If you have read this blog for any length of time, you know I absolutely love Kenya. Some days, it's a wistful wish to visit. Other days, it's more of a truly aching longing for my other home. Either way, it's always there. I love the people and the place. And, I miss it terribly. So, one day about 10 years ago, when my twins were small, I wrote a little ABC book about animals in Africa ...
5 Home-Based Hobbies You Can Start Today
Over the years, I have learned a few things about myself. One of them is that I have to take time to create things, so I tend to have a ton of hobbies. Whether it's baking and decorating Christmas cookies, producing block prints from hand-carved rubber stamps, or painting multiple nativity matryoshka dolls for gifts last year, I thrive when I can be creative. I've also learned that I tend to ...
4 Fun Ideas for Baby’s Playtime
Having a small baby can keep you so busy that it is easy to miss the fun moments. You have endless chances to bond with your baby, but one of the best ways is to find ways to have fun together. Playful activities for baby's playtime not only strengthen your relationships but also help with your baby’s emotional, cognitive, and sensory development. From dress-up sessions to gooey adventures, here's ...
How to Help Your Family Feel at Home Wherever You Go
There’s something comforting about walking into a place that feels like home. There’s the smell, the way the light hits your favorite spot on the couch, that one corner that always seems to collect random toys. When families move often, that feeling can seem out of reach. It stresses me out just thinking about it: exploring a new town, organizing a new house, finding new furniture, and shuffling ...