When I was a kid, the oldest child of five, family dinner time together was not an option. We ate meals together, period. We helped cook, we helped set the table, and we definitely helped clean up the kitchen afterwards. Now that I am a mom with 5 kids of my own, I’ve maintained my…
Halloween Class Parties 2012 – Photostory Friday GMYBS
I’ll admit – as much as I love candy (I really do. It’s bad) I’ve never really gotten the hype over Halloween. I’ve never been one to go all out with costumes (most years I just let my kids pick something from the stash of costumes I keep in the attic), although last year I…
Happy Halloween 2012!
A few days ago I wasn’t sure if my kids would be celebrating Halloween at all this year, with the threat of Hurricane Sandy looming over us. Luckily, trick or treating is still on, new costumes have been picked out, and bowls of candy are waiting to be distributed to the neighborhood kids. It’s the…
24 Scrumptious Pumpkin Recipes for Fall Baking
One of the best things about the Fall is PUMPKINS. I love cooking with pumpkin, and there literally is not enough time to bake all of the pumpkin recipes that I would like to try (and try again). I figured that the next best thing to making all of the recipes I’ve found was…
How to Teach Children Values – Compassion, Kindness, and Generosity #OCCGiving
Teaching children to be kind, compassionate, and generous is neither easy nor quick. Values such as generosity and compassion aren’t learned overnight. Every Sunday I am reminded just how tricky it is to teach children values. My 7 year old son rushes into my classroom, where I teach the 3 year olds at church. After…
Personal Shopper by Shop Your Way
Update: I am reviving my Personal Shopper account and would love to have you join me. It’s totally free to you, and it can earn me a commission. Think you’ve got what it takes to be a Personal Shopper? Read on to find out how to join me! Note: This is a sponsored post,…
Fall Family Traditions – #TogetherCounts
Every season has its fair share of family traditions, but Fall has some of my favorites. The Fall weather (at least here in Maryland) inspires us to finally get out of the house and be active again. During the Spring, we’re sneezing; in the Summer, we are too hot; and the Winter, as fun as…
Creative Bonding with Goldfish Smiles – PSF Give Me Your Best Shot
My kids love any excuse to pull out the glue and the glitter. So when we were given the challenge to let our creativity flow with Goldfish and just a few “ingredients,” the kids jumped at the chance and put everything into their creations. Goldfish Art of the Month — Month 1 Theme: Color Ingredients:…
Day of Service Maryland 2012 – Wordless Wednesday #Linky
This past weekend was a state-wide Day of Service and guess who volunteered to head up a bunch of activities? Yep. We did. Or should I say…CandyMan did. The rest of us happily went along with it. Our main activity was creating and running a bunch of carnival games. Luckily, the weather was gorgeous and…
The Pros and Cons of Having a Teenage Driver
Up until a few days ago, the thought of my oldest daughter getting her drivers permit was an exciting thing. Teenage driver? Pshaw! She’s a smart, responsible girl. Learning to drive will be easy and the pay-off will be SO worth it. There have been a lot of things during my 15 1/2 years as…
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