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Succulent Valentines with Strawberry Crinkle Cookies
Since I was sick over the Christmas holidays, I really missed out on the baking fun I usually enjoy with my kids. Thankfully Valentines Day is right around the corner, and that offers options for more baking fun. My daughter created these cute little succulent Valentines tags to add to our treats, and we have…
Read More15 Ways to Re-use an Old Sweater
*Updated in 2025, disclaimer, some links may be affiliate links* The Joy and Value of Repurposing There’s something truly special about giving new life to old things. In a world of constant consumption, repurposing stands as a creative act of resistance and resourcefulness. When we transform an old sweater into something new, we’re not just…
Read MoreOur Morning Time Plans 2017-2018
Morning time has been my favorite thing to plan in our homeschool over the years. Every year my husband and I reassess what we want to focus on for our family and seek out the best resources to accomplish our goals. Our Simple Schedule We take about an hour in the morning together to start…
Read MoreHow To Start An Adventure Fund Savings With A Shadow Box
We love to travel as a family, but traveling is expensive. A couple of years ago, we started a family tradition to dream about a summer vacation together, make a budget together, and then save up together to make it happen. It’s so important to help kids know that money decisions need to be decisions,…
Read MoreA Secret Garden Inspired Planty Party
My middle daughter turned 13 this past week and we celebrated with a Secret Garden inspired Planty Party. My girl is slightly obsessed with succulents…growing them, drawing them, and enjoying them. Every time we go to a garden store, we have to stroll slowly down the succulent aisle to see what’s new. We don’t do parties every year for…
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