I have a super exciting announcement to make. I have written my first book! You all know how important family is to me and you may also know how important my grandparents were in my own life. My new book is called Sharing Stories, Making Memories: A Journal for Grandparents and Grandchildren. It will be available on August 6th, just in time for National Grandparents Day! This … [Read more...] about A Book For Grandparents To Fill Out With Their Grandchildren
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Teaching Kids Independence- Why, When, And How
Yes, like the Fourth of July we can break out the fireworks and celebrate independence when our child learns simple tasks. That in turn takes those tasks off our “to do” list! Often times we may miss this celebration because we fail to see that small growing pains now, mean bigger mommy free time rewards later. Teaching kids independence may initially take more work but … [Read more...] about Teaching Kids Independence- Why, When, And How
Puzzling Adventures Review: Scavenger Hunt For Your City
Part of raising a happy, healthy family is spending time together, doing fun things, and increasing feelings of connectedness. Family time is important. Whether it is dinner together, game nights, or outdoor adventures, there are lots of ways to bond with your family. I recently discovered a whole new way to have outdoor family fun- scavenger hunt list ideas from Puzzling … [Read more...] about Puzzling Adventures Review: Scavenger Hunt For Your City
Capture Family Stories With A Memory Book
Sometimes your family story gets lost along the way with questions you never thought to ask or answers that are muddled in your memory. Somehow, you always assume you will have more family time. That is why I am so happy to introduce you to the sponsor of this post, StoryWorth. They help you capture your family story and print them in beautiful memory keepsake books. If you … [Read more...] about Capture Family Stories With A Memory Book
A Reminder That Family Is The Most Important
Sometimes we learn life lessons from parents, sometimes from teachers or mentors. Sometimes what really opens our mind is an experience or a loss. Today, Leon Scott Baxter is sharing a guest post with us on how the passing of one of his mentors reminded him of something he already knew- family is what matters most in the world. He shares how the experience shed new light on … [Read more...] about A Reminder That Family Is The Most Important
In Honor of National Sisters Day: The Best Sister Quotes
It is almost time to celebrate National Sisters Day! Growing up with two younger sisters has certainly made my life more colorful. More fights, more missing clothes and books, and more tears. But also more love, more courage, more hugs, and more hands to hold. I have also been lucky enough to develop lasting friendships with strong, smart, and loving women who have become my … [Read more...] about In Honor of National Sisters Day: The Best Sister Quotes
How To Host A Family Get Together
In my family, we host family get togethers to celebrate every chance we get from the holidays so special occasions. We have a lot of fun together, and we take turns hosting family gatherings. I am going to share some secrets to our successful family parties and some family get together ideas for fun things to do. This post was contributed by Jose Lozano, who is fully … [Read more...] about How To Host A Family Get Together