As a parent, many of us wish that our kids would get off the computer or stop watching TV and go play outside. But many of us are so busy that we forget to encourage outdoor play in ways other than yelling, “Go play outside.” However, playing outside is important. Kids need to get that active exercise, […]
Ways To Add Some Natural Home Decor To Your Space
Nature has always been a source of inspiration in interior design. But bringing natural materials indoors is so much more than a trendy home style; nature has so many health and wellness benefits to offer. A few natural elements like indoor plants can boost your mood, reduce stress, improve air quality, and even help you […]
25 Fun Family Home Evening Ideas
Having a family night at home isn’t just a great way to save money, it’s an excellent way to bond. That is, as long as you’re doing things together and not all staring at your devices or watching TV in different rooms. After you have all had a long day at work or school, coming […]
Growth Mindset For Kids- What It Is And How To Change
Few books have as much of a direct impact on a person’s thought process as does Dr. Carol Dweck’s, Mindset. I know when I read it, I found it useful for changing my own outlook on life. Adopting the growth mindset helps us to embrace hard work and new things as an opportunity for improvement […]
Cheesy Green Chile Squash Casserole
It’s important to me to prepare meals for my family that are home cooked and include fresh, natural ingredients. The trouble is finding recipes that are kid friendly and still enjoyable for us adults. This baked summer yellow squash and green chile casserole recipe fits the bill because your kids will love the cheese and […]
Here’s How To Make A Cardboard Fort Kids Will Love
When it’s raining out and cold inside and your children are kicking up a fuss, and none of the ordinary tricks will calm them down, there’s one great option you should always keep in mind: building cardboard forts. Not only are cardboard boxes usually free, but there are so many creative ways you can put […]
A Fun List of Hobbies To Try
For some people, they naturally stumble into a hobby and fall in love with it and stick with it their whole lives. For other people, their interest in a particular hobby may fade and or grow with time. Still other people, need to actively seek out a hobby as an outlet for stress or as […]