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Father’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate all the big and little ways Dad makes life better! These quick and easy “Things I Love About Dad” note cards are a heartwarming way for kids to share what makes their …

Tired of giving Dad the same old socks and ties? This year, think outside the gift box! From treasure hunts for new horizons and toe-tapping concerts to gifts of love and backyard adventures, these fun and unexpected Father’s Day ideas …

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Teacher Appreciation Week is a time to give a little something extra to all the teacher in your life, whether your kids are in preschool, elementary, middle or high school. Here are some low-cost, quick and cool DIY craft gifts …

No matter how or when you do it, it’s an important time of the year to offer a sincere ‘thank you!’ to teachers. And what better time to that than National Teacher Day (May 6) and Teacher Appreciation Week (the …

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Teacher Appreciation Week is the perfect time to show gratitude to the moms and teachers who inspire and guide our children. A handmade gift, like these charming flower pen pots, adds a personal touch and lets them know how much …

These holiday notes may turn out to be one of your family’s most coveted and meaningful traditions! It’s so easy for our little ones (and even adults sometimes!) to lose sight of what the holiday season is all about. So …

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Longtime fans of the ole homemade Valentine, I’ve had to get a little more clever and crafty as the kids get older. But I still want them writing, reading, and thinking (come on. . . at least a little!) while …

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We have always taught our kids to be thankful for each and every person who makes our day a little brighter. And those people include family and friends, neighbors and teachers, but it also includes our newspaper deliverer, and the …

    It’s funny how things work out sometimes. When I first started this blog seven years ago, I was creating, photographing, writing, and coding in the ‘fringe hours’ of my days. All day long I was grateful to be …

      Fall is here! Already it seems as though the year is moving at light speed. For many of us, whether we’re classroom teachers or homeschoolers or parent volunteers, now is a great time to put up some rockstar …

I love the idea of doing some sort of service project for the community to honor Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy.  Imagine how great the world would be if every family did something small for others to celebrate Martin Luther …