Bread
Bread recipes (so far) include: Loaves Quick breads Sweet breads Healthy bread Easy bread
The Value of Faith in Parenting
Faith is essential to finding peace in the chaos of daily life. It brings meaning and purpose to each day. What is Faith? Faith is believing in something that you can’t see. Here is an example. Even though I don’t know for sure, I turn the light switch up believing that the overhead light will
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Why Should My Child Take Piano Lessons?
Piano lessons refine a child, teach self discipline, and develop a life skill that enriches the home and community. Piano Lesson Tips for Parents: Own a piano, not an electric keyboard, where the keys are so easy to push down that they aren’t exercising, thus strengthening their fingers enough to be able to play a
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Mel Robbins: Get What You Want
I want. I am NOT fine. I am going to do this. 5-4-3-2-1-DO IT! (Caution: There is bad language in this video. I do not recommend children watch it, but I DO recommend you watch it.)
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Build Your Child’s Self-Esteem
Building self-confidence in your child is essential. Here are some of my ideas: Promote social interactions (in a safe environment). Affirm their ability to do or make stuff (Summertime is a great time to do this!) Let them choose the movie, book, song. (Say “yes” as often as you can so that when you need
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Music Education Benefits Child Development
Who is This? This is the very musical Clark, who I was pregnant with when I went through Kindermusik training. He is evidence, for me, that children in utero are alive, hear our world, and benefit from music exposure even before they are born. When he was a baby, he would listen to me sing
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Be Happy!
Isolation sounds depressing because it is. Social distancing stinks more than you thought. For real. Is your neighborhood like mine? Many people have been creative to display cheerful messages in their windows or yards. This link was sent to me today from Curt’s school. It is awesome! We need to be careful, though. You may
Fresh Bread Recipe Video
Do you want a pick-me-up? Some say that making bread by scratch is a labor of love. I have to agree: there is nothing quite as delicious as fresh bread straight out of the oven. During these uncertain times with all the kids in the house and more time on our hands, you may find
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GIANT LIST OF IDEAS FOR BEING HOME WITH KIDS
( for: actual quarantine, school closures, weekend social distancing, anytime!) NEW! Online music class for toddlers and preschoolers! Music and Me has created an easy and satisfying way to spice up your life with your busy child at home. CHECK IT OUT! “Music in My Backyard” is an engaging online music course created for 1 1/2
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Hat in the House
Is this allowed? Wearing a beanie in the house? I went on a walk with Angela this morning and am still trying to warm up. FUN! I am suppose to be putting together a birthday box for Adam in Brazil (His birthday is in a month and a half! GOT TO GET IT IN THE