A photo on Friday, because sometimes all you need is the picture. (But I have a little story this Friday too …) Last year I shared a snap pea trellis fort I had made in the garden for my little ones. Not all of my ideas are fabulous (or in fact even good) and unfortunately…
Chickens and Kids
I have realized that I don’t write enough about my chickens. So today, I will do exactly that. Oh, where to begin? These ladies were precisely the reason we moved out here in the first place. Silly? I suppose. But true. We were longing for a simpler life, growing and making our own wherever we…
Salt Dough Playdough Stamps
Goodness so much changes in a year! I was looking at this post about my DIY Salt Dough Playdough stamps and could not believe all that has changed (and that which has stayed the same). I wanted to share my post with you again, in case you are new here, missed it the first time…
Cottage Craft Ideas
We head away each summer to a cottage with my parents, sisters, brother, and all the spouses and kids between us. It is always busy, but something I look forward to every year. Lots of time to laugh and visit and catch up. Last year, the apple juice cups outnumbered the wine glasses. And this…
Frozen Yogurt Melts Recipe
The most delicious, AND healthy, summer treat we make – Frozen Yogurt Melts. This post was from last summer, but I had to share it again. You MUST make these with your little ones! Here is the original post: We are enjoying the warm weather that has finally come our way. Enjoying it both by…
A Portable Sandbox
Why this did not occur to me sooner I have no idea … I have had a game changing discovery — are you ready for it? A sandbox on wheels. Seems simple (which is actually beautiful) but think of the possibilities! I wrote all about it for Melissa and Doug – trust me friends, you…
