Alright – I told you I would post twice last week – I may have even used the ‘p’ word … but I didn’t. We had another bad storm which made me unplug for a couple of days. I do apologize, it seems best for me to not make promises about how often I will…
Textured Owl Craft
It was a good morning for crafting today. A little drizzly and cold outside, and everyone at home together. I pulled out some craft supplies and let my little ones start crafting! While they were creating, I got creating too. I like to craft, and I have started doing so along side my little ones….
Reusable Alphabet Paper Chains
I was thrilled to be asked to be a contributor over at Hands on as we Grow. I adore that blog and love how practical, simple, and ‘every day’ the activities Jamie shares are! I contributed my first post yesterday, and would love for you to check it out. I wrote about reusable alphabet paper…
Calming Lavender Lotion Bar
As you may know, we are taking steps to live a healthier lifestyle as a family. We are living simply, trying to slow down, and “make our own” whenever we can. The big trick? I need it to be easy. So much of the “making our own” is hard! But THIS, my friends—this is easy….
Skimming the Cream
A long while ago I was speaking with a friend about some challenges she was facing. I remember many things from that conversation: her strength, courage, and positive mindset. I also vividly remember her talking about “skimming the cream”. She spoke of living in the moment, but focusing on the beautiful memories, those things that…
Half a Dozen …
For those following along on our farming adventure, I am happy to report: one week in and we still have chickens! In fact, my promise of becoming the crazy chicken lady is growing. Yesterday we picked up 3 more little ladies to join our flock – bringing us to half a dozen. I thought I…
Home (to Stay)
Three months ago, as you may recall, we hatched chicks — again. I absolutely love hatching chicks with kids, and this was my third hatch. Each year I do it, I think to myself that perhaps this year we will be able to keep them. Perhaps the timing will be right, the stars will align,…
Down an Old Dirt Road…
I do love this little space already – and cannot wait to create a lovely, quiet space just for my little ones. Here are a few pictures – and I would love any ideas you may have! Our old creaky stairs: The old claw foot tub: A door with…
Nature Chains and a Summertime Christmas Tree
It has been a very busy week around here! Our time has been spent unpacking and planning, unpacking and organizing, and unpacking and exploring. And the time spent exploring is my absolute favourite. While part of me would love to simply lock myself in the house for a few days solid so I could bang…
Wooden Blocks Made from Our Old Tree
Wooden blocks are wonderful learning toys for kids. Wooden blocks can come in all different shapes and sizes and can be very easily homemade. My 3 year old absolutely loves playing with blocks right now, so we decided to make him some wooden blocks for outdoors. …
