We're learning to use a kind voice instead of yelling. If you'd like to replace your yelling with a kind voice, look through these articles, get inspired and then, go be kind. Simple and as complex as that - one habit at a time we're learning to find joy and treat ourselves and our children with [...]Continue Reading
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Classic Conversation Games to Play With Kids
Conversation games are a classic way to pass time. They can turn the most mundane tasks into treasured time together whether you are waiting in line at the bank, driving in the car or sharing a meal. If you're looking for some inspiration, try these classics: 5 Classic Conversation Games Name [...]Continue Reading
It’s Not Just About the Legos
We stood in my friend’s kitchen, chatting and drinking coffee, when one of her sons walked in and said, “Hey look what I made!” We politely listened and ‘oohed’ and ‘ahhed’ as he gave a detailed description of the Lego spaceship with all possible luxuries. We’d been chatting quite a while, as moms [...]Continue Reading
6 Kid Approved Ways to Show Your Love
This list was made with help from my kids. I asked them what I do that makes them feel loved. Hugs and Kisses at bedtime was the absolute first thing they said. Then they had lots of examples that involved candy. Apparently, candy=love around here. Oh dear... I explained that I wanted to tell [...]Continue Reading
What you can say that will make your spouse an even better parent
Today I'm excited to have Jill, writer of Confidence Meets Parenting. She is one of my go-to blogs for uncomplicated parenting advice. Make sure you pay her a visit! ~Alissa What to Say to Make Your Spouse and Even Better Parent By Jill Riley My husband and I were talking over dinner on a date [...]Continue Reading
This would be more fun if you stopped calling it crafts.
Did you know that what you call your craft project can make a huge difference in whether your kids get excited to create with you? Here's the deal- my kids don't like to do crafts. If I present an activity by asking if they want to do a craft, I'll get a resounding NO. (Maybe I made a few too [...]Continue Reading
