Since the month of October is Pastor Appreciation Month, I thought a round-up of Pastor Appreciation Ideas would be a fabulous idea. Our home church has three pastors, who all work hard, and who we love dearly. I wanted to highlight some pastor gift ideas that the kids can participate in. 10 Pastor Appreciation Ideas […]
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Starting a Mom Support Group — Why You Actually Need One
No matter what stage of parenting you’re in, it can be a confusing and at times, overwhelming experience. While parents around you seem to be sailing through a sea of their kids achieving milestones, you might be sitting down, exhausted, doubting yourself and your parenting abilities. Guess what? You’re not alone, and definitely not hopeless. […]
10 DIY Spiderman Cupcakes That You Can Make at Home!
Here at the Long House we like to make cupcakes for family birthdays and family dinners. Pinterest is my friend, people. I always go there for great ideas. Last week, we watched Spider-Man: Far From Home, and now my son is, again, in love with all things Spider-Man. DIY Spiderman Cupcakes Hear are 10 ideas […]
Have Your Kids Played These Six Bicycle Games?
The following games require little more than kids, bicycles, and a large driveway or empty parking lot. An adult or older child who can stand lookout for cars (and solve any disputes) is an ideal addition. Look for a safe spot and then gather a group of kids and a few other supplies to set […]
Family Life
Starting a Mom Support Group — Why You Actually Need One
No matter what stage of parenting you’re in, it can be a confusing and at times, overwhelming experience. While parents around you seem to be … [Read More...]
Have Your Kids Played These Six Bicycle Games?
The following games require little more than kids, bicycles, and a large driveway or empty parking lot. An adult or older child who can stand … [Read More...]
Kids Playground Games
There are lots of games kids can play outdoors when they are given a flat paved surface. Kids' parents or even their grandparents may remember … [Read More...]
Print this Tracker for Your Kids’ Summer Reading Challenge
Reading is a requirement in our house. Thankfully, both of my kids love to read. Well, Isabella loves reading books. Nate still loves being read … [Read More...]
Faith
Pastor Appreciation Ideas for the Kids!
Since the month of October is Pastor Appreciation Month, I thought a round-up of Pastor Appreciation Ideas would be a fabulous idea. Our home … [Read More...]
52 Uncommon Family Adventures
Connect with your family without breaking the bank. PC: Moody Publishers Facebook When you dreamed of having a family you pictured outings, … [Read More...]
Family Worship Ideas for Your Family
Over the years, I have featured many devotional books that are great for family worship. My husband and I have committed to doing family worship … [Read More...]
Gritty and Graceful: 15 Inspiring Women of the Bible
God gave girls grit and grace. From the very beginning, God looked to girls and women to teach, to lead, to love, to change the world. What a … [Read More...]
Travel
Visit Mount Rainier with Kids for the Day
It always amazing me how many great attractions and sights that I have not been to in my own state. I grew up here in Washington and there is … [Read More...]
Family Travel: Spring Break Guide to Phoenix Arizona
If you’re looking for a great place with unique destinations and sights to see, Phoenix Arizona is your place to be. This can be a great place to … [Read More...]
Kauai Vacation: One Week in Kauai with Kids
When we planned to visit Kauai Hawaii for Spring Break with my parents and sister, we decided to visit an Island that we had not been to before. … [Read More...]
Fun Family Time in Palm Desert California!
For Spring Break this year, our family visited Palm Desert, California. My husband's aunt owns a home in a great gated community with 44 pools, … [Read More...]
Recipes
10 DIY Spiderman Cupcakes That You Can Make at Home!
Here at the Long House we like to make cupcakes for family birthdays and family dinners. Pinterest is my friend, people. I always go there for … [Read More...]
Easy to Recreate Tomato Cucumber Salad Recipe
This time of year, we always have tomatoes and cucumbers in the fridge. The last few weeks at church, someone has been bringing a tomato cucumber … [Read More...]
Fireworks Cookies for Your 4th of July Celebration
We LOVE the 4th of July in here at the Long house. Each year we attend our local small town parade and then head to my parents house for a large … [Read More...]
Our Version of Cinnamon Apple Bread Pudding (Vegan and GF!)
Honestly, the great thing about bread pudding is you can't really "mess it up". If you just throw in great tasting, quality ingredients and bake … [Read More...]
DIY and Crafts
10 DIY Spiderman Cupcakes That You Can Make at Home!
Here at the Long House we like to make cupcakes for family birthdays and family dinners. Pinterest is my friend, people. I always go there for great ideas. Last week, we watched Spider-Man: Far From Home, and now my son is, again, in love with all things Spider-Man. DIY Spiderman Cupcakes Hear are 10 ideas […]
Disney Descendants Birthday Party – (Desecendants 3 is Available on DVD!)
When Descendants first came out on the Disney Channel it was a hit for my Tween girl. She was a fan from the start. I shared free party printables here on the blog, and I still get consistent traffic from that blog post. Do you have a Disney Descendants fan in the house? About Disney […]
Print this Tracker for Your Kids’ Summer Reading Challenge
Reading is a requirement in our house. Thankfully, both of my kids love to read. Well, Isabella loves reading books. Nate still loves being read to. What’s funny is, Nate is a better reader at 7 than Bella was. But, he prefers to be read to. Do you have book lovers in your house? Our […]
Captain Marvel Party Ideas (Free Activity Downloads!)
About Captain Marvel Set in the 1990s, Captain Marvel is an all-new adventure from a previously unseen period in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe that introduces the MCU’s first stand-alone, female-franchise title character—Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel. When we first meet Danvers, she already possesses her superhero powers, having left her earthly life […]
