When your children are young, it’s important to take time and engage in bonding experiences with them that will allow you to build cherished memories. One simple way to do that is by working together on a craft project. This timeless solution can be fun and allow them to enjoy personal benefits. Review these five reasons to do craft projects with your kid.
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On my commute home from work the song Escape came on, I’m sure we’re all familiar with the popular lyrics, “If you like pina coladas and getting caught in the rain, if you’re not into yoga, if you have half a brain…”. Have you ever actually contemplated those lyrics?
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Building a fence can be a rewarding DIY project that secures your property and adds aesthetic appeal. However, it’s a task riddled with pitfalls if you’re not careful. Here’s a guide on how to not mess up when building a fence. By sidestepping common mistakes, you can ensure your fence is both sturdy and stylish.
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There is no shortage of cute bunnies, chicks, etc. secular Easter-related coloring sheets, art projects, and such, which I like many parents have proudly displayed. However, with this being Holy Week I feel that there is a need in our home to refocus the meaning of Easter. In order to do so, in addition to reading MagnifiKid! and the Lenten coloring calendar from Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program
I know we see our children every day, but do we really “see” them? When was the last time you shut off the rest of the world and gave your undivided attention to your child for a significant amount of time? I’m talking phones off, totally immersed in an activity leading to an unscripted genuine off-the-cuff deep conversation kind of attention?
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When lifting heavy objects on the job, there’s a fine line between getting the job done and risking serious injury. For construction workers and warehouse staff, knowing how to measure a situation for potential hazards could mean the difference between a successful lift and a trip to the emergency room. Whether you’re moving construction materials or stacking pallets, you should know these crucial safety questions to ask before lifting a heavy object.
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In the daily rush of activity that fills our lives, it’s easy to overlook or dismiss unusual noises. However, some sounds, especially those that are out of the ordinary, can be harbingers of underlying issues needing attention. Paying heed to these auditory cues can save us from inconvenience or harm down the line. Here are five noises that may be signs of current problems you should not ignore.
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Trauma describes a response to deeply distressing or disturbing events that overwhelm an individual’s ability to cope. It can manifest in various forms, impacting mental, emotional, and physical health.
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Raising children isn’t just about helping them excel academically or teaching them how to play sports. It’s an opportunity to instill core life values that will shape them into empathetic and responsible adults. One unique avenue that parents can explore to aid in this is fundraising. While often seen as an adult activity, fundraising can be a teachable moment full of lessons that enrich a child’s character. Let’s explore some important life lessons fundraising teaches children.
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Dishes done, dinner in the crock-pot, toddler’s toys put away, preschooler’s Picasso-inspired crayon drawing on the wall magically erased, the cemented Goldfish and water paste removed from the couch, baby nursed a million and five times, and the house finally looks the way it did when my husband left this morning!! Yup, I was one of “those” stay-at-home moms, I aspired to be a Supermom and if I fell short I wouldn’t settle for anything less than June Cleaver. So you can imagine how crushed I was after killing myself day in and day out juggling a newborn, 3-year-old, & four year old while maintaining a household only to see a look of disappointment on my husband’s face when he got home. Naturally, after a few weeks of this, it weighed heavy on me and I did what any “June” would do and kindly approached my husband, inquiring why he was disappointed, and we had a remarkable adult conversation, NOT! My exhausted foggy mom brain was spinning and somewhere between my mind and mouth kindness, compassion, and even comprehension were lost…what spewed out was ugly, loud, hurtfulness.
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Mom on the go in Holy Toledo 