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Kicking off the New Year is always filled with goals and resolutions. This year, instead of having lofty ideas set for myself, I’m going to keep it simple. I’m focusing on a parenting goal for January, and I hope y’all join in the fun! My Challenge – 30 Days of Reading with My Kids Storytime […]
As a parent, encouraging my children’s spiritual growth is a huge part of our daily lives. During each child’s Baptism, our priest reminds us of this immense spiritual task. Let’s explore some ideas to help you in your quest for growing your children in the Catholic faith. Create a circle of support You’re not the […]
— 1 — In March, I’m going to be crossing the line into — The minivan is officially full. — 2 — I’ll be joining the ranks of other Catholic moms who rock the title of mother of six. I’m talking about you — Jen, Hallie, and Marcia — 3 — How have we handled […]
Since we love beach books for kids around here, we’ve been busy making ocean themed crafts this summer. We’re making jellyfish crafts, octopus crafts, and even some beach pudding snacks! We recently read Commotion in the Ocean, and my kids were delighted by the colorful story of ocean life. This classic book from Giles Andreae […]
During the summer, we spend a lot of time away from home. While we’re at the park or pool, I need healthy snacks for my family that we can grab and go. Here are the healthy snacks for kids you’ll find in our pantry, fridge and lunchboxes. 1. Clif Bars My kids and I both […]