We decided to start a new tradition this year. A Thankfulness Tree. For the month of November, everyday, each of us will think of something we are thankful for & write it on a leaf that we will attach to our tree. On each leaf, I also added the initial of the person who thought … More Thankful Thursday – Thankfulness Tree
I have so many Christmas projects going on! It’s fun, but it’s also a lot to keep organised. I also won’t be able to share any of my Christmas present projects until after Christmas. I’ll have heaps to share after Christmas though so watch out! A while back I made some coloured pasta. It’s easy … More Make It Monday – Sweater Clips & Coloured Pasta
Along with being 11-11-11 tomorrow, it’s also Veteran’s Day. I want to say thank you to all those who serve & have served. For those who waited & prayed. I want to say thank you to this man who served when he was called, came home to his wife and daughter and then had another … More Thankful Thursday – Veterans Day Edition
I’ve had these thoughts tumbling around in my head for a long time. I know I’m not the first one to think about this or to address it. I purposely didn’t have a look around the interwebs because I wanted to get my own thoughts on “paper” before I started investigating the thoughts of others. … More Words on Wednesday – On Being an Introvert Mom
You Tube might be a bit of an odd thing to be thankful for, but I really am. I have instant access to music that I love that brings back memories, makes me dance, makes me cry & inspires. I have access to really funny videos that are always good for a laugh. The boys … More Thankful Thursday – You Tube!
It’s been a bit of a rough day. Nothing earth shattering, but enough to mess up my plans & throw me off my game. The joys of modern conveniences, when something goes wrong, we realise how much we rely on them. Today I am thankful for these modern marvels. They work most of the time … More Thankful Thursday – October 27, 2011
Thought I’d share our Autumn Bucket List. We’ve already completed several of the activities on the list. Fall is a great time of year. Already looking ahead & planning our Winter Bucket List. What are your favourite Autumn activities? We still have more room on our bucket list…
I Yam What I Yam! There I go quoting Popeye again. Actually, that’s a first for me. I admire Popeye’s self-acceptance. I wish I was more like Popeye. I do love spinach! If I ever thought that competition, comparison & feelings of inadequacy would end as I got older, I have long since been disappointed. … More Words on Wednesday – I Yam What I Yam
It’s one of my greatest desires that my children are inspired to create. I am a firm believer that everyone is creative – it may not be artistically, but everyone is a creative being. So I love it when my boys make stuff – whether it’s a tower made out of Legos, a chalk drawing, a … More Create!
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