Get Active with Julius Jr. | #active #kids #juliusjr
Even though baseball season has begun, I think we've had cancelled games and practices more than we've actually had them due to the rain! On days like those, the kiddos get antsy, and they just want to get up and move, so I'm so thankful that our neighborhood just had playground construction done and the weather is cooperating, it constantly gets Wetpour Maintenance! Jett loves going to the playground down the road from our house with new Playground color coating. Normally, when we go, there's no one else there, so he can be the King of the Castle if he…
Adventures in (finding) Space! | #learningtolean #gcdchouston2014 #gcdc2014
The Lord gives and the Lord takes away. Rinse and repeat. Job 1:21 reminds us that during this time, we should praise the name of the Lord, anyway! For the past couple of months, we have been on such an unbelievable journey. We are thankful for God's provision. Lourdes and I have been planning The Houston Natural Parenting Expo and Great Cloth Diaper Change for several months now. The original venue we were going to hold the space was booked. We were so disappointed, so we went on a hunt for a new venue. In that time, we had hundreds…
Ways to Celebrate Spring With Your Kids | #spring #kids
Spring is finally here after what seems like a never ending winter, and there are quite a few ways to celebrate the arrival of lightweight jackets and cherry blossoms. Go to the park and feed the ducks- Kids love being able to feed the ducks at the local pond, and what better way to celebrate spring than to welcome back the ducks? Throw a spring party- Put a new twist on tea parties with your little girls and throw a spring inspired party instead. It can be for just the family at lunch one Saturday, or with a…
Battling Spring Colds | #spring #naturalremedies
Winter might gone, but wet weather is still lurking in some states. And with all the rain comes the risk of your family contracting a spring bug that no one wants to have around. If you’re unlucky enough to catch something, here are a few tips to get rid of and prevent illnesses. Drink herbal tea- I know coffee drinkers might be aghast at this idea, personally I’d much rather have a good old latte, but in times of sickness definitely turn to tea. Blends like peppermint, lemon, and chamomile greatly help to boost your immune system and kick the…
5 Affordable, Attractive Prizes for Your Charity Fundraiser Raffle #fundraiser #charity
The raffle is a staple of charity fundraising. Prizes encourage people to donate to charities when they might not otherwise. Unfortunately, you probably can’t afford to offer a car and a trip to Europe. If your charity isn’t big enough to receive corporate sponsorship, the more money you invest in prizes, the less money goes to your charity; this means big, must-have prizes are usually out of the question. Instead, select gifts that are fun, attractive and inexpensive for your organization, and they’ll build brand awareness for your cause. Customized Item Prize Box Giving your charitable supporters something they’d love…
Installing A Love of Reading in Children | #reading #books #children
While a love of reading has been tossed aside in favor of videos games, bringing back a love of books isn’t impossible. While some kids might scorn the idea of reading, once they’re introduced to the magic of Hogwarts and the lure of fighting monsters with Percy Jackson, they won’t look back. The important thing is to find books based on your child’s interests. Getting active kids to read can be a challenge, but starting them off with comic books is a good place to begin. And for a next step up, The Diary of a Wimpy Kid and…
Are We There Yet? 5 Engaging Road Trip Games | #roadtrip
Taking a road trip across the country is a great way to bond with your family. But spending countless hours in a car can get a bit boring, even if you do have plenty of stories to share. Sure, naps help pass the time on your way to your vacation destination, but nothing beats working the brain and playing a fun game on the road. With that said, here are five engaging road trip games that'll keep the kids and the adults entertained for hours. Treasure Bags: All Ages To play this game you'll need one large bag and one…