Family

Enjoying time together as a family whether it’s unique family traditions or going on a family vacation.

  • Colonial Williamsburg for Kids: Top Tips

    Would you like to take a step back in time?  How about when there weren’t any electricity or cars?  That far back?  Well, you’re in luck!  Williamsburg, Virginia is that kind of place. Why should you visit Williamsburg? The first words my 9-year-old said were…  “This is just like Disney World, except educational!” (translation:  Thanks […]

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  • Full "Love Tanks" = Happy Hearts

    Used with permission from Bright Sides Designs – just $1.25 to download! Keeping my kid’s little “love tanks” full has been one of my secrets to successful parenting (so far).  When my kids have full love tanks they are happier, play by themselves, fight less, are open to instruction (both discipline and school).  Empty love […]

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  • Five Love Languages: Service

    Pin It Are Acts of Service your child’s love language? Describes your child: Likes it when people do nice things for them, such as:   helping with chores school projects driving places making meals and snacks Mom Tip:  Practice sports together Work together on a project Check homework Pick them up on time Surprise them by […]

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  • Five Love Languages: Love Tank

    Would you like to learn how to fill up your child’s Love Tank?  Just like a car needs gas to move, your little child’s little heart needs to be filled up each day with your love.  Let’s address ways you can fill up a love tank vs. ways that empty a love tank.  We’ll also […]

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  • Tips for visiting Jamestown Settlement with Kids

    Pin It In an effort to make 4th grade Virginia History come to life, we headed to Jamestown Settlement.  We read the books, talked to people, and still I got confused when we arrived.  It’s really not that complicated of a place, but here are a few tips to help you: 1.  The Visitor’s Center […]

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