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FAMILY LIFE

Time is non-refundable. Let go of “supposed to” and redefine happy for YOUR FAMILY.

LESS RUSH. MORE LIFE.

Time is non-refundable. Use it with intention. #quote #becomingunbusy *Love this quote and this parent article on staying sane when your kids' schedules are busy

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Time stands still best in moments that look suspiciously

like ordinary life.

— Brian Andreas

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Finding small moments in the chaos

Weeknights can be hectic. It’s tempting on a busy school night to whip through dinner and move on to the next thing. However, the truth is: The days we’re rushing around feeling overwhelmed are likely the days we most need to slow down, pause, and connect with our families to regain our sense of balance.

“You should sit for a family dinner for 20 minutes a day… unless you’re busy. Then you should sit for an hour.”

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Redefining Family Life

We believe in letting go of “supposed to,” creating an intentionally crafted family life, and embracing small moments. When you say no to everyday norms, you say YES to joy.

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We believe the greatest gift you can give your kids is your presence. Learn to connect with your kids in the kitchen, when traveling, and through modern parenting.

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Presents

We believe it is important to make time the gift it is. Find creative present ideas that focus on experiences over things. Time is non-refundable, so let’s use it with intention.

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in the Chaos

How To Escape “Busy” And Connect With Your Kids

If the ticking of the clock (or the ping of your phone) has been guiding you and your family for far too long, it’s time to escape. Here’s the answer to connecting with your kids and finding UnBusy moments within the chaos.

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If the ticking of the clock (or the ping of your phone) has been guiding you and your family for far too long, it’s time to escape. Here’s the answer to connecting with your kids and finding UnBusy moments within the chaos. READ POST
7 Fun Family Dinner Ideas - Pizza night with simple frozen cheese pizzas that you can top with all kinds of combinations in quadrants before baking. #familydinner #simplerecipe #recipe #dinner #dinnertime #pizza #pizzarecipe *Love this list of easy, kid-friendly ideas for super

7 Fool-Proof Ways to Make Dinnertime the Best Part of Your Day

From frantic meals in the car on the way to soccer, to miserably silent dinners when my partner and I were too stressed to talk, to loudly chaotic dinners as everyone at the table (the kids AND me) dissolved into tears over the nightly picky eating battle. Sound familiar? Then you and I are new BFFs.

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7 Fun Family Dinner Ideas - Pizza night with simple frozen cheese pizzas that you can top with all kinds of combinations in quadrants before baking. #familydinner #simplerecipe #recipe #dinner #dinnertime #pizza #pizzarecipe *Love this list of easy, kid-friendly ideas for super
From frantic meals in the car on the way to soccer, to miserably silent dinners when my partner and I were too stressed to talk, to loudly chaotic dinners as everyone at the table (the kids AND me) dissolved into tears over the nightly picky eating battle. Sound familiar? Then you and I are new BFFs. READ TIPS

How to Encourage Moments of Wonder While Traveling With Your Family

The older I grow, the more I realize that the moments of wonder I have found the most profound are the truly simple ones. They often involve engaging with my environment in a way that brings me a sense of awe. And yet, these moments of wonder are easily overlooked.

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The older I grow, the more I realize that the moments of wonder I have found the most profound are the truly simple ones. They often involve engaging with my environment in a way that brings me a sense of awe. And yet, these moments of wonder are easily overlooked. READ TIPS

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The All You Can Play Challenge offers kids the perfect opportunity for practicing competition. Learn how to encourage “healthy” competition with your kids. A big thanks to Chuck E. Cheese’s for sponsoring today’s post. . . . So, over the weekend, THIS happened — The weather’s been cold, and the kids were already starting to get antsy, so we decided to get…
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5-Ingredient Fudge Recipe in 15 Minutes (+ How to Serve This Easy Fudge 5 Ways!)

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This super-simple homemade fudge recipe turns out perfectly every time — it’s foolproof! I promise this easy microwave dessert will taste like the old-fashioned fudge you ate as a child. So delicious. A big thanks to Meijer for sponsoring this holiday dessert post. When I came across Meijer’s Holiday Guide this week, I knew the girls and I needed to…
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