Category: Activities
How to make 3D photo (candy-free) Valentines
There are boxes and boxes of character-themed cardboard Valentines in the stores, and I know my kids would be thrilled to pick out a box each, but … Mama likes herself a good Pinterest craft! We made these adorable 3D photo Valentines for D’s… Continue Reading “How to make 3D photo (candy-free) Valentines”
Mommy needs a time-out: Seven things to try (and three things NOT to try) when your kids are driving you crazy
Taking a deep breath and counting to 10? Has that ever worked for anyone who’s pissed off? Or am I just immune to the cliche of calm-down techniques? I have no problem admitting that I get frustrated with my kids. I feel badly when… Continue Reading “Mommy needs a time-out: Seven things to try (and three things NOT to try) when your kids are driving you crazy”
Dusty jeans + boots + deep-fried Oreos
Nearly three years ago, we moved from the city to the country in order to live a different kind of life. We’re happy with that decision every day, but on the days we spend traipsing around a farm in dusty jeans and boots, we’re… Continue Reading “Dusty jeans + boots + deep-fried Oreos”
Confessions of a first-time soccer mom
I felt like a true soccer mom while I registered my son for soccer. I mean, I already had the minivan! It was finally time to turn it into a true Mom-mobile. Maybe I could hand out orange slices or something? Or bring one… Continue Reading “Confessions of a first-time soccer mom”
D-D-D-D-Dora
Just got in from the Dora the Explorer concert, and BOY ARE MY EYES TIRED (of rolling them). No, no, I kid. It was fine. It was thrilling for D to watch Dora, Boots, Benny, Isa, Tico, Swiper, Backpack, Map, and some random stars… Continue Reading “D-D-D-D-Dora”
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