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Conversation Games for Kids to Get Them Talking!

Getting your kids to engage in conversation can be sort of like cranking a well. You know there are words inside of them, however, drawing those words out so you can understand what thoughts and feelings are in there can take a little work. this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated if you purchase after clicking on my links, at no extra cost to you. read full disclosure here Using conversation games to get your kids talking to you not only opens up the ... View the Post

Using conversation games to get your kids talking to you opens up the lines of communication and provides valuable insight into your child’s heart.

Connecting· Family

5 Ways for Moms to Relax Over Christmas

In order to relax over Christmas, let's talk about 5 important areas of home life to keep a close eye on. Despite our lack of over-the-top cute Thanksgiving decor, and my inability to remember to post what I’m thankful for EVERY SINGLE DAY in November, and even all the crafts that don’t get done… We rock our Holidays around here! this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated if you purchase after clicking on my links, at no extra cost to you. read full disclosure here ... View the Post

Children· Connecting· Family

50 Great Ideas for What to Buy a 3-Year-Old Boy for Christmas

Let's talk about what to buy a 3-year-old boy for Christmas, so you're sure to get plenty of happy squeals from your favorite little fella! He talks about everything he loves, all the time! However, buying the perfect gift for a 3-year-old boy who has everything and trying to surprise him at the same time is no simple task. Watching a little boy open a gift on Christmas morning is so fun. When my own little man comes out of his room and runs to the tree with eyes so wide, they look like ... View the Post

Children· Connecting· Family· Preteens· Toddler· Training

Your Ultimate Guide to Purging Toys Before Christmas with Parenting Purpose

The purging toys before Christmas holiday tradition has been alive and operating in our family to downsize and declutter toys for over a decade. However, today we’re not going to talk just about getting rid of toys to make room for more. No, no… we are going to chat about how to use this time of year to grow compassion in your child’s heart, train selflessness, and teach her how good it feels to think outside of herself! this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated ... View the Post

Children· Connecting· Family

15 Fall Activities for the Family Who Doesn’t Celebrate Halloween.

Today I want to chat about fall activities for the family who doesn’t celebrate Halloween. By taking away the expectations and pomp that accompany that one day, a whole world of fall wonder opens up! this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated if you purchase after clicking on my links, at no extra cost to you. read full disclosure here Get The 5 Steps Workbook Free For all the years we’ve spent fall without Halloween, our family has made some ... View the Post

Baby· Children· Connecting· Family

How To Be a Fun Mom The Super-Simple Way

It’s easy to get hung up on overcomplicating how to be a fun mom. Crafts aren’t your thing. Your body can’t handle jumping on a trampoline. Getting lost in a game of imagination doesn’t come easy. What’s left? How can you find ways to be a fun mom when it doesn’t come easy and you’re just not feeling it? Learn how to be a fun mom the simple way!this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated if you purchase after clicking on my links, at no extra cost to you. read full ... View the Post