What do you give your Star Wars loving friends/loved ones...or yourself, possibly? Considering we are a household of total Star Wars geeks I feel confident in my ability to find you an awesome list of items to choose from. Here are 30 super cool Star Wars gift ideas that are sure to please the Star Wars fan in your life. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure … [Read more...] about 30 Super Cool STAR WARS Gifts
Holidays
15 Fantastic Thanksgiving Books Kids Will Love
Are you looking for fantastic Thanksgiving books for your kids? We always make a trip to the library to pick out reading material for this special holiday all about family and thankfulness. Today I'm sharing our family's favorite books all about this thankful day! So, dig in and enjoy this feast of books. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more … [Read more...] about 15 Fantastic Thanksgiving Books Kids Will Love
15 Books to Inspire Gratitude and Thankfulness
Inspire gratitude and thankfulness this year by snuggling up with your kiddos and reading a children's book. During the holidays, we as parents usually focus more on thankfulness, but I encourage you to approach this concept year-round. There are important lessons to be gleaned from these books to help you cultivate a spirit of gratitude and thankfulness in your children. 15 Books to Inspire … [Read more...] about 15 Books to Inspire Gratitude and Thankfulness
Easter Egg Dyes with All Natural Ingredients and Flower Stencils
Easter egg dyes with all-natural ingredients and flower stencils! Sounds lovely! The children and I wanted to dye Easter eggs for Easter this year. I have fond memories of dying eggs as a little girl and want to make sure I pass on fun traditions like this to my own children. I've seen many different ways to dye eggs across the internet, but I keep coming back to the natural dyes from ingredients … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Dyes with All Natural Ingredients and Flower Stencils
Umbrella Easter Baskets
Easter and Spring are upon us here in the southeastern United States and I've been thinking about Easter Baskets. My husband and I prefer to celebrate with loved ones, a feast, and if we are doing Easter Baskets then filling these Baskets with items our children need. We prefer non-candy items that our children will enjoy. I've seen several alternatives to the traditional candy-filled Easter … [Read more...] about Umbrella Easter Baskets
Pursuing A Slow December
Hello, December, my old friend. I see you've made it around once again. Usually, the thought of you sends me into a blind panic. There is always so much chaos that you seem to bring, like a whirlwind of activities, parties, get-togethers, and pressures to make everything MAGICAL. This year... This year things will be different. This year I'm pursuing you differently. I'm after a slow … [Read more...] about Pursuing A Slow December
New Year’s Eve Cootie Catcher
If you're looking for a fun activity for your children on New Year's Eve while they excitedly wait for the ball drop then you might enjoy our New Year's Eve Cootie Catcher! It tells the future...kinda like a magic 8 ball! Simply print, fold, and then ask it simple yes or no questions. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. New Year's … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Cootie Catcher
Festive Christmas Chalk Pastel Art Lessons For Kids
Christmas chalk pastel art lessons have helped me make a chaotic holiday weekend just a little bit more delightful for my children. On those days, or weeks when life happens and throws you for a loop, art can be a beautiful way to both process and reconnect as a family. Why? Because art helps us to calm down and focus. Throw in a bit of hot cocoa and some gingerbread and suddenly a stressful … [Read more...] about Festive Christmas Chalk Pastel Art Lessons For Kids
The Nutcracker Ballet Activities and Books
Are you looking for ways to make the next couple of days fun as we countdown to Christmas? I've got books and activities to help your kids learn more about the Nutcracker by Tchaikovsky! Chances are you're already hearing the music on the radio or in local establishments this time of year. I've found that by embracing all that the holidays have to teach us is a lovely way to spend this season … [Read more...] about The Nutcracker Ballet Activities and Books
Swirl Paint Christmas Ornaments
Swirl Paint Christmas Ornaments, also known as pour paint ornaments, are a fun and easy activity for children during the holidays. We have been wanting to make these awesome ornaments for years, but never seemed to make the time during this chaotic and hectic season. This year was to be different. This year we created beautiful swirl paint Christmas ornaments and had a fabulous time in the … [Read more...] about Swirl Paint Christmas Ornaments