If you are looking for a few simple activities that you can use to discuss positive character traits, here are four magazine activities that are easy and can be a lot of fun. Although I do not purchase magazines myself, I have collected quite a stack from free ones sent in the mail or given… {read more}
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The Value of Now (Magic Moments)
I can’t believe how little my boys are in this photo, taken over a year ago. My oldest is turning 5 in two weeks and, looking back, I can now see just how incredibly precious these moments were when my children were so young. Here they were painting a canvas which we now have hanging… {read more}
Review: Replenish by Lisa Grace Byrne
This week I am very excited to share a book hot off the press called Replenish, written by one of my favorite bloggers and teachers Lisa Grace Byrne. Besides being a loyal reader of her blog, I have taken three of Lisa’s courses over the past year and they have changed my life for the… {read more}
Mealtime Moments: Printable Activity Cards to Build Character at the Table
Mealtime Moments is a set of 30 printable activity cards for building character over a family meal. All you will need to follow the activities is what you will already have at the table! (Some activities require some food or a utensil, for example.) Each card offers a simple activity which focuses on exploring one… {read more}
My One Wild And Precious Life: Reflections of a Stay At Home Mom
Today was one of “those days.” I could blame it on my monthly cycle, a negative comment made to me by a stranger, being nearly out of almost every food my kids will eat without complaining – and a very eventful trip to the grocery store, a nap that was missed by a very tired… {read more}
Free Character Building Worksheets (For Parents and Children)
Have you ever wondered what it means to “build character”? To me, building character means developing positive qualities and learning to work through problems. It also means accepting ourselves and growing from vulnerabilities, becoming aware of our own inner state and mentally strong enough to work through tough or emotionally draining situations. Some examples of… {read more}
Top 10 Things You Might Want To Know About Me And My Blog
Do you ever wonder about the author of behind a blog? I do. So here is a list of 10 things you may want to know about me and my blog. (1) My daily occupation is being a mom. I currently work as a full-time mom and homemaker. The boys (ages 2 and… {read more}
Review: Three Inspiring Resources for Serving With Children
I used to love doing service projects before I had kids. But since becoming a mother the responsibilities at home and to my family are sometimes so overwhelming that I wonder how in the world I could fit anything else in. However when I do create the extra time or simply make an effort to… {read more}
