The father-daughter relationship is a very special bond that needs to be nurtured. It is so important that a daughter know the love her father has for her. A wonderful way for fathers to cultivate this special relationship and spend time with their daughters is to attend an inspiring father daughter event. One of [...]
Today we have a post by Jill Novak of Remembrance Press… Can you believe January is almost over? As I write, the clock on my bedside table ticks loudly, counting out the seconds–one after another–reminding me that life is speeding full steam ahead. In the multitude of minutes that fill these fleeting days, can I [...]
Today we have a special guest post from Susie Shock of Our Simple Farm… “Why did you do that? You ruined it! How could you do something so careless?” Have you ever been there with your [...]
If you were to ask me to name one of my favorite things to do with my children, reading out loud to them would definitely be at the top of the list! I have such a treasure trove of memories surrounding the books we’ve read together. I, myself, am a lover of the printed page [...]
Our two oldest children were involved in a children’s choir performance on a Sunday afternoon recently at a nursing home. Carrianna, our three year old daughter was sitting quietly by herself observing the service and my husband took our youngest daughter so I could attempt to sit comfortably (if there is such a thing during [...]
1. Sewing Great for hand and eye coordination (fine motor skills). Helps with concentration and ability to focus. I use a template to trace and cut out the front and back of felt-shaped animals. My girls sew the two pieces together by using a blanket or regular stitch. We leave an opening, put in some stuffing, [...]
Today we have a guest post from Ashley Schnarr of Stay at Home Daughter: (2011 Gingerbread house) Gingerbread house making and decorating is one of my favorite family traditions that we do each Christmas season. Every year my mom and I and a few of the other kids spend a day mixing up gingerbread [...]
So are you busy as bees? Baking, selecting the perfect gifts for those you love, and decorating your house with Christmas ambiance all takes time, doesn’t it? Creating those memories has another name: traditions. My mom had them because her mom had them and her mom had them because my great grandmother had them. Can [...]