family fun • entertainment & parties
by Barbara Reich on November 8th, 2018 | 1 Comment »
Thanksgiving is one of those holidays that can be very overwhelming. Not only is it a big meal, but it’s normally a big group of people, including family, and a lot of traditions. While tradition is important, you need to take your sanity into account. You don’t have to make…
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mom • crafts • crafts • kids crafts
by Jill Greenlaw on November 8th, 2018 | 2 Comments »
November is a great month to focus on the things we are grateful for. I love teaching my children about gratitude, because it helps them to focus less on themselves and more on others.
Gratitude Jar
A gratitude jar is a perfect way to help us get into the spirit…
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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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parenting • ages and stages
by Cari Thompson on November 1st, 2018 | No Comments »
“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it." This quote from William Arthur Ward is one of my favorite quotes about gratitude. We should be expressing gratitude as we feel it for the benefits of those we thank and ourselves. Here…
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crafts • holidays
by Chris Molnar on October 23rd, 2018 | No Comments »
What is your favorite fall craft project? During this time of the year, it's fun to get crafty and creative with festive decor throughout your home. One of my favorite craft projects to make are these super easy pumpkin treat bags. This is such a great craft because it’s…
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