Being a former elementary school teacher, and a mom to 3, reading books aloud to my kids is one of my MOST FAVORITE activities I get to do with them! Hearing them laugh and watching them smile as I read is simply the best. Books create wonder, cultivate discussions, and create memories that I always cherish. Books are a simple & wonderful way to connect with your children! As a new season is here, I’m sharing with you 20 of {Read More}
A Must Read Book for both Men & Women
January 22, 2021 by
I’m going to start off with a somewhat controversial thought: What if we stopped focusing on our own needs and shifted our attention, completely and fully, to the needs of our partner? This can be life changing. I promise. The more you attune to the needs of the other person, the deeper yours will be met. THIS BOOK. It’s convicting. If you want to better a relationship or your marriage, then do yourself a favor and read this! Instead of {Read More}
Halloween: Room on the Broom Ideas!
September 1, 2020 by
Since becoming a SAHM, one of the top questions I’m asked is, “Do you miss teaching?” The part that I miss most is being able to CREATE…making fun and engaging lessons for kids! This is what motivated me. But… after thinking about it, I realize just how little time I had in the day to invest in the cute little projects. So much time was directed toward the nitty gritty…grading, parent communication, assessments…the boring stuff! So now, as a parent, {Read More}
Create with Color Giveaway!
April 15, 2020 by
With the quarantine in place, being stuck at home hasn’t been the easiest to manage for many people, myself included. For an extrovert like me, you begin to go stir crazy. One thing that has helped both me and my kids get through our first month of isolation has been ART! From coloring books (both kid and adult) to painting projects to sidewalk chalk (my husband jokes that I enjoy it more than our kids) to play dough, it’s been {Read More}
Elmer the Elephant – Mosaic Art
March 26, 2020 by
Although we’ve seen glimpses of Spring here in Chicago, it did actually snow here a couple days ago. So, we decided to pull out our Elmer in the Snow book and add some color to our day! I’m not sure if you’ve read any of the Elmer series books, but we love that it sends the message that different is GOOD and beautiful, teaching children not to try and be like anyone but themselves. Just be you! I created an {Read More}
Book Review: The Danish Way of Parenting
March 8, 2017 by
Getting time to yourself as a parent isn’t something you take for granted. BUT, what to do with the pockets of alone time is the big question. Should I go for a run, take a nap, clean the house (not desired but necessary), have a glass of vino and catch up on Netflix, read a book, finish the project I started, or DO NOTHING? Usually, reading goes by the wayside because it requires FOCUS and I’m pretty tapped out mentally by the time I can actually {Read More}
