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100 Relaxing Adult Coloring Books

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

20 DIY Christmas Décor Ideas- Wreaths, Ornaments, and More!

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

Make Your Own Salt Dough Ornaments for the Holidays

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

Our Fun-Filled Ship Island Excursion

If you find yourself on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, taking a Ship Island excursion should definitely be on your list of things to do.  Our family made our first ever visit to the island last Monday and it was definitely an experience we won’t forget View Post

How To Make Playdough

If you have ever wanted to learn how to make playdough, I have some great playdough recipes to share with you.  It’s very easy to make and definitely one of those activities that keep kids entertained for long stretches of time.  It’s also one of View Post

5 Fun Travel Apps for Kids

If you're heading out on a long road trip with kids, it can be hard to find activities to keep them from becoming bored and restless along the way, especially the younger your child is.  Just as grown-ups take books, music, and other things to help View Post

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DIY Easter Craft- Bunny Crayons Make Fun Basket Treats

Looking for a simple Easter craft idea?  A few years ago I tried a melted crayon craft here on the blog.  It turned out pretty good, so when I spied the cutest little Easter Bunny cookie pan on a shopping trip a few weeks ago, that thought of playing View Post

5 DIY Kid’s School Valentines To Make

When I was a little girl in elementary school, exchanging Valentine’s Day cards with my friends was so much fun.  I couldn’t wait to see my little white decorated bag fill up with candy and cards.  Back then the Valentine’s cards were always View Post

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