Do you guys remember this post on creating Family rituals? From holidays to Friday nights, starting the bonding when your littles are still little is such a great idea. I believe in the idea so much I wanted to give you all a cheat sheet of sorts on throwing together a family movie night that goes beyond pizza and popcorn (although those work too!). The recipe here is simple: pick a flick the kids are sure to love and combine with a few easy to throw together courses that stay on theme. This … [Read more...]
Virtual Book Club: “How to Talk So Kids Will Listen…” – Part 1
Today's the day we finally get to delve into our new-and-improved book club format. Hopefully you guys already picked up your copy of "How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk" and are ready to jump in today. If not, it's not too late. We're covering the first half today and will be back in 3 weeks (Thursday, April 11th) to finish up. Overall, I've been impressed with this book so far. I especially love the format. I found all of the examples and the cautions really … [Read more...]
MidWeek Musing: Do You Use Natural Home Remedies?
When it comes to dealing with sick kids, parents fall all along the spectrum from purely homeopathic to over-the-counter all the way. QUESTION OF THE DAY Where do you stand on homeopathic cold or flu remedies? Any that your family swears by? A few months ago our contributor Natalie shared a slew of her favorite naturopathic cold remedies and I was intrigued. As with a lot of things, I'm somewhat of a moderate when it comes to treating sick kids. Mind you I'm not talking about serious … [Read more...]
Friday Share: An Easy Lunch, Hair Tutorials, and Bubble Painting
Time for another "Friday Share" friends. But first two quick notes: Our eBook Project Organize Your ENTIRE Life: The Quick Start Guide is on sale as part of a limited offering Spring Cleaning eBook bundle at Bundle of the Week. For $7.40 you get 5 helpful eBooks on cleaning and organizing - only catch is the sale ends Sunday. Virtual book club is next Thursday. So grab your copy of "How to Talk so Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk" and get reading. We're covering the first … [Read more...]
DIY Book Binding: Experience Journals
We have two very special guests today, all the way from Singapore. They're stopping by to share with you a little of the book arts - specifically how to easily create what we're calling an "experience journal" with your child. I love the idea of using them to capture some of the journeys you make together, both big and small. P.S. QUESTION OF THE DAY Are you good at capturing some of the everyday moments with you kids? What are your favorite ways for doing so? When I remember, I try to … [Read more...]
POYEL: How I’m (finally) Planning for our Financial Future
If you're visiting this site then you are most likely a grown person, probably with kids. Which also means that you have a working budget and emergency fund as well as a solid plan for paying for your retirement, their college, any remaining school loans of your own, and other debt... along with adequate life insurance, disability insurance, up-to-date beneficiary forms, a living will, power of attorney documents, and a last will and testament - right? No?! Did your blood pressure rise just … [Read more...]
Make It: St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Treasure Box
Surprise! You're getting a twofer today. Since our Midweek Musing is a little light (What can I say? I just wasn't in the mood to go heavy), I wanted to also stop in and quickly share this fun St. Paddy's Day activity I put together for eHow. Sensory boxes are nothing new around here, and the rainbow variety has long been a classic. But what makes this version special is what can be found at the bottom of the rainbow - shamrocks and leprechaun gold, of course. Pop over here for all the … [Read more...]
Fresh Find: Growing the Next Generation of Female Tech Innovators
Have you guys noticed the recent crop of building and designing toys hitting the shelves made specifically for girls? This is a trend I'm beyond excited about. You see, even at the tender age of 2, I can already tell that S is an engineer at heart. That's not to say other skills won't develop as she matures - she may ultimately foster strengths in lots of other areas - but for now she's a builder. Yes, there's a special spot in her heart for her babies and she appreciates a shiny bauble as … [Read more...]
Our Favorite Ways to Play Inside
Isn't that structure amazing? C spent a solid couple of hours constructing it the other morning. And then promptly fell asleep on the couch (something he hasn't done in nearly a year!). It was created using a very cool building set that was sent to us last month called Fort Magic. And thank God it was because this time of year in Seattle the kids and I are stuck in the house more than usual and things can get a bit dicey if I'm not careful. Is this happening to you too? In case it is, I … [Read more...]
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