Lasso the Moon • Life is a Gift
We’ve got you covered. This list of over 30 tasty brunch recipes will ensure your next family get-together is a success. A big THANK YOU to Crystal Farms® for sponsoring today’s collection of brunch recipes and the generous giveaway at the end of the post. When you were a kid, there was something magical about brunch… Mixing sweet breakfast treats with savory lunch staples all… Read More
Camping isn’t really a vacation, but it makes for good memories. Being unprepared can make camping challenging. Ensure your next trip is awesome. Below are twenty-one family camping tips shared by our friend Julie (from Happy Strong Home) to ensure your next adventure is a success. We decided to start camping later in life. Neither my husband or I was raised… Read More
Learn how to encourage moments of wonder while traveling with your children. Big thanks to Melissa & Doug for helping families to come together to #TakeBackChildhood. . . . My eyes started to glaze over as I looked at the website. Plan your dream vacation. There’s always something to do on South Padre Island. As I read the suggested vacation itineraries, my shoulders began to tense. Even… Read More
Change your family vacation approach with these simple steps & enjoy a bit of kid-free time on your next trip. I’ve got to give him credit for the simple brilliance … this was all my husband’s idea. There, I said it. We were planning a family trip to Bayfield Wisconsin near the Apostle Islands National Park when he suggested it. My husband and I have… Read More
Solar Print Art for Kids — An activity from Make It Your Own that teaches children about the science of light exposure while creating a lasting piece of art for their mothers. Materials Solar print kit (You can find these at educational stores, science centres and online here) Craft tray Thick paper (we used index cards) Glue stick Hole punch… Read More
Let’s face it, for a family to take a vacation together there are a lot of things to plan and put into place. A little bit of initial prepping and planning can help make your family vacation one filled with happy memories. Choosing the best hotel for your vacation can be one of the biggest decisions, which is why I’m… Read More
Our world’s honey bee population continues to decline. This summer, use your garden space to not only connect with your kids, but to help grow a beautiful (and pesticide-free) environment for your local bees. Get tips on how to plant a honey bee garden with kids below! I just want to start out by saying THANK YOU for researching how… Read More
“Mom, can we jump in the puddle?” I smile. This question doesn’t often pop up anymore. “Of course,” I reply. I rush into the house to get my camera. This is what happens when you start mourning childhood as a tween mom — With every childhood act, you ask yourself, “Is this the last time?” Is this the last time she’ll be… Read More
My calendar says “spring is coming,” but Mother Nature disagrees. Check out these ten simple ways you can celebrate spring in your home, regardless of the temp outside. 1. GET THE KIDS DECORATING Have the kids help you decorate the house for the season. My spring inspiration began with the new Happy Handmade eBook from MollyMoo and friends. I loved… Read More
Learn how to force bulbs to display beautiful spring flowers and add a dash of color and life to your home. I always see lovely displays at the store, but I thought it would be fun to try this at home. Below are two videos on how to force bulbs. You can decide to force them with soil or just… Read More
Thirty days of NO REPEATS. Create a lunch plan with these 30 healthy mason jar recipes. I struggle with eating a healthy lunch. I have been buying pre-made salads from the grocery store, but I’d much rather make my own. The environmentalist in me hates wasting the plastic, even if it is recycled, and the foodie in me dislikes knowing… Read More
This adorable flower suncatcher is brought to you by Jean of The Artful Parent. Yesterday, my kids and I made nature suncatchers with flower petals and leaves. This is by no means the first time we’ve done this flower suncatcher craft—it’s one of our favorites!—but this time, instead of just abstract designs or mandalas, we also shaped the flower petals… Read More
Sometimes when there are children in the house it can feel like a constant hurricane of clutter. Below are ten tips on how to keep your house clean WITH KIDS underfoot. I hold this motto close to my heart… Yet the chaos of a cluttered home can be exhausting. Before you read through this list, know the first step to… Read More
Summer Schedule for Kids: An approach inspired by the NEW 101 Kids Activities book! Sometimes I smile at my kids and think about how lucky I am to be able to spend lazy, relaxing summer days with them. Other times, I feel … simply overwhelmed by the lack of routine. Switching from a daily schedule to the openness of summer… Read More
Today we are honored to have Alison Butler of The Petit Cadeau posting and sharing this thoughtful gift idea. Mothers. How do you express eternal gratitude to someone on one day of the year? It seems sort of insignificant, doesn’t it? The older I get, the more I struggle with gift ideas for my mother. Yet, I know that, for… Read More
Peep, Peep, Peep. Don’t munch down all those marshmallow Easter Peeps this spring — Stale Peeps make a tasty roasted treat around a summer campfire! Online you’ll find people online recommending Peep S’mores, but I have to tell you… they are too sweet. There is nothing better than a stale roasted Peep straight up. It almost has a torch-fired creme brûlée deliciousness to… Read More