Grandma’s go-to Rhubarb Crunch recipe, and a reminder to enjoy the day even if it is raining. Don’t miss a moment to make a memory that could last a lifetime!
An old favorite shirt doesn’t fit quite right anymore; a new gift from a well-meaning aunt is a little snug; your dog chewed a hole in the sleeve… Whatever the reason, you find yourself with a pile of shirts that you don’t wear, but you’re not willing to part with them. T-shirt quilts, similar to …
Previously, I shared a family recipe for Cheese Enchiladas. I have now started to experiment with different types, chicken has been our favorite. The sauce is the same, but I’m adding a few tricks I’ve picked up along the way and my preferred method for cooking the meat. Ingredients – approx 2 dozen: 20-24 tortillas …
Lego bricks are a great toy. They provide endless hours of entertainment through building and rebuilding, creativity, and engineering. But when one puts that much time and love into a project, one tends to get protective and can become slightly irate if said building is destroyed by a younger sibling. In our home, Lego are …
There is something special and almost magical about snow globes. My girls love them. I have a few around the house that they are only allowed to play with when I’m present. The globes are all made of glass and very fragile. When I was wandering through the hobby store I came across plastic, DIY …
The holidays are a perfect time for crafts. Cold weather, gift giving, decorating your home, and keeping the kids busy during the countdown add up perfectly. I always love an easy beautiful craft, especially when the kids can participate. These gorgeous candles are sure to please. Thanks to a great friend and her creative inspiration, …
Sensory Blanket for Alzheimer’s/Dementia Patient Care Browsing through our local publication, The Connection Magazine, I came across an article that sparked my interest and warmed my heart. Knit for Peace, shared a column about creating fidget hand muffs and blankets for patients with dementia. I love creative projects, especially ones made with compassion and a purpose. I …
It saddens me to hear that there are many people who totally avoid taking their children to the library. I’m not judging. I know life is busy and going anywhere with kids, especially a quiet place full of fragile items, can seem daunting or down right foolish. Some people don’t want to be responsible for …
Shortly after L started preschool, I realized I had severely underestimated the amount of artwork my little one would bring home. As much as I would like to save every precious painting and sketch, it’s unrealistic. However, for those special ones I needed a good way to hold on to them. I already have a keepsake …
-(It’s like herding cats, trying to get both girls to sit still for pictures anymore. These are the best I could get.)- After lots of wavering (between everything from a circus clown to an elephant), L decided she wanted to be a ladybug for Halloween. She stuck with the ladybug idea for several weeks in …
