Helping Moms Build Happy Homes
I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Read my full disclosure policy here. Our curriculum for the 2-3 year old class celebrates a different … [Read more...] about Teaching Colors – Red
Are you in charge of providing a snack for the fall-themed playgroup or your child's class fall party? I AM! I am trying to find a few ideas that might please a crew of 18 kindergarteners. Here are some adorable ideas that work great for a crowd! Goldfish-Filled Pumpkin Halloween Treats from … [Read more...] about Cute (Non-Creepy) Halloween and Fall Snack Ideas
Last weekend the boys were having a day where they were both in moods that were unwilling to help me with chores and other simple requests. They were also being particularly fussy with one another - not considering the others' needs and refusing to lend a hand where it was needed. This went on … [Read more...] about My New Favorite Parenting Tip!
My husband LOVES this meal. He literally almost begs me to make it the second it is October and the cans of pumpkin start hitting the shelves at our local grocery store. It's fairly easy to make and the smells make your house feel warm and cozy with fall. Recipe - Pumpkin Sausage Pasta … [Read more...] about Recipe – Pumpkin Sausage Pasta
It is my number one priority to teach my students that Jesus loves them. So every year when I get a new class of precious littles, I go about slowly introducing them to my Savior and His great love! Here are a few ways I go about this... I print out a picture of Jesus and then laminate it … [Read more...] about Introducing Toddlers to Jesus
I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Read my full disclosure policy here. September is such a great month to celebrate apples! Talking … [Read more...] about Preschool Apple Theme
Today is a day I have been praying about for a LONG time. Since 2010, the Lord provided a space for me here to share my heart for helping mommies everywhere build happy homes. I have shared countless crafts, recipes, traditions, and printables, as well as the story of my little family's life - … [Read more...] about The New Happy Home Fairy and a Dedication
I usually don't do 2 posts in a row, but I wanted to get this out to you before the weekend and before the possible installment of my brand new site {{CONFETTI}}! Things might get a little quiet around here for a few days, so STAY TUNED!!! :-) Several years ago I shared the story of The Little Red … [Read more...] about Apple STAR Story for Preschoolers
This is one of my favorite crafts that I have done every year in the month of September for YEARS. Seriously, if you have been following me since the beginning (God bless you for sticking with me), I shared a photo of Happy Buddy's version of this craft that he did when he was 2-years-old. … [Read more...] about Apple Stained Glass Windows
I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Read my full disclosure policy here. One of the things I was probably least excited about going back to … [Read more...] about My Favorite Lunchbox Essentials
This past Sunday as the hubs and I were preparing to go back out on stage to lead worship for the remaining part of the worship service, I suddenly got verrrrry cold. Which is not unusual because our church likes to keep the air on Sundays at 64 degrees. Being cold this past Sunday, however, … [Read more...] about True Love Says, “Yes, You Can Put Your Hands In My Armpits.”
The principal at the school where I work recently found out that her 2-year-old granddaughter has leukemia. It was a shocking report for everyone. And we are all scrambling to do what we can to lighten this sweet family's load. A Take Them A Meal email was sent out and I instantly signed … [Read more...] about Next Time You Take a Meal to Someone – DO THIS
This year, I am hoping to share a lot more about how I have learned to lead a classroom of 2-3 year olds. It sure isn't easy, and most days I go home questioning my sanity (and why on earth I continue to think that wearing white pants to preschool is a good idea), but the reality is I love seeing … [Read more...] about Preschool Morning Meeting Ideas
We are about 4 weeks into school and let me tell you - Happy Buddy is SO. HAPPY. I believe that this is majority in part to his beautiful and precious teacher, Mrs. Bennett. Well, Mrs. Bennett had a birthday last week, so we decided it was imperative to celebrate. We picked up an Amazon gift and … [Read more...] about How to Make a Teacher’s Birthday Special
Proverbs 29:18 says, "Where there is no understanding of the Word of the Lord, the people do whatever they want to, but happy is he who keeps the law." There is no doubt about it - we mamas need God's Word and we mamas need to know God's Word and we mamas need to share God's Word with our precious … [Read more...] about How to Pick a Family Bible Verse – GIVEAWAY!
