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A few things... -We're going over plants and seeds! My oldest absolutely loves helping in the garden. Right now she's observing a bean grow in a mason jar. Each day we take down a few notes and discuss the transformation of the bean. - I planned an event at the park! It was wonderful.- Paint and bubbles in the park. A few moms showed up with their little ones and we all enjoyed the nice weather and chatted. -I've been making shakers for my littlest one. She's moving and grooving. She's a very active baby and loves to shake things. Using an old cinnamon candy container, food coloring, and noodles, I was able to create a simple and fun shaker.  -My littlest one is now 8 months. I'm continuing to nurse her and she's exploring pureed foods. Her favorite is a squash with brown rice.  -Our oldest daughter loves reading to us now. She's so wonderful and we enjoy the time that she reads to us. Childr...

This day was simple and sweet.  Surrounded by my loved ones. I enjoyed it very much.

 I'm embracing these rainy days. Ah, the smell of rain.- So fresh. Perfect weather for a snuggle, a cup of coffee, and of course for the little ones to splash in rain puddles. We've been having a few thunderstorms late at night. Today it has mostly been a light sprinkle. - I'm enjoying this very much. Currently -Baking an apple coffee cake in the slow cooker. -Piles of books lay on our living room floor.  -My oldest is singing. She enjoys this very much. And of course, her little sister can't stop smiling. -A warm cup of coffee awaits me in the kitchen. -Rain is coming down. It really is relaxing. -I've started a load of laundry. Something about doing laundry on a rainy day... -Math lessons are set aside for our oldest. -We'll get to them later this evening. For now... We will enjoy our time together on this rainy day.

Hello everyone! Today, I want to share a fun and easy craft project called "Spring-catchers". This project involves creating beautiful window art using flower and other shape templates, paint, and flowers. It's a kid-friendly activity that the whole family can enjoy together.  I originally posted this craft back in 2015 when my oldest daughter was just a toddler, but I have updated it for you all to enjoy. I hope you have fun making these window catchers as much as we did! Spring-Catchers (Springtime sun-catchers) This fun and simple craft is perfect to welcome Spring. You will need the following materials: Materials - Paint (regular or water paint) - Pencil - Template (you can make your own for tulip, sun, and flower shapes) - Scissors - Tape - Flowers - Paintbrush - Paper If you are working with young children on this craft, it's recommended that a parent help with cutting out the shapes Trace and paint Create stencils of any flower design such as tulips, ...

“Sometimes our stop-doing list needs to be bigger than our to-do list.”  ―  Patti Digh It has been a bit hectic around here. I think we're in need of rest. Our days seem long and hectic. Maybe soon... things will start slowing down. This week: -We continued our lessons. Reading lessons are slowing down. - Right now our oldest daughter is sick. Just a common cold. But she is definitely in need of rest. -Warm baths, vapor rub, and warm drinks. - This seems to be helping out some. I've washed and sanitized things around our house.  - So far little one, daddy and I are cold-free. I'm sure it will sneak up on me when I least expect it. We're still working on lessons and this week she's learning about ladybugs. Once she is feeling better, we'll head out and go on an outdoor adventure.  Our littlest one has been fussy. - Maybe she's teething?! I haven't seen or felt any teeth that may be coming in. She...

“Is the spring coming?" he said. "What is it like?"... "It is the sun shining on the rain and the rain falling on the sunshine...”  ―  Frances Hodgson Burnett ,  The Secret Garden Ah, flowers are blooming. The sun is shining. Bubbles are being blown.  There's doodling with chalk. Sprinklers are on. Flowers are on display in my kitchen. More hikes and family walks. More time in the garden. Park days. Family events at the local library.   The last event was a hula party. It was fun for all ages! Block building.- Our oldest enjoys her morning building blocks before we start her lessons. Baby giggles and a whole lot of babbling.  Now that our little one has mastered saying "mama" and "Dada", she can't get enough of it. - We absolutely love it!  How have you all been? How are you enjoying your days lately? Welcome new readers. So happy to have you all he...

“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.