Sometimes my kids want more than paint and paper when it’s art time. When that’s the case, we tend to do nature art and crafts. That’s because we find so much inspiration in the outdoors. Plus, it challenges them to think of art and painting in a different way. Last but certainly not least, we […]
Little Miss’s Birthday Reminded Me to Focus on What We Can Do Instead of What We Can’t
I dreaded telling little miss that we had to cancel her birthday plans, including her party. A week ago, we sat together on her bed as I reminded her about why we were staying home, and I broke the news that we had delay her party. She teared up, briefly upset, but then she looked […]
Homeschooling Parents Share Tips for Learning at Home
First, take a breath. Then, repeat after me: Your job is not to homeschool. Homeschooling, after all, is a decision that parents make. What is happening right now is not a choice we made. Many of us were thrown into this situation in an effort of social distancing. Schools were called off, many for “indefinite” […]
5 Quiet Time Activities for Preschoolers
As I write this, both my kids are upstairs in their rooms for quiet time. They’re playing quietly. They know this is the time I use to write and get some work done while they have fun with some activities I personally put together for them. Are they always in their room? Heck no, especially […]
5 Activities To Keep Young Kids Entertained So You Can Get Stuff Done (No Pinterest Skills Required)
My work at home “schedule” typically means working during quiet/nap time and after bed, but since I’m spending my kids’ sleep times working, it doesn’t leave much time for other things like laundry, dishes, and getting other household stuff done. Sure the kids can “help” out even at their age, kind of. Little guy has […]