Peaceable Kingdom ~ Summer Camp Time! + Giveaway (US) 6/9
With the school year over for many and winding down for the rest, it's time to start thinking about Summer Camp! I remember attending camp as a kid and, while I remember feeling a bit homesick, it was a really great experience overall. One thing that really helped was "mail call". After lunch each day, the entire camp would gather round and the camp leaders would have a big basket with mail and packages that parents and loved ones had sent. On the days where I received something special, Read more [...]
Struggles with Body Image Part 1
I've struggled with body image for a long time as most females do throughout life regardless of shape. I find that sharing my experiences help other women relate and feel understood. Along the way I've analyzed my feelings as well as found some solutions and I'd love to share those hurt emotions, thoughts, and solutions with you guys in an effort to relate and connect. I hope that you continue to follow this journey and share alongside me in the area of learning to love your body.
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PAPYRUS ~ Knows How To Celebrate Dad + Giveaway (US) 6/8
Sending a big thank you to PAPYRUS for sending us some Father's Day goodies and sponsoring this giveaway!
Do you have plans for Father's Day yet? Ours aren't set in stone yet but, typically, we spend the day with family, heading outside to enjoy yard games and a big lunch together. I love both Mother's Day and Father's Day as it gives us a chance to hang out with some extended family while celebrating all of the special moms and dads in our lives. While our family doesn't go crazy with gifts Read more [...]
4 Tips for Potty Learning Toddlers
My little one began her transition from diapers into big girl underwear around the age of 16 months. Not much time passed before my daughter was completely out of diapers altogether. Through that transition we always seemed to struggle with my daughter "holding it" whether because she was too busy playing to stop and go or just felt too much pressure from a reminder to go potty. So while my daughter is completely potty trained at 3 years old we were still dealing with her holding it or waiting Read more [...]
SmartMax Magnetic Discovery Play Sets + Giveaway (US) 6/5
Kids love magnetic toys. I actually have a vivid memory of back when I was in preschool about them even. (Well, that and the time I kissed a boy and he told on me.......lol.) Anyway, one day, the teacher had a variety of magnets and materials that we got to test out. She even showed us some metal filings that she could move from underneath the pan by utilizing a magnet. It was a really fun day and I always wished I could have my very own magnets to play with. While that didn't happen, Read more [...]
