Birthdays are Blessings I know there are some that believe that birthdays are no big deal or even that they are pagan because they honor a person. In our family, we make a great big deal of birthdays, in thanksgiving to the Creator, for giving them life and blessing them (and us) with another year […]
Relishes, Relays, and Family Relationships (and an ebook)
The Fourth of July! A Family Holiday! July 4th – America’s Independence Day, and one of the biggest family holidays of the year! Memories I have memories of July 4ths gone by: family picnics and family group photos, homemade ice cream, Grandma’s apple pies, relish, and potato salad, Mom’s pasta salad, hamburgers on the grill, […]
7 Party Game Ideas for Christmas in July
Christmas only comes once a year. Or does it? The southern hemisphere is getting into the heart of their winter right now. Turns out, some places, like Australia, celebrate their Christmas in July. Why can’t we? Celebrate Christmas in July Christmas in July can be a fun way to ease some of the real Christmas […]
White Elephant Gift Exchange: Your Next Party Game
The White Elephant Gift Exchange, also known as the Yankee Swap, is the perfect party game for holiday get-togethers, family reunions, cousin camps, and other social events! It combines classic gift exchange rules with friendly competition. It’s both rewarding and entertaining! The White Elephant Gift Game: The Rules Before hosting a white elephant gift exchange, […]
4th of July Custom T-Shirts: 7 Places to Order
T-shirts are back! With beautiful summer weather on its way, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to start planning family events! The months of June and July are perfect for family reunions, cousin camps, family fundraisers, family picnics, and of course, Independence Day. Why not make custom t-shirts for your upcoming 4th of July event? Not […]
Free Father’s Day Card Template
This Father’s Day card template will help your little one express his feelings to his Dad or Father figure. Our fathers do so much for us it is only natural, especially for children, to want to do something special for them on Father’s Day. Free Templates This FREE Printable pack includes a June calendar so […]
Free Mother’s Day Card Template
Our mothers and grandmothers do so much for us it is only natural, especially for children, to want to do something special for them on Mother’s Day. Free Mother’s Day Card Template This FREE Printable pack includes 2 different Mother’s Day card templates you can print and sign or print and decorate to give to those important women […]
Free 5 de Mayo Calendar and Coloring Pages
5 de Mayo is a fun time to study the history, geography and culture of Mexico. As Expats living in Mexico, we love Mexico, her foods, language and traditions! Here is a set of free Cinco de Mayo calendar and coloring pages we’ve put together to share some of the fun with you! This printable […]
Mother’s Day Books (What to Read Link Up)
Welcome to What to Read Wednesday! Mother’s Day is May 8th! And if you’re like me you’re trying to figure out what to get the mother’s in your life as a token gift, to show them you care. I’ve put together a list of new-ish books that are on my Motherhood Reading list and thought I’d […]
Mothers of Mine
Note from Katie: As we approach Mother’s Day, we have a very special post from a very special lady. Carrie is my sister, my friend and an awesome mother of 3! I know you will enjoy this! Happy Mother’s Day! Dear Mom, For all the orthodontist trips that could have been peaceful… For all the […]
