If your family is like ours, you probably spend a lot of time in the pool, at the lake or on the river during the warmer months and safety is always on your mind. When we opened up the pool at the house we bought earlier this year, we quickly realized that the pool liner […]
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Dec
Dec
You might have noticed that several physicians, nurses and other questionable members of society have recently posted about getting their covid shot and decided it was a great time to make fun of vaccine injury and people living with autism. ** LANGUAGE WARNING … THIS IS A HEATED TOPIC AND I BROUGHT OUT MY BIG […]
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Dec
Dec
I rolled over to turn off the fan that was blowing wisps of hair across your face. When I returned to my previous position, your arm popped out of the covers and wrapped around my neck. Your leg soon followed and landed on my stomach before you let out a sigh and rolled again, leaving […]
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Nov
Nov
Here’s your chance to grab the entire Elle the Elf three book series. This giveaway ends Friday, November 27th and is open to all who enter their email here.
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Nov
Nov
Just before I sat down to write this blog post, I heard that a Facebook page I followed had been deleted. Before I tell you who it was and why they were shut down, I have to ask you a serious question… What if you were forced to subject your child to a medical procedure […]
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Nov
Nov
Is your elf preparing to make a grand entrance this year? No matter how your elf on the shelf arrives, it’s sure to be special. So many kids are looking forward to it this year – mine included. Whether you’re planning something special, or just wanting to bring your elf back in style, you’re sure […]
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Nov
Nov
I know, I know. It’s a touchy subject, but it’s something we felt very strong about this year. We absolutely refuse to mask or Quarantine our Elf on the Shelf. While some might feel it’s cute or even funny to mask their Elf or put them in quarantine so they don’t have to move them […]
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Oct
Oct
The weather is changing and the leaves are about to turn. It’s my favorite time of the year, so rounding up some of the most amazing fall leaf craft ideas had to happen. We have a wide range of kiddos – from teens to toddlers, so these ideas had to include everyone in one way […]
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Oct
Oct
We love Halloween. We love decorating on a budget even more. These printables are great for your basic black frames and dollar store finds. You can print them as 8.5 x 11 or as a smaller 5×7. Choose your favorites or print them all. Kids In Area I mean, they’re scary little critters, these kids. […]
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Oct
Oct
This is most easy peasy apple volcano you’re ever going to make – and – it’s fun for all ages. Our kiddos ranged from 2 to 14 and every one of them had a blast. All puns intended. You’ll need: Apples – the bigger the better Baking Soda Vinegar Food Coloring (Optional) Apple Corer or […]