I own stacks of books that I haven’t yet read, and I constantly add more to my must-read list. But without a plan, I end up reading somewhat at random. There are books I’ve been meaning to read for years and never opened. So for the past few years, in December, I’ve started choosing with intention books that I want to read in the new year…12 books/12 months.
The last couple months of the school year always fly by. For the past five years or so, I’ve enjoyed creating a Summer Fun List of family activities. Usually, I ask my daughters what they most want to do this summer. I include any camps or vacation plans we have made, and then I add some activities or experiences I think they’d enjoy. Your kids probably don’t love all the same things that my kids love. So I decided instead of a list of activities that I think are fun, I’d give you a quick list of resources for you to make your own Summer Fun List.
When we’re in the middle of work, kids, and a mile-a-minute pace, we may discount the relevance of advice offered from those a generation ahead of us. But years ago, a sweet older lady gave me one of the best organizational tips for keeping a tidy home I’ve ever received. Ready for it?
The best way to instill habits or behaviors in our children is to model them. Here are 18 character traits to model for your kids.
There’s a reason checkoff charts are so popular to use with kids. Chore charts, gold star reading charts—it’s human nature to enjoy checking off a box, or for kids, getting a sweet sticker. Today I’m offering a printable music practice check-off chart to track your kids’ music practice.
Birthdays are a big deal to me. I like to plan breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, snacks, drinks, activities, outfits, music playlists—it’s a regular production. Something that will not be part of birthday planning anymore is birthday cards. We’ve discovered the best alternative to birthday cards—a keepsake journal.
I’m always looking for ways to connect with my three daughters in meaningful ways and fill their childhood with magical moments. Each of them told me that spending time with them individually means so much to them, but they each enjoy different things. Here is my list of ways to spend quality time with your daughter. My hope is that these ideas get you thinking about how to create lasting memories for you and your child.