So, I'm tired. Really tired. It's been a long week. A good week, but a long, busy one. Today's the first day of summer for our family as my daughter finished up her school year last night with her school's program and production of "Bugz," a musical about a group of insects on their way to a picnic. So this is what I spent most of the week ...
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Make-It-Yourself Monday: Sweet Treats For Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and if you're anything like me, you might be looking for quick, easy and inexpensive treats for a classroom full of kiddos. Well, look no further! These little lollipops are easy enough to make that my seven year old pretty much did it herself after I showed her how. I don't remember where I first saw the idea, but these have been on my ...
Spreading Christmas Cheer with Homemade Gifts this Year!
This year, I decided that the kids would have more of a hand in Christmas happies for people like teachers and family friends....literally. They began by making cinnamon ornaments for people at a local nursing home. More than once I wondered if the glitter was a good idea, but the kids had a blast! And, the ornaments smell delicious. I am still finding glitter everywhere ...
Make-It-Yourself Monday: Cute Reindeer Shirts!
I admit it...I LOVE to have cute Christmas shirts for my kids, AND I prefer they match. AND I REALLY prefer not to pay $35 a piece for them so, this year, I decided to make them myself. With a little help from this tutorial, I whipped them out in no time, and you can, too! Because little boys don't wear bows.... And, big sisters sometimes like to match their little ...