This year is the year of Pokemon in our home. In fact, all my son wants for Christmas is all things Pokemon. So I have compiled a list of the best Pokemon Gifts. I also recently completed a parenting devotional online that talked about getting involved in your kid's interests. So Nate and I have been playing Pokemon Go! I am learning all the different Pokemon with him. And he's been collecting the cards. We've been having fun. Best Pokemon Gifts (A Pokemon Gift Guide) Cards and … [Read more...]
Vegan Christmas Dinner
As Christmas approaches, many vegans will worry more about what to make for Christmas dinner than how to shop for the person that has everything! In many families, Christmas traditions are centered around food and eating, so a vegan may feel nostalgic for their omnivorous ways at this time of year. Luckily, it’s easy to enjoy a vegan Christmas dinner and make it with traditional dishes, too! Here are some ideas and recipes for a vegan Christmas menu. Vegan Christmas Side Dishes Most … [Read more...]
Christian Christmas Crafts
Jesus is the reason for Christmas, so get your kids into the spirit by helping them with the following easy-to-recreate Christian Christmas crafts. Baby Jesus For this project, you will need one brown paper lunch bag, a picture of Baby Jesus (draw a baby or let your child draw one and cut it out), a small piece of fabric, and yellow construction paper. Have your child cut the top of the brown paper bag so that only about 1 inch remains at the bottom. This will be the manger. Next, let … [Read more...]
Buy Family Movies this Holiday Season
New movies are often on our stocking stuffer list during the Holiday season. Family-friendly movies are always a hit in our home. We love family movie nights. This year there were so many great family-friendly movies available. Here are six that were sent to us for review and that we enjoyed. They'd all make great gift ideas for the kids in your home. A Blu-ray fits great inside a stocking too! Buy Family Movies Turning Red In Disney and Pixar’s Turning Red, confident, dorky … [Read more...]
Choosing the Best Halloween Costumes for Dogs
Having your dog all dressed up beside you on the night of Halloween is just adorable. It shows that you really care about your pet and you want to include them in anything and everything. Picking out this costume can be hard sometimes and many problems can come along. Practical Tips for Choosing the Best Halloween Costumes for Dogs There is the issue of having your dog be comfortable, you do not want them to hate it the whole time. Wearing an itchy or poky costume can make them do … [Read more...]
Make Friendship Bracelets for the Whole Class
Making friendship bracelets is a great classroom gift idea for back to school, for Christmas for your teachers, and of course for Valentine's Day gifts. DIY gifts are just so great to give to your classmates, teachers, family members, and friends. I can remember sitting in my bedroom as a teen with embroidery string and a clothing pin on my knee, making my friends' bracelets. Great memories! Now my own teen daughter is learning how to make these fun and easy bracelets with a new book from Rocky … [Read more...]
Teen Halloween Costumes for Groups
So you need teen Halloween costumes for groups of friends, family, and colleagues? Are you looking to find suitable group costume ideas for teenagers of all ages? There are lots of different costumes for a small or large group of friends, colleagues, or family. Discover some of the best outfits for a cool Halloween party. All that will then remain is coordinating who wears what. Teen Halloween Costumes for Groups Potential group costume ideas for teens include superheroes, dead … [Read more...]
