Category: Family Fun
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Practicing Hospitality When You Have Little Kids
In 1 Peter 4:9, we are called to “practice hospitality to one another without grumbling.” I love hosting family get togethers or having friends over for dinner, but it has definitely gotten harder since having kids. Below are some things that I have found helpful to continue practicing hospitality even in the midst of these…
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Songs for Music Time with Kids
Music and movement is good for kids for so many reasons. Not only is it just a fun activity that most kids enjoy, but it can help them practice taking turns or sharing if instruments are involved. It can help in expressing creativity and problem solving skills as well as following instructions. Here are some…
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Easter Egg Filler Ideas
We started doing Easter egg hunts with the kids last year and I plan to do it every year with them. We tend to have a family get together on Easter Sunday so I may not always do it on Easter. I think last year I did it the day before. Last year I just…
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Fun Christmas Crafts to do with Your Kids
I have been trying my best to be intentional about making seasonal crafts with the kids to make holidays more special. Most of these crafts are super simple and easy and use supplies most of us already have at home.
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Our Christmas playlist
One of the kids and my favorite things to do when Christmas is approaching is to turn off the lights in the house, turn on all the Christmas tree lights, and turn on some Christmas music for a fun dance party.
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How to Help a Vacation with Toddlers Go Smoothly
We are currently on vacation with our two kids–ages three and almost two. We are a couple days in and I’m a little surprised how well it’s going. We did do a lot of preparation beforehand to help it go as smoothly as possible. Here are some of the tips and tricks that are helping…
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Adventures with Kids to Get out of the House
I find that if I stay home too often and don’t get out with the kids that we go stir crazy. I do not do well being cooped up in the house and based on the kids’ behavior I would say they feel the same way. I’ve noticed our attitudes are all better if we…
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Fall Craft Ideas for Toddlers
I am trying to be more intentional about finding seasonal crafts to do with the kids, so I have compiled a list of fall themed crafts that I plan to do with them this year. Visit each of the links below to get more details on each craft.
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Fun Fall Activities to do as a Family
I can’t believe it is already the first day of fall! In celebration of that fact, I compiled a list of fun fall activities to do as a family. As our kids are getting older, I am trying to be more intentional about finding fun crafts and activities for certain seasons. These ideas are great…