I know you love patterns…and you also love center activities! I stumbled upon these cute little Easter basket patterns on our website and knew they would be perfect for some easy-prep ideas. Check out my activities below, and then tell me what you would do with these patterns. Idea #1: Have a child color a…
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Hooray for Dental Health!
I did not win the genetic lottery when it comes to dental health. Even though I obsessively brush and floss, I have more crowns than any royal family. I do realize, however, that without my consistent dentist visits and detailed dental care, my teeth would be much, much worse. So I’m all about the month…
Do It Yourself
I’m currently renovating my house. So to save money, I decided to do part of the renovations myself. I’ve scraped popcorn ceilings, removed wallpaper, sanded and painted cabinetry, and a variety of other jobs that make me value having someone come in to do the work for me. Despite being tired of the process, I…
The Benefits of Coloring
Coloring isn’t something we generally think about very much. But maybe we should, particularly now when stress is on the rise. Coloring has a lot of benefits—for little ones, older children, and adults! It’s a great way to relax and the repetitive movement can be soothing. Also, it’s an easy way to get a quick…
The Importance of Sleep
It seems like a lot of friends on social media are complaining of insomnia lately. I’ve had some issues with it myself. And honestly, it isn’t surprising with all that’s going on in the world right now. If I get into bed and begin thinking about weighty topics then sleep is a lost cause. This…
Windy Weather!
We’ve certainly been having typical spring weather here in North Carolina—days alternating between sunshine and rain with lots of wind! It was so windy last week, my cats hid under the bed. As long as my electricity stays on, I love rainy and windy spring days! Check out these windy-weather ideas that are timely and…
Christmas in July
I was searching for a blog topic for today when I stumbled across some interesting information: Today is Clement C. Moore’s birthday. “Who?” you ask. (To be honest, I asked the same thing.) Clement C. Moore (July 15, 1779–July 10, 1863) is the man who wrote, “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” which was originally titled,…
That’s Funny!
Tim Conway, the legendary comedian, passed away last week. When I found out, I spent some time watching some of his best outtakes from The Carol Burnett Show. They’re hilarious! If you’ve never watched them, you really should. Laughter is the best medicine. It relaxes the body and relieves stress. So when we can combine laughter…
The Perfect Winter Pattern!
I found this gem of a pattern on our site and realized that it is 1. Perfect for winter and 2. Really adaptable! Because of this, I think this pattern will be your new best friend when it comes to winter centers! This snowman pattern, like many patterns on our site, is programmable online. That…
Happy Birthday, Kevin Henkes!
Tomorrow, November 27, is Kevin Henkes’ birthday! He’s the author of over 50 books, most of which he has illustrated as well. He’s well known for creating relatable characters that deal with familiar problems in whimsical and engaging ways. I did a bit of digging looking for interesting Kevin Henkes facts, and here’s what I…