We are a pretty tech savvy household. We have lots of techie toys, smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, and so on. While I try to keep a balance in this area and make sure we don't become to dependent on our "screen time". I don't want anyone in the family to feel like they are in withdrawal if they have to sit with their thoughts and little else to entertain themselves. If they do start to get antsy without their electronic devices then I know we need some screen free time. I also see the value … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2014
My Fall Bucket List
Fall is my favorite time of year! I am ready and ramping up for some fall fun by making a bucket list. What do YOU love to do in the fall??? My Fall Bucket List Attend the Country Living Fair Done!!! Go apple picking at a local orchard Make apple dumplings Make crockpot applesauce Visit a pumpkin patch Carve some pumpkins Take a scenic drive too see changing leaves Take a boat out on Alum Creek to see the leaves Go on a hayride Visit a haunted house Go to the Pumpkin Festival Eat … [Read more...]
Natural Play Dough and Fun Recipes
Kids love to get their hands messy and play with good ole fashioned play dough. The stuff in the stores though could have any number of unsavory ingredients. The truth is we don't know because the major players in the industry refuse to disclose ingredients, claiming that it is proprietary. The uber bright colors are enough to make me worry though because there are lots of toxic nasties in dyes. The powers that be claim are they "perfectly safe". I say why wonder when you can make your own. … [Read more...]
How Co-Sleeping Can Help
I am a big advocate for cosleeping. I shared a bed with all three of my kiddos and I found the benefits for both mom and baby to be without measure. This is especially so with infants and babies who are still breastfeeding but the benefits easily extend to toddlers as well. It makes for healthier and more attached and secure children. And another big bonus: It's free! No need for a pricey crib which might just be recalled a year or two down the line anyway. For more info check out my article … [Read more...]
Gorgeous DIY Upcycled Teacup Lights
I grew up in a tea-drinking family and I have always loved the delicacy of teacups. If you have some you particularly like, turn them into these gorgeous teacup lights. It’s not as difficult as you may think and it should only take you about an hour to create these cute little lamps which are just my cup of tea. They also make really great gifts. What you need • Cup and saucer • Pencil • 1/2-inch diamond hole saw drill bit Upcycling ideas teacup lamp • Drill • Chandelier … [Read more...]
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