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How to: Cancer Party

“In loving memory of every cancer patient, family and friends who have lost the battle of cancer and the ones who continue to conquer it” It’s not everyday people throw cancer themed parties.  If...

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How to: Puppet Theater

I love everything theater.  Acting, casting, directing, staging, lighting, blocking… you name it.   Always have and always will. When I saw this huge box my imagination came to life.  I thought, this...

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Featured Project: The Oscars

ProjectWe watch the Oscar’s every year.   Each category is worth 1 point. And at the end of the night… Whoever has the least points… (the loser)… Must write a 500 word essay paying homage to the...

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How to: A Unique Gift

We give gifts because it feels good and it feels right.  I’m a giver and interestingly enough, The Giver is still my all time favorite book.   I love the act of giving because it brings me joy.  I...

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Get your Sexy Back

let’s get real… really quick. Having a baby changes your marriage.  And duh, of course it would.   You go from hot date nights to sleepless nights. It’s common for couples to become emerged in some...

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How to: First Birthday Party

Planning can be overwhelming.  Who do you invite? How long should the party last? The cake, the invitations, the theme…oh and scheduling around snacks and naps… exhale. The first birthday is special....

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Crayons can be humbling

McKinley & crayons! I’m ecstatic that McKinley is starting to color. I’m an artsy gal- so I’ve been strongly looking forward to sharing that passion with her. The minute I gave her the crayons her...

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First Play Date

McKinley had her first play date! YAY! I’ve been dying to get her out and meet some other babies & children. It’s hard sometimes. The hours go by fast. Diaper changes, eating, toys, cleaning,...

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How to: Chalkboard

Making a chalkboard is easier than I thought it would be. I decided a chalkboard was a great idea to put up against the wall… seeing how McKinley will soon be drawing on them anyways. You have options....

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How to: Get Cleaning Done

Need help staying organized with all the cleaning and household chores? As a SAHM (stay-at-home-mom) people may think I have time to kill. If you perhaps are one of those folks…let me clear that up for...

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How to: DIY Toddler Curriculum

Two words: Toddler curriculum.  It dawned on me that a lot of people send their children to daycare.  And in daycare, the days are structured with a routine, where early childhood educators build...

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Toddler Transfer

    Water Sponge Transfer. This Montessori toddler activity is really simple and informative! I classify this activity under “math/science.”  It teaches a bit of practical life, eye/hand coordination,...

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Curriculum: Painting

Painting. Sensory Activity  Curriculum category: Art/Crafts  Painting is a great sensory activity to do with toddlers and kids of all ages. It allows them to explore colors and senses by touching and...

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Adventure Walk- Craft Outcome!

We finally got around to doing our “adventure walk” craft with all our interesting collectables from the outdoors! We peeled back a pinecone and used them to make pedals for a flower! This one is...

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Curriculum: DIY Animal Matching

Curriculum category: Matching/Science  This is a really easy D.I.Y animal matching game.   I have labeled the activity into “science” because their learning about different animals.  I like to tell...

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A “To Do” Craft

I was looking for a cute way for McKinley to have a visual aid of her chores, and be excited about doing them. (Yes, my 21-month-old helps with chores). Best little helper ever!! Teaching...

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A Coloring Book Adventure

My efforts to distract yet another tantrum led to the making of a coloring book. Backstory My toddler begs to watch Peppa Pig. So much that one time I made the mistake of making it a reward for taking...

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