer
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giving back • my world • raising giving children • tips for giving back
by Amy Sullivan on January 17th, 2012 | 1 Comment »
It’s a Tuesday in January at Mom It Forward and that means we are talking about fun ideas and strategies to raise giving kids. In previous weeks, we’ve highlighted Sole Hope, a kid-friendly organization your family can serve with, and we’ve also discussed the Three C’s of Service: …
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Thanksgiving Neighbor Gifts: Pastries Are a Delicious Way to Show Gratitude
