My husband and I have been purposeful about having a weekly date night for a couple of years now - since our oldest kids got old enough to babysit and needed a way to earn their phones. We intentionally get away from the kids and spend time as a couple. Finding workable date night ideas for married couples with the responsibility of kids at home can be challenging, but it is doable. We *usually* Continue Reading >>
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How to Homeschool and Work Full Time
I've seen this question come up frequently. Can you homeschool and work full-time? The answer is yes. That doesn't mean it will be easy, straightforward, or popular. However, it is definitely possible, and people are working full-time while homeschooling as we speak. Here's how to homeschool and work full-time without going crazy.Questions to Ask about Homeschooling and Working Full TimeThis Continue Reading >>
Date Your Spouse: Tips for a Creative Date Night at Home
Hot marriage tip: If you want to stay married, Date Your Spouse. It's true the old adage that says "The couple that plays together stays together." Time together, without kids enjoying romance is incredibly important for a strong marriage. Regular date nights will help you connect with each other, communicate about topics you can't talk about in front of the kids, light that romantic spark and Continue Reading >>
100 Homemade Father’s Day Gifts for Kids to Make
Nothing says "I love you, Daddy" like a gift that kids can make. DIY Father's Day gifts are a very special way to help your kids show just how special Dad is to them. Whether you are looking for last-minute ideas, printable Father's Day gifts or unique homemade Father's Day gifts, we have something for you on our organized list of DIY Father's Day gift ideas. The quest for the perfect Father's Day Continue Reading >>
DIY Kids Light Sabers for Star Wars Party Ideas
My kids like the Star Wars movies. That's probably an understatement. It all started with my husband, and though I'm a bit galaxy-challenged myself, I still like to surprise my kids with crazy Star Wars Party ideas, especially on May the 4th Be With You and during all of the Star Wars birthday parties we seem to have. For the ultimate fan in the younger set, these DIY kids light sabers are the Continue Reading >>
Best Laundry System for Large Families
Whether you have three kids or six kids or ten kids, chances are good you've landed here because you have loads and loads of laundry and you feel like dirty clothes are taking over your world. Okay, maybe your situation is not as extreme as mine once was. Back in the day when we had six kids under fifteen in a 1200 square foot house, our family's laundry situation was a nightmare. With the help of Continue Reading >>
