Family

Life, According to Me- A Darling Child’s Journal

Dec

2012

As a mom of 4 little kids, I often wish I could take a peak into their young minds and see what it is that makes them think, feel and act how they do. Do you have children? Nieces and nephews? Students? You get it, right? I adore these kids more than anything in the world, but sometimes I worry that I’m not communicating with them very well, like I might be missing a teachable moment or something to help them grow and learn and feel safe, valued and loved. While expressing my thoughts on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Baby & Kids, Digital Designs & Printables, Family, Paper Crafts, Real Life · Tagged With: eBook, kid's activities, life according to me

Roll a Snowman- A game for the whole Family!

Dec

2012

by Stephanie 8 Comments

This snowman dice game can't get any easier to prepare and play! It's great for kids and adults of all ages- my young kids love it, but you could also have your teenage children play it to see who gets out of doing the dishes after dinner- get creative! You will need: -A die -A set of snowman pieces for each player. I made the following printable, you can use it if you'd like! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THIS PDF Object of the Game: Be the first person to collect all the pieces of your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Digital Designs & Printables, Family · Tagged With: games, Winter

The White Stocking Poem- A Meaningful Christmas Eve Tradition

Dec

2012

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(image source) When my friend shared with me the tradition her family does each year called The 12 Months of Christmas, I absolutely LOVED the gift that was given on the 12th month of the year- The White Stocking Poem. I decided to start this tradition with my own family. All you need is a simple white stocking to get started and here is what you do: Hang the white stocking in a special place in your home. On Christmas Eve, gather the family together and each person will write on a piece … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: christmas

Cupcake Liner Snowflakes for Sandy Hook Elementary

Dec

2012

by Stephanie 13 Comments

The PTA leaders of all of the schools in Newtown, PA are requesting our help in supporting the families whose lives were turned upside down after last Friday's tragedy. If you're looking for a way to show sympathy and encouragement for this community, here is a project that is in need of support. It is a perfect activity for the entire family, or for any individual who'd like to help. Welcome Students to a Winter Wonderland! When school resumes for Sandy Hook, it will be in a new building. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Charity & Service, Family, Paper Crafts, Real Life, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: trials, Winter

A Season of Service “The Giving Tree”

Nov

2012

by Stephanie 2 Comments

Often times we get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays and we don't take time to enjoy this time of year. I sometimes look back at the start of the new year and think, "I can't believe the holidays are over already!" So in an effort to preserve this time just a bit and focus less on the commercialized aspects of the holidays, I came up with a fun idea to encourage a season of service with my family- I call it "The Giving Tree". This is our family's "Giving Tree". When we do … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Charity & Service, Family, Paper Crafts, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: Activities, christmas, Winter