Christmas Countdown Ornaments as a DIY Advent CalendarI distinctly remember my mom buying my sister and me those advent calendars with the boxes you punch out, revealing a candy piece each day. I LOVED those calendars. I was always so excited for Christmas and could not wait to punch out one of those boxes every morning. I…
Thanksgiving Neighbor Gifts: Pastries Are a Delicious Way to Show Gratitudegiving back • my world • raising giving children • bettering communities
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…
Mommy Dating: 4 Ways to Get to Know the Moms of Your Children’s Friendsrelationships • me • relationships • lifestyle
Relationships—Now that school is back in session, hopefully you and your child are over the first day jitters. I know for our house, they can last for a couple of months. There are many things that involve going back to school; new teachers, new classmates, new schedules, and making…
Teaching Assertive Anger Expression to KidsFrom the cries of infancy, to the tantrums of toddlerhood, and hopefully the self-control of school-age years, developing the delicate art of anger expression is a process for children. Some little ones seem to be born with a cool head while others show their hot-tempers right from birth. No matter…
Back to school is an exciting time of year. Getting started and feeling prepared with a positive attitude promotes good grades and confidence in the classroom. As moms, we are counting down the last days of summer, and, at the same time, making sure everyone is all set for their…
