All of the hours put into writing gift lists, shopping, thinking, wrapping, and planning for the big day. Then Christmas morning comes and...Poof! The Christmas gifts have all been opened in a blink of an eye. What to do? Sometimes the last gift on Christmas morning can be a little anti-climactic.... for both the parents and the child. Parents like to call this Christmas activity idea... "How to Make Opening Presents Last Just a Little Bit Longer!" Or... Christmas Scavenger Hunt The … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide To Elf on the Shelf
What is Elf on the Shelf all about? So, you're thinking about putting your big toe into the Elf on the Shelf waters... Not sure how to get started or if you really want to add this to your Christmas traditions? I hear you. If I went back in time, would I do the Elf again? Maybe, maybe not! I think I would have been happy to read this post before I got started. If you're interested, then follow these tips for a successful start with your Elf on the Shelf: Affiliate links for your … [Read more...]
Five Love Languages: Quality Time
Is the Quality Time Love Language your Child's Love Language? We've been exploring the Five Love Languages of Children. Understanding the Love Languages can revolutionize your parenting. Filling your child's love tank allows you to teach and discipline in a healthy manner. Children who have full love tanks are healthy and more adjustable. The 5 love languages are: Physical Touch Words of Affirmation Quality Time Gifts Service The bottom of this post has links to a free … [Read more...]
Packing Christmas Shoeboxes
Are you interested in participating in Operation Christmas Child and want to know how to pack your boxes inexpensively? We also love collecting and setting up a Jingle Bell Book Shop. Both allow us to give back. The only catch? Everything needs to be ready to be mailed in mid-November. Read on to learn how we like to pack our Christmas shoeboxes. I'm happy to share how we're giving back through Operation Christmas Child, not to boast, but to encourage you to find a way to do … [Read more...]
Family Vacations – How to Have the Best One Ever
How to Have The Best Family Vacations We've all heard it: Traveling without kids is a vacation and after kids is a "work trip". Mom truth: Vacationing with kids is hard! Vacationing with your own kids can be even harder. How can you enjoy family vacations with kids? Here are 5 Tips to help you transition to Vacation Mode. I have some words of wisdom to share with you from my Dad. "It takes 48 hours to get into vacation mode." I've experienced this time and time again. … [Read more...]
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