We are finally getting around to packing up all our Valentine crafting, decor and homemade STUFF. I’m trying to be selective about what I keep, what I toss and how to fit it all back in the one small Valentine bin I use to store the stuff. It’s not easy, deciding what kid-made valentines to […]
Archives for February 2013
Apple Jack Cookies
My oldest daughter brought home this recipe for Apple Jack Cookies when they were learning about recipe quantities at school, in preparation for hosting their annual Thanksgiving desert for parents. We made them for the second time this weekend, while staying in the North Carolina mountains with family. They were just as good as they […]
Weekending
Remember my New Years post Walking into a mindful new year, and me saying I want to go on more adventures and spontaneous road trips? That is just what we did for our long President’s Day weekend. We went with family and stayed in a cabin in North Carolina mountains, in Banner Elk, near Sugar […]
A Simple Moment
A Simple Moment is a post that appears here every Friday. A photo I want to remember of a simple moment, with a few simple words. If you are inspired to do the same, leave a link in the comment section for all to see and read. A Simple Moment was inspired by SouleMama. Visit her […]
The best quick homemade Valentine shirt
I hope everyone had a wonderful Valentine’s Day! I used to not like Valentine’s day. But I must admit I embrace it full heart-idly now, with a kid-kind of heart. The fun, the excitement, the love, the chocolate – really how can one resist? It was a busy week just trying to keep up with […]
A Simple Moment
A Simple Moment is a post that appears here every Friday. A photo I want to remember of a simple moment, with a few simple words. If you are inspired to do the same, leave a link in the comment section for all to see and read. New swimsuits were purchased for upcoming swim classes. […]
Chores with Children the Montessori Way
Every time my children whine about not getting allowance my response is, “No one pays me to make my bed. Why should I pay you to make yours?” And it clicks. That said, I have struggled with how to go about chores at home. With no incentive, it can be difficult to convince a child […]
Montessori crafting for Valentine’s Day
My idea of crafting with children has become more and more simple. They enjoy creating best when they do it on their own terms, indpendently, and with proud results. Since setting up our Montessori craft shelf, cards have been made for teachers and friends, we have found love notes hanging off the chandler, our bed […]