The light was nice, and the kids were in a great mood (except Mike--see last photo) so we stepped outdoors for a few shots last night. I grew up a country girl, so these pictures make me smile. ... read more
Photo storybooks for your child + 20 theme ideas!
I've never been good at keeping up with a journal, and I can't seem to find the time for scrapbooking. These little books not only capture many special moments like a journal or a scrapbook would, but ... read more
Creating a Nature Tray
Awhile back I was looking on Pinterest at sensory trays, and came across a few that featured nature. I like the nature trays because they look pretty, and are easy to put together. We found ... read more
Grit to Great book review + Giveaway
For all you people who are not so crazy about reading, you are in luck with this book! Grit to Great is an easy read, but still packs a powerful message. The basic premise is that what makes ... read more
Happiness depends upon ourselves…
A short story + 10 ways to be happy when you don't feel like being happy. :) A couple years ago, I was going through some real struggles--emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Without going ... read more
NEW! Enchanted Garden Theme Chore Chart
I just added a new Enchanted Garden chore chart to the FREE printables section of the blog. For Chore Suggestions by Age, check out my post {here.} Every dosage buy viagra for women of this ... read more
Outdoor Kitchen – Pretend Play for Kids
Last week I added a little play table next to the children's sandbox. I have lots of plans for that table this summer! The great thing about outdoor play, is that the children can dump things ... read more
Morning in a teepee
Here's a little secret about me. I love kids (well, that's not really a secret ;) ) and after my own kids are grown, I want to be a children's photographer. I have a lot to learn about settings, ... read more
How to teach your two-year old all 50 States
This is by far the most asked about activity I do with my kids. Kenny could locate all 50 states on a U.S. map when he was two years old! He's three now, and knows most of the state capitals, and ... read more
The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up- Book Review & Giveaway!
Recently, I noticed that no matter how much I organized and got rid of things, it seemed like my house still wasn’t decluttered enough. Working one space/cupboard/drawer at a time through my house, ... read more