Shepherd’s Dinner Christmas Tradition
This Shepherd’s Dinner will bring the true spirit of Christmas into your homes. Host a traditional meal and have a conversation about the Good Shepherd.
Why Goals help us Grow- Family Night Lesson (she: Adelle)
In the story of Alice and Wonderland, Alice comes to a fork in the road. She asks the Cheshire Cat, “Which way shall I go?” The cat asks her in return, “Where are you going?” Lost and wandering, Alice simply said, “I don’t know!” Listen to this wise council from Cheshire Cat, “If you don’t know where you are going, then it doesn’t matter which path you choose.”
Don’t wander through life like Alice. With a goal in mind, we are able to travel to the places where we want to go and achieve things that were never before possible. Think about where you want to be and who you want to be! Set goals that will take you there.
Teaching Kids Kindness – Family Night Lesson
We may not always know when our friends or family are feeling sad. People are good at pretending and putting on a show of happiness. Remember, we don’t have signs up declaring to the world what troubles are going on inside. Here is a little object lesson that helps to demonstrate the need to show kindness always.
Gifts for Families ~ She Picks! 2017 Gift Guide
Welcome to week 3 of our most popular series of the year… She Picks! This Christmas gift guide has been in the works for months. Lots of research goes into each of these picks and we really think each one of them would make a fabulous gift idea. Plus, there are lots of bundle ideas too, if you’re the type to include a little something with the main gift. We’ve got you covered, my friends. Enjoy another week of She Picks!
TODAY’S PICKS: GIFTS FOR FAMILIES
How to Save a Ton of Money on Back-to-School Clothes Shopping (she: Elise)
Back-to-School shopping can knock the wind out of any well-intentioned mom on a budget. Take a huge bite out of that clothing bill this year by second-hand shopping, and find your kids some cute clothes, to boot! You might even decide to start shopping there for yourself, when you see how stylish you can look on a smaller budget!
Family | Family Fun | Family Night | Games | Parenting
Family Dinner Conversation Cube – Family Night (she: Adelle)
Today’s Family Night post is dedicated to all of the parents out there who are feeling busy, because, this activity can be done while you are eating dinner! Everyone needs to eat. Make mealtime special with our free printable Dinner Conversation Cube. It is easy to assemble and fun to use!
Being GRATEFUL for Family: Family Night Lesson (she: Veronica)
I don’t know about you, but I’m so excited that the holidays are here! There’s one thing that I always think of when I think of the holidays, and that is FAMILY! So, I thought I’d share a simple Family Night idea on being GRATEFUL our families! Because after all, our families are what’s most important! Right?!
Why Every Parent Should Raise a Hunter (he: Dan)
Since we have traded goalie gloves for guns around here, and since my dreams of having my son support me in my waning years with his soccer earnings are evaporating, it would appear I am going to have to adjust my designs for my child. No biggie, I can see all the positives for his new-found hobby.
12 Thanksgiving Traditions to Start This Year
Thanksgiving is coming right up and with Halloween behind us, now is the perfect time to decide on some new Thanksgiving traditions to start this year! Get some ideas on the blog today.
Craft Ideas | Crafts | Family | Family Fun | Printables
Time Capsule – Summer in a Jar (She: Colette)
A Time Capsule is a great way to teach kids about documenting important events in their lives. Colette has created a printable so you and the kids can make time capsules in a jar this summer with a clean, clear (and cute!) label.
Unplugged: Why It’s Important to Make Time Stand Still (he: Dan)
I calculate that it has been 7 years since I have been truly “off the grid” for longer than 24 hours. Even when I went to Italy with my wife 4 years ago, I would check my inbox at least twice a day to make certain I wasn’t getting too behind with work. Sadly, there are just truly too few places left in the world where we are no longer easily connected to our electronic lives.
My status of being constantly “plugged in” changed this last week. My father in law, after many years of trying, was finally able to convince our family to find a break in our schedule – not an easy task – to accompany him on a backpack trip into the Uintah Mountains. So we took a 3 day, 2 night venture out into the wilderness. To a place where electronic service of any kind was unavailable. There was a sense of satisfaction when I put my vacation response on my email settings as not having any access to my phone or email during my time away.
Faith | Family | Motherhood | Parenting | Self-Improvement
How to Create Your Dream Home in a Simple Way (she: Sariah)
What is the home of your dreams? Maybe your mind immediately wanders through your Pinterest boards of beautiful, spacious homes, white cabinets and striking marble counter tops. Perhaps eye catching decor, fun nooks, entertainment areas and play areas with perfectly organized toys and books and on and on.