Can you believe that Shrek came out 15 years ago?! My goodness, I am getting old. I remember my husband and I going to the theater to see this. We didn't even have kids and we wanted to see it. Shrek wasn't just a kids movie but one that adults could certainly enjoy too. So to celebrate they'll be a Anniversary Edition and I have some great party ideas: Shrek Party Kit - you'll find Shrek invitations, name tags, place cards, party hats, masks, and more! Shrek Paper Plane Shrek Cootie … [Read more...]
Book Recommendation: 5 Minutes with Jesus by Sheila Walsh
In 5 Minutes with Jesus: Peace for Today, the second book in the 5 Minutes with Jesus series, bestselling author Sheila Walsh wants to guide you in worrying less and letting your heart be settled with short readings followed by impactful passages of Scripture. Each reading includes messages that remind you of truths such as: Resting in the purpose God has for you brings peace. God loves you for who you are, not what you do. No matter how big the storm, God is bigger. The 5 Minutes … [Read more...]
Father’s Day Printable Interviews
Isabella loves filling out questionnaires for her dad for Father's Day. This simple printable can easily be given a long with a small gift from the children. Her dad loves getting them too. He saves them in his "Bella" folder in the file cabinet. This Father's Day printable is perfect for our daughter to give daddy. The most important thing in the world is family and love. - John Wooden I think my mom put it best. She said, 'Little girls soften their daddy's hearts.' - Paul … [Read more...]
Mother Daughter Day at the Beach
This is a sponsored post with Northside. My love of this brand and the PNW is all my own. This past month my daughter and I have visited Rosario Beach twice. The first visit was a Mother's Day celebration where she read a poem she wrote, gave me a handmade candle, we ate lunch with other students and moms, and we played on the beach. It was a lovely mother daughter day at the beach; truly an event we look forward to every year. The second visit to Rosario Beach was this past weekend for … [Read more...]
Satisfy Your Dessert Cravings with Crunchkins!
I was at Walmart shopping last week and saw a new candy on the check out aisle: Crunchkins™. Have you seen this new dessert candy yet? It's brightly colored bag and fun flavors really caught my eye. {And my kids too!} I have mentioned before that I have a BIG sweet tooth. Candy is one thing that I probably will never cut from my lifestyle. And thought I don't eat it daily, I still like to satisfy my dessert cravings with a great candy. I have fond memories of eating candy with my … [Read more...]
Bead Crafts for Kids
We have a large plastic container full of beads and other findings that are necessary to make bead crafts. My daughter loves bead crafts. We have pony beads, perler beads, glass beads, metal beads, and even wooden beads. It's fun to create crafts as gifts for family members. Do your kids like beading? Here is a list of 15 crafts that are perfect for kids to recreate and they all make great gifts and are so fun to make. Bead Crafts for Kids Perler Bead Flowers Melty Bead Craft … [Read more...]
Teaching Kids Responsibility in Preparation for a First Pet
My 8 year old is dying to have her first pet. I knew she'd really start trying to get us to buy her a dog soon. And even though we've told her we would wait until she is 10 years old, I am thinking my husband is not going to wait that long. In terms of responsibility there is no difference between a goldfish and a guinea pig. If your child doesn’t fully understand the responsibility involved with a new pet you may end up with another chore every day. Pets can bring a lot of joy into a home … [Read more...]
