Last month, I shared the new Moments Matter monthly photo challenge. The concept of the photo challenge is to focus on the small details of our days and to connect with our loved ones in the midst of our hectic lives. Because it’s in these little moments that life happens, love is shared, and memories are made. There …
5 Tips for Taking Great DIY Maternity Photos
Pregnancy is such an amazing journey. And it goes by so amazingly fast. There are so many amazing maternity photos out there and even more extremely talented photographers able to take those photos. But professional shoots and photos can be pricey. And if you’re anything like me, that type of thing can also be a …
Jungle Activities for Preschoolers
A while back, I found some super cute jungle animal erasers in the dollar section at Target. We’ve used them in several activities, but these jungle ones were Bear’s favorites. {I’m super late in posting these activities. They were done when Bear was 4 yrs old} To practice fine motor skills, I mixed the erasers …
Summer Fun with Dollar Tree
This post is sponsored by Dollar Tree. All opinions are my own. It’s been a hectic spring here in our house as we prepare for Little Miss Sunshine to be born. I’ve been squirreling away little gifts and trinkets to give to Bear at random times when his little hands get bored and I’m busy with the baby. That’s …
Three to Five: Playful Preschool 3-5 ebook
There’s a new ebook that’s hitting the blogosphere that is packed with hands-on, play-based learning activities that focus on math, literacy, science, language, art, and play ideas. The Three to Five: Playful Preschool ebook was put together by the talented Cathy James at NurtureStore and I’m so thrilled to be able to list myself as one of …
Talking about Blended Families with Kids
“Momma, who’s tummy was Pip in?” This question from Bear {5.5 yrs} caught me completely off-guard. We were in the family room, going through boxes and downsizing. We happened to come across a picture of our family prior to Bear’s birth. In the picture, my step-daughter, Pip, was about 10 years old. Bear had been …