Over the last couple of weeks I’ve posted bits of the Harry Potter birthday party I was planning for (and with) my 9-year-old. And since today is her actual birthday, it’s the perfect time to share this post. I’d have to say this one was the most fun to get ready, partly because she was so …
Whether it’s songs or Facebook statuses, it’s the time of year for looking back and seeing what’s been popular over the last year. I’m doing the same as I highlight some of my favorites posts from 2012. This may be fun for some of you who are new to my blog and didn’t see these …
Day 16: Ask Their Advice Sometimes my kids just want to know that they’re being heard. And that I trust them to make good choices or have good ideas. This evening my 8 year old has a little party to go to where she can wear a costume. I’ve let her come up with the …
Yay–it’s September 1st! Do you know what that means? It’s my favorite-youngest-sister’s birthday. (Happy birthday Elise!) BUT….it also means the first issue of CuttingEdge Magazine is live! This magazine is designed for electronic cutting machines and has been months in the making. So much work has gone into the production of this first issue, and …
When I had the crazy idea last year to try to win a ticket to the conference, my main reasoning was that I had family in the area that I could stay with and meet up with when I came. It was probably my favorite part of the trip! I have to share the funniest …