Category Archives: The Moms

Some potty advice

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Kerri

People ask if I would ever get a pet dog, and I look at them dumbfounded…Why would I ever get a dog and willingly clean up more accidents when I have ENOUGH potty training trouble as it is? Clearly, I … Continue reading →

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Life is Better With . . . the MA Roller

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Sunny
MA Roller for self-massaging your back

In college, my roommate had this funky, rolling pin-like thing, that she loved. Many nights before going to bed, she could be found lying on the floor with this sculpted piece of wood under her back. She praised its ability … Continue reading →

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Family Bumper Sticker!!

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Heidi
No Other Success can Compensate bumpersticker

“Now whenever Lauren asks for something, I can buy it for her.” I was in the gas station having a conversation with the attendant — a friend of mine who is a single mom. Although financially she doesn’t need to, … Continue reading →

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Cookie Sculptures

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Janae

This week I was introduced to a fabulous entertainment idea for kids of all ages: Cookie Sculpturing. I needed a cookie recipe that would let my preschool kids shape people out of it. Most recipes were too sticky or wouldn’t … Continue reading →

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Fixing Broken Flip Flops

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Cheri

For the past 7 years, I have worn flip flops almost exclusively year round. When I moved to Minnesota, I finally bought some closed toe shoes, knowing that flip flops in January wouldn’t be the brightest idea. I know flip … Continue reading →

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Kids and Cell Phones

Posted on September 4, 2011 by Sunny

Today my 17 year old called me on my cell phone at home. His brother brought me my ringing phone because I keep my phone in my purse and only use it when I’m out. I still use a land … Continue reading →

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How to Make a Hooded Towel

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Janae

I’m often stumped by what gift to bring to baby showers. Sure, there are clothes, diapers, and other essentials, but my favorite gift when my first baby was born was a hooded towel. Since then, I’ve been making these towels … Continue reading →

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“I Like Myself!” by Karen Beaumont – Wonderful Self Esteem Book

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Heidi

Your kids will love I Like Myself! , perhaps as much as you will. Written by Karen Beaumont, this short, poetic book about a fun-loving, imaginative girl and her high level of self confidence. The reader quickly gets swept away … Continue reading →

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Magna-Doodle Art

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Cheri

Did you see last week’s post about organizing your child’s artwork? It’s a great solution, but what about the 3D projects or other creations we can’t slip into a sheet protector? My daughters LOVE the magna doodle. Do yours? It … Continue reading →

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Recycling Crayons

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Kerri

How to recycle crayons. Continue reading →

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