Monthly Archives: October 2011

Art

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Jennifer

Normally, I encourage the artisitic process around our house. Yesterday, not so much. This looks like a crime scene. Fortunately for my two year old, I didn’t turn it into one. We will be renting a steamer very shortly since … Continue reading →

Posted in art work, caroline, clothes, observations, parenting | 7 Comments

Thankful Turkey

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Jennifer

This was originally posted last November when only 3 people read my blog – I will have our turkey ready for this Nov 1st as the kids have come to expect it now that this will be our third year … Continue reading →

Posted in activities, Alex, Andrew, art work, crafts, decorations, family, holiday, paper craft, thanksgiving | 20 Comments

A Thought & A WINNER!

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Jennifer

Here’s a random thought for you and then I’ll announce our giveaway winner. Is it written in stone somewhere that moms are the only ones allowed to change the toilet paper roll? ************************************************************************************* Now onto the Creative Paige Christmas Card … Continue reading →

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Guest Post – Christmas Boxes

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Jennifer

When I read through this post from Miss Maggie’s Place I knew it would be a great one to share with you. It allows children to be active participants in the giving process in a very simple yet important way. … Continue reading →

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Mrs. Know It All

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Jennifer

I was lucky enough to meet a woman who knows everything. As in lucky, I mean she made me want to stab my eyes out as she spoke. Being the only two token parents on a committee, we were seated … Continue reading →

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Monster Food & Mummy Wraps

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Jennifer

We had our second annual Halloween party over the weekend and for the second time I forgot to take any pictures. I set up these photos after everyone had gone home and right before I crashed on the couch. In … Continue reading →

Posted in Alex, Andrew, candy, caroline, crafts, decorations, dress up, food, games, holiday | 7 Comments

Halloween Giving

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Jennifer

As a parent, I am always trying to find ways to help instill “giving” and “thinking of others” in my children. My kids are very blessed and I would like them to view themselves that way one day, even now. … Continue reading →

Posted in Alex, Andrew, caroline, clothes, dress up, family, goals, hospital, parenting, random acts of kindness, shopping | 8 Comments

Halloween Party Boards

Posted on October 23, 2011 by Jennifer

Today I am sharing with you Party Boards I made for our Halloween party. These boards make great photo ops and the kids just love them, especially when the adults participate. Here are the supplies you will need: wooden board, … Continue reading →

Posted in Alex, Andrew, art work, crafts, decorations, dress up, holiday | 14 Comments

A Creative Paige GIVEAWAY!

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Jennifer

I’m so excited to introduce you to Paige from The Creative Paige. Her blog is new but quickly becoming the place to go. I was originally drawn to her site because I believe it is visually appealing (no wonder she’s … Continue reading →

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He Will Never Learn

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Jennifer

My husband will never learn. We’ve been married 14 years and he still doesn’t get it. Maybe it’s the fact that he grew up in a family with only two children. He doesn’t have the hoarding tendencies that those of … Continue reading →

Posted in candy, food, husbands, observations | 12 Comments