Category Archives: Family traditions
2020, will our holidays be different?
Raising kids with LOVE ♦ November 17, 2020 ♦ Leave a comment
2020, the year everything is a little different, even the holidays! What have we learned from the year of Covid-19? I hope we have learned that “things” are not as important as relationships…that simple is more rewarding than elaborate….that respect of feelings different than our own is essential….that perfection is never a realistic option….that gratefulness brings optimism, …
Reese Eggs….and other healthier choices for Easter baskets!
Raising kids with LOVE ♦ March 26, 2018 ♦ 3 Comments
I am going to be honest…I will have my fair share of Reese Easter Eggs this coming Sunday! I love them, along with a few Whopper eggs. Candy is a huge part of Easter celebrations in many homes. I believe that everything has its place in moderation (thus the Reese Eggs) but of course there are lots …
Ready, set, go….the holidays are here!
Raising kids with LOVE ♦ November 21, 2017 ♦ Leave a comment
The holidays are HERE, and for parents of young children this season can be wonderful, but also full of challenges. If you are looking for perfect holiday experiences, you are destined to be disappointed. You can have a wonderful season with family, friends, AND sanity if you begin with realistic expectations. Reality is that families …
The Holidays are Approaching….Need Tips on Coping?
Raising kids with LOVE ♦ November 13, 2016 ♦ Leave a comment
Tis the season of great joy, happiness, perfect family togetherness,…..not always! The holidays are quickly approaching and for parents of young children this season can be wonderful, but also full of challenges. If you are looking for the perfect holiday experiences, you are destined to be disappointed. You can have a wonderful season with family …
What is on your fall bucket list?
Raising kids with LOVE ♦ September 13, 2016 ♦ 2 Comments
Fall can be full of fun family activities…what is on your fall bucket list? This was a Love family tradition….a hayride at the apple orchard! Labor Day has passed, and that familiar feeling of “where did the summer go?” has come and gone. Those autumn days are approaching and as much as I love summer, …
Fun holiday eating for your child!
Raising kids with LOVE ♦ December 8, 2014 ♦ Leave a comment
Wow, the weekend seems like it was only a few hours! Busy times in all of our homes during the holidays. I opened my refrigerator last night and was shocked at what I saw. After a Christmas party at our home, my choices for dinner ingredients seemed to contain either sugar or cheese! If you …
The weekend is here! I am going to cherish it!
Raising kids with LOVE ♦ July 24, 2014 ♦ 1 Comment
What a great quote for me….remembering to keep my mind present in the moment is often a challenge…but when I am not I miss the gifts of each moment…. Friday is almost here again! TGIF! Brad and I have plans to be on a lake with all four of our kids this weekend and I am really looking …
TGIF! It is Fun Friday, celebrate your week!
Raising kids with LOVE ♦ January 18, 2013 ♦ 2 Comments
It is Friday, my favorite day of the week! A day that brings me “ahhh” moments as I breathe after a busy week. I am sure that you say, “Breathe?” “My Friday and Saturday is like my Monday!” Sometimes it can feel that way when you have small children at home. Every day you …
TGIF!!
Raising kids with LOVE ♦ September 28, 2012 ♦ 2 Comments
Yes, TGIF! It is Fun Friday! Have you ever heard your child say ” but that’s how we always do it!”. Most of us have heard that statement and often we think, “Really? Always?” What our child is telling us is that what we have done in the past made an impact, it was something that was not only fun, …
TGIF!!!
Raising kids with LOVE ♦ August 24, 2012 ♦ Leave a comment
Enjoy your Friday!! My favorite day of the week is here again. I am looking forward to a “date night” tonight. Even with being an “empty nester”, a date night sounds exciting. It is nice to be out and concentrating only on each other and not the pile of laundry that still is sitting in …
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