kind·ness/ˈkīn(d)nəs/nounthe quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate I am always trying to find new ways to practice kindness in our home. I am also looking for ways to share random acts of kindness with our community. The kids participate in outreach with our unsheltered quite regularly with our local church. We also love making kindness rocks; our community and county both have an active Rocks group. Kindness is so important to me. We are a Christian family, and I believe … [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...]
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...]
Bible Affirmations Perfect for Mom (FREE Printable!)
With Mother's Day coming up, I thought that Bible affirmations were necessary. This four-page printable is perfect for moms, but also for anyone who just needs to be reminded who they are in Christ. It's been a difficult couple of years in this pandemic. I know many moms who are struggling, myself included. Print these Bible affirmations out, attach them to a key ring, add some great ribbon, and voila! you have a great little tool to remind you that you are a great mom! Bible … [Read more...]
Teacher Appreciation Letter Template and Gift Tag
In this pandemic, more than ever before, I am thankful for great teachers for our kids. Our two kids are in a small private school with teachers that love them. We are truly blessed. Teaching creates all other professions. ~ Author Unknown I have an easy-to-print Teacher Appreciation letter and gift tag for you today. It's a simple fill-in-the-blank style letter that you can give to your child's teacher with a teacher gift they'd appreciate. Teacher Appreciation Letter Template … [Read more...]
Blessed Printable Gratitude Journal Page – Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day
As we get closer to St. Patrick's Day, it's a great time to set aside time to write down all the blessings that God has given me. Practicing gratitude is good for your mental health and when you can involve your kids - even better. Start good habits together with your kids now. Being thankful for the things you have is a great place to start. I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.Psalm 9: 1 Printable Gratitude Journal Page To help … [Read more...]
DIY Lavender Lotion Bars
Our family really loves lavender. We've shared many fun lavender blog posts. Here in the PNW many people have lavender in their front yards and we also have a variety of amazing lavender farms. Do you love the smell of lavender? We like to us it in beauty products, inside sachets for the clothing drawers, and my Isabella even loves lavender tea. Lavender Lotion Bar You only need five fairly simple ingredients. Don't you love Amazon? You can find everything you need and ship it right to … [Read more...]
