Family Activities

  • LEGO T-shirts with Freezer Paper Stencil

    Make your own LEGO t-shirt?  Yes!  It’s possible! LEGO t-shirts with a Freezer Paper Stencil?  Wait, you haven’t tried crafting with freezer paper?  That’s okay, I hadn’t either and now I’m hooked.  If you’re heading to LEGOLAND, then you’ll need these shirts! We’ve been to both the California and Florida LEGOLANDS.  You can read our tips here […]

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  • Handmade Ombre Heart Card by Kids

    Handmade Ombre Heart Card by Kids The Ombre Heart card is simple, yet beautiful enough to send to anyone.  It reminds me a lot of our favorite “I Love You” Sign Language card. Is it important for kids to get involved in the making and sharing of love for others.  Don’t forget about your grandparents, other relatives, teachers, […]

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  • Type 1 Diabetes, juvenile diabetes, insulin, parent tips for T1D, getting started with Type 1 Diabetes

    Advice for the New Type 1 Diabetic

    Was your child recently diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes?  I’m so sorry.  My super sweet (and amazingly brave) niece was just diagnosed too.  When I got the text, I prayed and then contacted my friend Kathy for support and guidance.  Kathy’s information helped us begin to understand the disease. My sister is learning as much as she […]

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  • S’mores with Kids: A Valentine’s Tradition

    S’mores with Kids.  Are you looking for a fun family tradition to share with your loved ones on Valentine’s Day?  How about some indoor s’mores?  Have your kids make the cute I Love You Sign Language card while you get the supplies together.   While this may not be our idea of a “fun date” […]

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  • Organize Family Winter Gear

    How to Organize Family Winter Gear

    Winter Gear:  Hats, Scarves, Mittens, Gloves, Ear Muffs… OH MY!   Winter gear is just the reality where we live and we seem to have a lot of it.  We’re only a 4 person family and everyone seems to have 2 of everything.  We also have gear for different types of cold:  warm gear, waterproof […]

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  • Teaching Kids About Money with Give, Save, & Spend Banks

    Spend, Save, & Give Banks. As parents we are always trying to teach our children important skills for life.  When it comes to teaching our children about money, the best lessons come from your home.  Teaching your children money skills is a valuable Life Skill.  One they’ll be able to take from now into their […]

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