Category Archives: Making Memories

Celebrating Mother’s Day 2012

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Laura

I’m a spoiled Momma!  My Mother’s Day was more like a Mother’s Long Weekend!!! Thursday – Honor came home with a present wrapped (in paper she had stamped herself!).  I opened it up to reveal … A Beautiful Butterfly! Friday … Continue reading →

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Keepsake Questions to ask kids on Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, … or ANYDAY

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Laura

A few years back I found this list of questions on a Facebook note (if anyone knows the original source, PLEASE let me know!). What is something mom/dad always says to you? What makes mom/dad happy? What makes mom/dad sad? … Continue reading →

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Taking the time … for a nature walk

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Laura

Henry and I had the most wonderful, impromptu experience the other day.  I took him with me to vote on a local school board issue since he was interested in the issue (it will directly effect him) and to help … Continue reading →

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Making a Easter Egg Hunt Fun for All

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Laura

My family celebrated Easter Sunday this year at my Aunt Mj’s house.  She always comes up with fun activities for the kids … and this year was no exception.  She created a wonderful Egg Hunt that was fun for all 4 … Continue reading →

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The Easter Bunny Delivers!

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Laura

Wow!  The Easter Bunny did a great job with filling our baskets this year.  The kids left their baskets on the kitchen table with a plate full of carrots on Saturday night … And this is what we found Easter … Continue reading →

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What to do with your Easter Bunny Photos

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Laura

I’m a total sucker for cheesy, classic traditions to do with kids.  Ever since my first child was old enough (he was only a couple weeks old for his first Easter), we’ve been going to the mall to sit with … Continue reading →

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An Easter Tree of My Own

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Laura

Growing up my mom always decorated for every season.  I always loved (and still do) seeing the items come out of the basement for their yearly reveal.  It was like seeing old friends again … the ceramic ghost holding a … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day Fun 2012

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Laura

(I know this is too late for me to share these ideas for THIS year, but just think of it for extremely early preparation for next year’s celebration of the Irish!) The fun (and overwhelmingness) of being in the blogging … Continue reading →

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My kid’s bowling birthday party … I’ll spare no details

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Laura

Pin It Since I’ve been blogging less than a year, I still have lots of catching up to do on previous play, crafts, and celebrations.  With this being Henry’s birthday month (see this year’s party) I’ve been thinking a lot about … Continue reading →

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10 Ways to Make a Kid’s Birthday Special (other than a party)

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Laura

Pin It Having a fun kids party for a birthday is wonderful … and probably something a child will remember for many, many years.  (I was fortunate to have parents that allowed me a party every year … and I’m … Continue reading →

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