That’s not a box of garbage in my son’s room…
Well, it is… but not because we’re too lazy to take out the trash. This is Paolo’s building box. He can make towers to play … continue reading
Kids
Goodbye, Elf on the Shelf
Staying one step ahead our son with our Elf on the Shelf has been an adventure. I’ve been having as much fun as he has. … continue reading
Elves and Marshmallows
So far, this is by far my son’s favorite Elf activity. He especially liked the burnt marshmallow! And who doesn’t love Scooby Doo? I can’t … continue reading
Not Your Average Thank You- Ten Ways for Kids to Show Thanks
The reasons for having my son write Thank You cards are starting to build up and so is his resistance to doing them. Last year we … continue reading
Elf on the Shelf: Mom Exposed
“How come there’s a tag on Elf-vis, Mom? Did you buy him? Are you the one making him do things at night?” Uh oh…my stomach dropped. I wanted … continue reading
Party Pokeballs- Pokemon Goody bags
This year our son got to pick three friends to take to the local inflatable-fun place. He didn’t have a “real” party, but I thought I could … continue reading
Aaron Rodgers Day Paper Doll
Just in case you still have time to throw this in a lunchbox or can use it another way today, here’s the Aaron Rodgers paper … continue reading
Tissue Paper Snowflakes
P’s most recent Operation Cheer Mission from his Elf on the Shelf was to make paper snowflake decorations for the neighbors. My son loves making paper … continue reading
25 Books of Christmas
I was delighted to find this book-themed Christmas countdown idea from Make and Takes. I pinned it months ago so I wouldn’t forget to do it this … continue reading
Thanksgiving Entertainment
With a nearly seven year-old and a one-and-a-half year-old to entertain on Thanksgiving day, our choices for entertainment are limited. Play dough, homemade play dough, is … continue reading