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Our Advent Traditions
With the arrival of Advent this year, my boys are so excited to begin with our usual traditions and even introduce a couple of new ones. Our staple Advent activity has always been our Jesse Tree. The kids LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this tradition of doing the daily reading and the…
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Jacob: Two Months
Do I seriously have a two-month old? How can that be? Someone please put the brakes on because my baby is growing so, so fast. I took Jacob for his two-month checkup today and was told by his doctor that he is a "big boy". Yep, I concur! Anyway, he's…
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Black Friday Deal on kajeet ~ the cell phone for kids!
Looking for the perfect gift for your tween or teen this holiday season? Why not get them a kajeet cell phone! kajeet is the only company that is made for kids and has so many useful parental controls and features. Its service is award-winning and is loved by kids and parents…
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I hate coffee but I’m Starbucks’ newest fan!
Yesterday morning started out as usual – hectic! I woke up at 6:30 a.m. and went in to get the kids up and dressed for school while the baby was still asleep. After helping them change their clothes, brush teeth, etc. we headed downstairs so that I could make breakfast. …
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Formula Fed America:: The debate continues.
I recently learned of a new movie, Formula Fed America, debuting soon about the effect that baby formula has had on our nation's children and their overall health. I have to admit that as a breastfeeding mother I am more than just interested in seeing it. While I personally believe…
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Decorating the tree.
This year we busted out our Christmas decorations a bit early. The kids have been bugging me for weeks about the tree. We finally got it put up and some of the other stuff is making its way around the house too. I've got some fun new traditions I'll be implementing…
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“Lights, Camera, Color!” {and a Giveaway}!
WOW! Are my kids really enjoying their art table – thanks to Crayola! I recently received this fabulous 150-count Telescoping Crayon Tower along with some info about their new program, "Lights, Camera, Color!". It's the only application of its kind that will allow your kids to experience creativity in a…
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Another trophy for the mantle.
Last night was Nathan's flag football end-of-season party at his coaches house. It was tons of fun and the best part? Nathan walked away with a fab football trophy! He now has soccer, violin, t-ball, and football trophies showcased in his bedroom. I must put up that wall shelf I…
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Is Shouting the New Spanking?
Juice Box Jungle recently posted some info about spanking being replaced by shouting in today's families. I'm not sure how I feel about that. Have I ever spanked my kids? Yes. Do I think I'm a monster because of it? No. Do I regret it? No. Honestly, I feel ten…