Do you have a lot of kids books at home? Consider a home organization system! Find out how to organize books for kids below. Reading is very important to me and my family. I've been trying to set a good example as a mom lately by visiting our local library often and checking out books. It's too easy at times to become so busy and let books collect dust, but I've been intentionally ... Read More about How to Organize Books for Kids
Unicorn Candy Machine
Learn how to make this adorable Unicorn Candy Machine! This simple craft is fun to make. Create yours today and place your child's favorite candy inside! I love getting my daughters involved in crafting and putting their imaginations to work. When I told my girls we were going to be making faux candy “machines” my youngest daughter immediately said, “I want to make mine a unicorn!” Unicorns ... Read More about Unicorn Candy Machine
Five Reasons You Need to Make Rest a Priority
When your to-do list gets long and your responsibilities begin to pile up, one of the first things that often gets shoved off of your plate is rest. You wake up early, you stay up late, and you try to cram tasks and efficiency into every corner of your day. While being efficient and making good use of your time is a great way to get things done, it only helps so much. As counter-productive as it ... Read More about Five Reasons You Need to Make Rest a Priority
Candy Themed Birthday Party Decoration Ideas
Looking for a cute and unique birthday party theme idea for kids? This is for you! What a "sweet" way to celebrate a special birthday! Check out these candy themed items for a cute candy themed birthday party. You can find tableware, balloons, photo backdrops, and more. Don't forget to pick up a set of sweet invitations! Candy Themed Birthday Party Decoration Ideas Candy Party Packs ... Read More about Candy Themed Birthday Party Decoration Ideas
How to Teach Kids About Money
How to Teach Kids About Money My girls are starting to show interest with money at a young age. They see me finding ways to save money and cut costs on a regular basis. My oldest daughter will be entering third grade soon and I feel that she is ready to learn about money. My youngest likes to do what her sister does and this is a great time to get both children involved. As a parent, I need ... Read More about How to Teach Kids About Money
8 Tips for Traveling with a Cat
After my husband and I moved to our first duty station to Pensacola, Florida, we were ready to adopt our first pet as a married couple. I love cats and we decided that our first pet would be a cat. In February of 2005, we visited a local rescue shelter. When we walked inside, there were several cats to choose from. The owner of the shelter told me, “You will not choose the cat, the cat will choose ... Read More about 8 Tips for Traveling with a Cat
Should You Have Your Child’s Birthday Party at Home or Away?
Should You Have Your Child's Birthday Party at Home or Away? When my daughter was little, I thought I would be smart and save money by having her birthday parties at home. Just think of all of the money I could save (and the crafts I could do!) by making things myself! How to Plan a Toddler Birthday Party Birthday Party Ideas for Teenagers Unfortunately, it wasn't long before I ... Read More about Should You Have Your Child’s Birthday Party at Home or Away?