I am always super gung-ho about doing an activity Advent... before December actually starts. By December 5th, I am regretting all of the super involved crafts I had planned, like building a gingerbread house from scratch, and wishing for a simple activity like singing Christmas carols instead. Then I feel like a failure because I can't do everything I had planned. December just gets too busy too fast. Advent activities are supposed to be fun, not stressful. They should help you connect … [Read more...]
How to Make a “Sibling Appreciation” Advent Calendar
I know that a lot of you are still recovering from the election and I wanted to do more than just write a post about it today. In talking with my mom friends about what we are saying to our kids. I keep hearing the same sentiment over and over. As one friend said I sent my kids off with a message to choose kindness- no matter our political views, race, religion, ect. Choose kindness and acceptance. That is certainly a message we can all use and words that are important to be said. But it's … [Read more...]
DIY Advent Calendar to Make with the Kids
Kaley's here today sharing a cheerful and modern DIY Advent calendar - the perfect home for our 24 Family Advent Activities. A kid's art activity that is easy enough for all ages, cute enough to use as holiday decor, durable enough to last year after year, and doubles as a fun Advent calendar? Yes please! I have been wanting to try freezer paper stencils forever, and I thought Advent bags would be the perfect time to try it out. These cute little bags can be used in a million different ways, … [Read more...]