My husband loves Christmas. He insisted on pulling out the holiday decorations the week before Thanksgiving. My neighbors scoffed, but his festive heart was undeterred. And while we gazed upon our fully decorated tree while…
Cinnamon-Scented Felt Apple Ornaments
Can you keep a secret? My girls are getting their first sewing machine for Christmas. My mother-in-law has worked weekly with my daughters, teaching them how to sew. I know they’re going to love their…
Turkey Pencils
With Thanksgiving nearing, it’s a great time of year to focus on our many blessings. These Turkey Pencils are a fun Thanksgiving craft to do with your kids plus a fun way to open up…
Thankful Turkey Box
It seems like more and more holidays are busy, too busy. The past few years I’ve made an effort with my family to slow things down and enjoy the holidays for their true meaning. As we…
Flying Ghosts for Kids
Something spooky is flying this way! Halloween is right around the corner and we are getting ready with some Halloween kid-friendly activities. With three little kids, my family isn’t quite ready for goblins and zombies…
How to Make a Painted Leaf Garland Craft for Kids
Fall doesn’t exist in California. Well, that’s not completely true. But as I was walking around my neighborhood in hopes of catching glimpses of a changing season, I was left disappointed. Where are all the falling leaves?…
Apple Volcanoes l Science Fun for Kids
Soon we’ll be saying good-bye to sunscreen and beach bags and hello to backpacks and other assorted school supplies. I’m cherishing these last few days of summer together with my girls before we head back to school. As…
Salt Dough Olympic Medals
Are you ready for Rio?!? The 2016 Summer Olympics are around the corner, and my girls and I can’t wait! I’m probably the least athletic person out there, so I’m living vicariously through the men…