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10 things I want my daughters to know as they grow 1. No matter what I will always love you Even when it might seem like I'm frustrated, sad, or just having a rough time.  I will always love you. 2. You're perfect just the way you are Always remember this. You are perfect just the way you are! 3.  Friends come and go I often tell myself that people are like seasons passing by.  You will realize that not all friends will stay.  As I grew up I realized that it wasn't about the number of friends, but the quality of friends. As time goes on you will learn this too. 4. Never feel rushed to heal Healing takes time. Never feel the need to rush the healing process. Take a deep breath, and gather your thoughts, but please never rush the healing process.  “Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us.” ―  David Richo   5.   Always ask questions Big, small, or just because! Always ask questions. Asking questions, and get...

This fun do-it-yourself fairy garden is so much fun to create with kids. My oldest daughter created a fairy garden by using her creativity and a few materials. You can create this magical fairy garden too! You will need: 1 pot. Choose a pot size that fits your needs for your fairy garden. Miniature fairy garden accessories of your choice.- My daughter used a pond, fairy house, mini table, fairy bench, fairy chair, a pot, and a basket Flowers. Depending on whether you want real flowers you would need potting soil. My daughter used faux flowers for her garden.  Styrofoam. -We went with a round piece.  Artificial craft moss  Note* You can pick up most of these supplies at any craft store. Optional for your fairy garden: Miniature craft birds Craft butterflies Miniature bird nest Craft gems  Craft rocks lights Water feature.- This would be a great addition to fairy gardens with real flowers.  Creating your fairy garden: Start ...

Seven. Earlier this month our oldest turned 7. She's such a great big sister and we love her so very much. You're truly amazing. We absolutely love watching you grow. To be perfectly honest, you're teaching me so much as time goes on. I'm so proud to be your mother. My heart is full of love for both you and your sister. I hope that you know how loved you are. I love that you love math and want to be an astronaut when you're all grown up. We love that you enjoy science and that your love for space is mentioned often. You have such a big heart. May you always believe in yourself. May you always spread love where ever you go. We love you. Shine bright my little love.

This past weekend you turned 3.  You're full of laughter, joy and so much love. We gathered around and celebrated you on your special day. You're growing and each day we continue to love you even more. I truly can't believe how fast you're growing.  Sweet baby girl... we love you more than you'll ever know. I hope that you know that with each passing day, you bring us so much joy. I hope you enjoyed your birthday and that it was just as sweet as you are to us. Happy 3rd Birthday little love.

We recently took a little trip to the  Manitou Cliff Dwellings  museum. Our oldest had a field trip scheduled with some of the other students who also attend the online academy. My husband and I have visited the Cliff dwellings in the past, but this was the first visit for my oldest and her sister.  The weather was perfect out. A cool breeze and the sun peeked out from behind a few clouds. The children watched a 16-minute video on the Anasazi people. After they painted some clay bowls and we all took a tour. The tour was about two hours and the kids absolutely loved it. What a lovely adventure for all.

July 2014. Cool day, a park visit, and some time to catch up on reading. We were patiently waiting for our second daughter to arrive.  I highly recommend this book if you are thinking about having a doula.  September 2014. I was now holding my new baby girl. We were all so excited to finally meet her. There's just so much LOVE to share.  Each Thursday I will be posting a peaceful moment. I would love to hear what your peaceful moment has been during the week or a peaceful memory from the past. Leave your comment below or on Google+. 

Two. We celebrated your 2nd birthday.  And oh what a beautiful day it was. You are absolutely lovely.  Your laughter fills the room and your eyes light up with joy. Your smile is something we all adore. You're full of adventure and you're brave as can be.  You're growing. And we love you more and more each day. We hope that you enjoyed your day. We love you little one. Love, mom.

I always bake pumpkin doughnuts around this time of year. It's simple and we really enjoy them with warm apple cider. My four-year-old helps me in the kitchen. I really enjoy this time. We bake and talk, and laughter fills the room. -Baking pumpkin doughnuts and making sweet memories. - This is definitely a moment worth cherishing.  ♥ Maybe you'll enjoy this simple recipe with your family... Baked pumpkin doughnuts. You will need: 1 doughnut pan nonstick baking spray or oil to grease your pan. Dry ingredients: 1 cup of flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1/3 cup of light brown sugar optional- a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon Wet ingredients: 1 egg 1/3 cup of pumpkin puree 1/4 cup of milk Glaze 1/3 cup of confectioners sugar 1 tsp of cinnamon 1 tsp of milk (or as needed) Caramel syrup  Combine and mix dry ingredients in a mixing bowl.  Add in wet ingredients and gently mix. Preheat your...

“Today you are You, that is truer than true.  There is no one alive who is Youer than You.”― Dr. Seuss A trip to the Children's Museum. A bite to eat at a cute pizzeria. Her big day arrived... On April 7th, we celebrated our oldest daughter turning 4.  I honestly don't know where the time goes. I remember when she was first learning to crawl. Now she's running around and reading to us. Ah, I absolutely love this little girl... Dear sweet one, It's hard to believe that Dad and I once lived without you. You're sweet, bright, bubbly, and so lovable. Just how we imagined you would be.  You mean the world to us. We would do anything for you. Now you are 4. - Full of energy, a great big sister, and an amazing daughter. I hope you know just how loved you are.