The Personal Blog of a Gen X Mom.
Are you bored and looking for new things to try at home? When I am in my normal school year routine I get stuck in a rut with everything. I find what I like and tend to stick to it. I rarely deviate off the beaten path and prefer things to go View Post
Peppermint candy cane wax melts are my absolute favorite to use during the holiday season! Next to the scent of a balsam fir, nothing says Christmas to me like peppermint! I just love the smell, and it's so easy to make your own at home. I have View Post
It’s very rare to find a child nowadays that absolutely loves to read. I run across only a handful each year as an elementary school librarian and it makes my heart so happy when I figure out who these kids are. It’s also my job to help encourage View Post
If you’ve been cooped up all winter long, take heart! Spring is finally making an appearance, especially here in the South, and adding in some spring activities for kids is a great way to welcome in the warmer season and have a little fun at the View Post
Kids learn in many different ways. Singing and repetition both help kids learn and retain information, as well as hands on activities. Some of the greatest hands on activities are games - and what kid doesn't love playing games? I searched on Amazon View Post
10 Fun Things to Hide in Easter Eggs Easter is a wonderful holiday full of fun and meaningful messages, it can also be a sugar rush nightmare for parents! If you are among the many parents who like to hide plastic Easter eggs for their little ones View Post
I personally don’t think it’s ever too early for kids to start learning how to do chores. Anything as simple as feeding a pet or taking their dirty clothes to the laundry basket can be a huge help, am I right, moms? These are more than just chores View Post
Craft kits are instant boredom busters and a fun way to pass the time and end up with a finished product you can actually use. Know a kid or teen who might possibly be stuck indoors for most of the winter? Their parents will thank you for it! View Post
As a young girl I loved nothing more than buying a fresh new coloring book (the bigger the better!) and getting straight to work. Does anyone else remember those giant coloring books they used to sell around Christmas? I would spend hours in the View Post
These 20 DIY Christmas décor ideas will help you ring in the season and make wherever you call home have a little more cheer for the holidays. I love to decorate for the holidays and am constantly looking for a little inspiration to help me View Post
Just the smell alone of salt dough ornaments takes me right back to my childhood. I think we made these one year at church and it left such an impression on me. Not only are they fun to make, but they are so easy! If you have flour, salt, and View Post
