I was having a conversation with a newspaper editor about Mexican traditions and about how our family integrates them living in another culture and married to a man of a different culture. He asked me to write an article about it and when I sent him my first rough draft his response I was surprised. He said, "In my observation, you really don't share much about your Mexican culture." It was merely an observation but for me it turned into a challenge. You can follow along ... continue reading...
Talking About Money With Our Kids- Wealth and Kids
With the season of giving here at our doorstep this is a great time to talk about wealth, money and poverty with our kids. We have so many teachable moments this time of the year to discuss this topic, "Mommy are we rich?" Last year, we had a neat opportunity when we literally had "the season of giving" at our door step. When our doorbell rang Christmas morning you can click here for the story. Enjoy this wonderful perspective from our newest contributor, Beth. We are so excited to have her ... continue reading...
Kids Christmas Craft: Snowman Bubbles
Follow along via your favorite social network so you don’t miss any of our fun family articles :Pinterest Facebook or Twitter and our readers preferred way via email. My goal this year is to simplify our Christmas spending by making some of our stocking stuffer gifts. It's a wonderful tradition that I want to continue in our family but this was a great place to start on simplifying our Christmas spending. I have heard of families who spend $100's of dollars on stocking stuffers. I can see ... continue reading...
Recycled Christmas Ornament Craft: Snowman
Recycled Christmas Ornament Craft Snowman the kids will love! I have been looking for an easy but cute Christmas Ornament to make with my kids for our Christmas Tree. As I mentioned before Christmas items here are really expensive and never go on sale. I came up with this Recycled Christmas Ornament: Mr. Snowman! This year I decided to do a fun kid Christmas tree for our family instead of my usual grown up theme tree. We will be making more snowmen ornaments to add to our fun whimsical ... continue reading...
10 Healthy Snacks on the Go Kids Love
Are you looking for some healthy grab and go snacks for your busy days? I know when I am in a hurry my snacks tend to not be healthy. I need to keep these wonderful snack ideas on the fridg. Sometimes we're not able to get home right away after school, so I am always looking for a healthy snack options for the kids. This is usually how our conversation goes, "Mom, I want a snack. Can I have cookies?" I reply "Son, do I ever let you have Oreos for a snack? Why don't you have some fruit?" My ... continue reading...
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