Families are essentially the building blocks of society. Family units serve as the nursery for the citizens that become the population of a society. In other words, families are responsible for the development of children into adults who will later collectively be society. As each of us is influenced and formed by our surroundings, so […]
Green Living Tips for a More Sustainable Lifestyle
A while back I was invited by the Nashville Home Show to share some green living ideas at their Music City Center show. What is green living? Well, it is living in a more sustainable environmentally friendly way. Being passionate about making green choices, I am happy to take the opportunity to share ideas for lessening our […]
Easy Pumpkin Muffins With Canned Pumpkin
Fall is certainly in full swing around here and these Pumpkin Muffins With Golden Raisins are the perfect treat for breakfast. (If you aren’t a fan of raisins, it is OK to leave them out!) They are healthy and delicious so you won’t feel guilty giving one to the kids before school or indulging in […]
Music Shakers Craft For Kids (Homemade Maracas)
You and your toddler will love making this pumpkin themed fall craft for homemade shakers! It’s still pretty hot in many parts of the country. However, that hasn’t prevented us from pulling out our pumpkins, Fall leaves, and other fall decorations to celebrate this time of the year. Get your toddler excited about Fall with […]
Best Camping Items for Your Next Adventure
Each year since we have moved to Tennessee we have have made tradition of a summer time family vacation camping trip. We really enjoy unplugging, leaving all the electronics behind, and getting lost in the slow rhythm of adventuring into nature, cooking out, catching a nap, and doing it all again. If you can’t wait to get […]
The Power Of Positive Affirmations For Kids
I was first introduced to the concept of positive affirmations when I was a teenager. I was telling a friend of mine about a problem I was having and she gave me a book off her bookshelf called “You Can Heal Your Life”, by Louise Hay. It really opened my mind to the power of […]
Handprint Apple Tree Tutorial
What are some of your favorite Fall bucket list activities? Each Fall we love to head to a local apple tree farm and pick apples! The kids love it and the apples are delicious! We also love apple crafts around our house. This handprint apple tree craft is fun for all ages of children. You […]