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Category Archives: Fun
Real Tears, by Carol Lynn Pearson
In honor of National Poetry Month, I decided to share some poetry with you. It’s not long, and it’s nothing they tried to make you read in high school, so you can go ahead and read it without that worry. … Continue reading
Posted in For You, Learning, Me Time, Sunny
Tagged April, Carol Lynn Pearson, learning, National Poetry Month, poem, poetry, read, Real Tears
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Too Many Mangos Book Review
Perusing books at book stores are a thing of the past, so it’s good to get reviews from others about really good books. And here is one of them. “Too Many Mangos” by Tammy Paikai is a story for children … Continue reading
Posted in Fun, Heidi, Uncategorized
Tagged book for children, Tammy Paikai, Too Many Mangos
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Fairy Blossoms
Trying out our new camera. Loved seeing my daughter on the trampoline with the new spring blossoms. I haven’t figured out the camera, nor my daughter, but I’m trying to enjoy both of them anyway. If you liked this post, … Continue reading
Posted in Children, Family, For You, Fun, Hobbies, Love, Outdoor Activities, Sunny
Tagged blossoms, butterfly, cinderella, costume, fairy, girl, photography, picture, princess, spring, trampoline
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What Do You Get When You Cross an Egg and Plumber’s Tape?
Really cool Easter Eggs! Use plumber’s tape to make fun patterns on your eggs this season. We were just sitting down to decorate eggs today when I spotted the tape on the counter. We tried it out and made lots … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Crafts, Easter, Fun, Holidays, Janae, The Moms
Tagged dye eggs, Easter egg, egg, plumbers, plumbing, tape
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The Week of Easter
To help our family think about the true meaning of Easter as it approached, my husband took the New Testament and listed the things that happened, starting on the Sunday before Easter until that day, including some scripture references. You may find this helpful as you reflect on the mission of the Savior this week. Continue reading
Posted in Easter, Family, Holidays, Learning, Sunny
Tagged atonement, Bible, children, Christ, Easter, family, goals, Good Friday, Holy Week, Jerusalem, Jesus, Lord, New Testament, Palm Sunday, Resurrection, scriptures, video
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Little Chef Nights
Have you ever worked hard on a meal only to find that when you bring it to the table, it’s welcomed with a chorus of “Gross!”, “Oooooh”, “I hate that!”. Your elation at finishing a meal and delivering it proudly … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Children, Chores, Cooking Tips and Tricks, Family, Finding a Balance, Food, Fun, Janae, Learning, The Moms
Tagged chef, complain, cook, dinner, kids cook, one on one time
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Shadow Tag – Fun for the Whole Family
Happy Spring Equinox!! The northern part of the world is finally celebrating spring, my favorite time of the year! To welcome sun’s extra rays, enjoy a frolic of Shadow Tag with your kids! Find a good stretch of pavement (your … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Children, Fun, Heidi, Outdoor Activities, Relationships, Summer Fun
Tagged family games, fun in the sun, shadow, shadow tag
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Great Books for Your New Reader: Mo Willems
My daughters and I go to the library every week. And for a while, I would scour the shelves in search of great books to help my kindergartener practice her new reading skills. She needed books with simple words that … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Cheri, Learning
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The Power of Play
Free play is crucial to our kids’ development! Here are some ideas of what gets in our way from letting kids play and what to do about it. Continue reading
Valentine’s Day Book Recommendation
“Somebody Loves You Mr. Hatch”
Mr. Hatch is a lonely man who keeps to himself. But when he receives a rather large valentine from an anonymous admirer, he realizes that he is loved, and his view of himself and those around him changes. He feels … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Learning, Love, Relationships, Sunny, Valentine's Day
Tagged book, book recommendation, chocolate, love, picture book, service, Somebody Loves You Mr. Hatch
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