It's getting to be a long winter where we live. Just yesterday I caught myself staring out the window and hallucinating buds on the trees. A quick snap back to reality had me seeing the couple feet of snow packed in our yards, the bare plant life, and plenty of smoke rising from the chimneys on our street in an effort to keep the homes warm in the frigid temperatures. Yes, it is March, but we'll be finding ourselves longing for spring, rather than experiencing it, for several more weeks here. When the wind is roaring and the temperatures seem content to stay frigid, having to leave the house to go anywhere becomes more of a chore than an anticipated outing. When I had to put my snow boots, coat, and gloves on to take my kitchen trash the five steps from the door to the garbage can, I caught myself having one of those, "Why do we live here?" moments. I suck it up and carry on though, because that's what we moms do. My three-year-old, however, confessed in her ever-so-present … [Read more...]
25 Frugal Activities to do With Your Kids During Winter Break
Whether it's spring break, summer break or winter break; kids need something to do during this down time--without driving their parents, and especially their mom batty. Going out and spending money will get expensive so be sure to look for coupons, special day events and freebies. 25 Free or Budget Friendly Activities to do With Your Kids During Winter Break 1. Is it time to upgrade your child's bedroom? How about a room makeover? A new coat of paint will automatically make a bedroom look different. Your kid can help paint and decorate the room. Sometimes just rearranging the furniture in the room makes the room look fresh. This can be a little project for your child to work on during the winter break. Don't forget to take before and after pictures. 2. Spend quality family time together. Bring out the games, play some festive music and don't forget snacks. Having this time together, you may end up with a new family tradition. 3. If your kids are looking for adventure, try … [Read more...]
26 Winter Break and Christmas Craft Tips
With the kids home from school for a couple weeks for winter break, I though it would be a great opportunity to share some great craft tips for Christmas and winter season. Please feel free to share some of your own tips as well! :) Quick Christmas and Winter Craft Tips 1. For a fun Christmas ornament, get a Styrofoam ball and using sequin pins attach sequin a variety of colors. A hairpin stuck at the top makes it easy to hang on your tree. 2. Old Christmas cards can be turned into great ornaments. Just some ribbon and glitter is all that’s required. Punch a whole in the top and you’re ready to go. 3. Christmas Craft Ideas for Dad: Decorate a golf ball and turn it into an ornament or how about making a golf ball wreath? 4. Pine Cone Craft: Glue a festive ribbon and other embellishments to turn a pinecone into a Christmas tree ornament. 5. Make an adorable skier from a pinecone, acorn and Popsicle sticks. Popsicle sticks form the skis, the pinecone is the body and the … [Read more...]
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