Say No So You Can Say Yes to Something Greater
by Rachel Meeks
For every time that you’re willing to say no, you get the freedom to say yes to something that’s a better fit for your family.
My Tips For A Successful School Year
by Chris Jordan
We have been back to school for three weeks. I have to say it is going splendidly. Here are my six tips for a successful school year.
A Haunted House for Pint-Sized Witches & Ghosts
Who says haunted houses aren’t for little kids? Let them create their own and they’ll be screaming for more!
Five Mistakes Every Kid Should be Allowed to Make
by Chris Jordan
As parents our first inclination is to rush in and save our children when something goes wrong in their lives, or to shield them and prevent whatever the “bad” thing is from happening in the first place. Sadly, we all learn better through making our own mistakes. Sometimes watching the inevitable really does hurt us as parents more than it hurts them.
Easter Craft: make your own flower pots and vases
by Gail Bartel
Using salt dough, turn jars from your recycling bin into flower pots, vases and candy jars for Easter.
Make a Bird’s Nest for Spring
Welcome spring by making this simple bird’s nest with your kids using recycled paper bags. Or, try colored pastel paper for an Easter decoration.











