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How to feel less busy, even when you’re not.
Sometimes our schedules simply get away from us. No matter what great intentions we had when we laid out our plans, often the reality of those plans is not as we expected. We’re so darn busy all the time!! Although we often can’t actually BE less busy, I have some great ways for you to FEEL less busy.
[Read more…]We all know (or should know) the Pledge of Allegiance by heart, but what does the Pledge of Allegiance mean? I break it down simply, so you can even help the kids understand. Free printable included!
What good is reciting the words if we’re wondering “What does the Pledge of Allegiance mean”? Let’s break this beautiful pledge down line by line and get to the Pledge of Allegiance meaning.
[Read more…]Follow these pool safety tips to keep you and your guests safe by the pool this summer! I’ll even help you keep people from peeing in your pool!
The swimming pool is a place of gathering and a source of fun. The kids get SO excited to swim. Adults enjoy lounging and letting the little ones get their energy out. I grew up with a pool, and it never really got old. There’s nothing like submerging your body in cool water. There’s nothing like the weightlessness of a pool to soothe a pregnant body! Unfortunately, pools can be dangerous places too – especially for little ones. By following some specific pool tips, you can greatly reduce the chances of your beautiful lazy summer day turning into a trip to the ER or worse.
[Read more…]Car toy organization can make or break a trip with the kids. Whether you’re running to the store or driving cross country, I’ve got you covered!
I don’t know about you, but my car gets trashed. Little hands are constantly grabbing toys and leaving everything strewn about. The only way I’ve found to combat this is to have a place for everything. That way, even if the little ones don’t put it back, it’s quick and easy for you to put it back as you get them out of their car seats. I have a few key car toy organization tips that have transformed the interior of my car.
[Read more…]Make dad or grandpa feel loved with these free printable Father’s Day cards and frameable Father’s Day “about dad” printables.
Make dad or grandpa feel loved this Father’s Day by making them something about them! These free printable Father’s Day Cards and frameable Father’s Day “about dad” printables have fill-ins for the little ones, and usually result in some adorable answers. They make great Father’s Day gifts, and amazing keepsakes.
[Read more…]Mother’s Day is a perfect occasion to remember that YOU MATTER TOO! No matter what anybody else is doing (or not doing) for you, you owe it to yourself to take some time for self care. Your children are watching! Here are some mother’s day activities to treat yourself.
Moms. We’re so busy taking care of everyone else that we often forget ourselves. This Mother’s Day, no matter how much or how little your family does for you, take the opportunity to treat yourself to a little indulgence. Whatever it is that makes you happy – do it! Can’t remember what it is you like to do anymore? Me either!! So I’ve included some suggestions below. #momlife
[Read more…]Here are some simple hacks for how to look better quickly. I’m talking 3 minutes or less people! I also share a bit of food for thought on why you should bother if you plan to stay home all day.
So, you want to look better quickly? Yep – me too. I usually don’t have much time to get myself ready. Regardless of what’s keeping you from taking the time to fully primp, these simple guidelines will work for just about everyone. They’ll take you from frumpy and dumpy to ready to face the world in as little as 3 minutes!
[Read more…]Learn how to easily makeover a standard store bought cake into an expensive bakery cake!
It took me no time at all to transform this store bought cake into something that I received many compliments on at my daughter’s 1st birthday party.
[Read more…]This Spring/Easter tablescape was so fun to do! I hope it brings you some inspiration, or at the very least brings your eyes some happiness.
Setting a beautiful table is something that brings me joy. Sometimes I like to make a fancy fussy table with chargers and fancy everything. But for spring I wasn’t feeling that. Spring says casual to me. It says natural, relaxed, and requests simple beauty.
[Read more…]Check out my non-candy, non-junk Easter Basket ideas! Also, learn how to avoid spending a bunch of extra money on a great Easter Basket!
I can’t stand ending up with a bunch of junk food or just plain junk in the house because we needed to buy something for a holiday. A non candy basket is a must for us, and I barely spend any extra money to do it! Sound too good to be true? It’s not – I promise. With a little planning and some great ideas, you can have an affordable and exciting Easter Basket without filling it with candy or junk.
[Read more…]In this post I’m sharing how to decorate an Easter basket. Basically we’re going to spruce up a store bought basket to turn it into a beautiful Easter basket to reuse year after year. Easter is a beautiful time of year. The beginning of Spring, the weather warming, and all the fun festivities that this […]
Learn how to teach children their address with this catchy song. Then reinforce it with these fun activities! I think teaching children their address and phone number is very important. It is proven that we learn best when information is put into a song. Here is a simple but catchy song to teach your child […]
This weekly savings plan will show you how to always have enough money. This is the key to staying out of debt!! Don’t you hate it when you get a bill and have to figure out where you’re going to get the money to pay it? Me too! If you’re using a budget, this most […]
My Good Enough Cleaning Schedule is reality based and doesn’t have you cleaning for cleaning’s sake. Do you (attempt to) follow one of those oh-so-perfect Pinterest cleaning schedules? Does it make you feel like a failure? Mine did, so I made my own, and it’s GOOD ENOUGH!!
