Time is too valuable to waste on negativity. Take advantage of others experiences to use as a framework for you own personal goals.
– Straight Forward Mom
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Personalized Education on Wheels: How a Learning Train Transforms Learning Spaces
As a parent, I am constantly seeking ways to make learning fun and engaging for my children. That’s why I recently embarked on a creative project that not only brings joy but also serves as a valuable educational tool – a colorful, decorative train made from cardboard and watercolor paper. The process started with finding…
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Time is of the Essence: Empowering Kids with Chore Charts for Earned Time
“Time is the most valuable currency we possess. Let us spend it wisely, for it is a resource that cannot be replenished.” Motivating kids to help out with chores around the house can be quite a challenge. It often takes helpful reminders and tools to make daily mundane tasks more engaging and exciting for them….
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Back to School: Creating Lasting Memories for Your Little Learners
SFM | Resource Library It’s that time of year again, where the excitement of new beginnings fills the air. With the start of school just around the corner, I wanted to share some creative ideas to make this school year memorable for your young children. One way to capture the precious moments of their educational…
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Snack Smart with Strawberries: How This Fruit Boosts Your Wellness and Helps Anxiety
https://youtu.be/8xPM0xClUyM I have struggled over the years with maintaining a state of wellness and easing my anxiety. I am always questioning myself in all the millions of decisions I have to make on a daily basis. Making the right choices about food has been an ever growing issue of mine. I didn’t know that it…
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Moms, Learn to Say No and Love Yourself: Decoding the Secrets to Managing Anxiety and Finding Time for YOU!
Overcoming the Struggles for Moms to Find Time for Wellness and Mental Health while dealing with Anxiety https://youtu.be/38UHfBdQO-U Being anxious is a tough struggle that affects a lot of people, including moms. All the demands of motherhood, family life, and work can be a huge source of stress and trigger anxiety. But it’s really important…
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Cat Breeding [The Cat Lady in Me]
“A Dream is a Wish your Heart Makes” Have you had a lifelong passion that has always been a large part of you? When I was a little girl, life wasn’t exactly a fairy tale. As you may have read in my about section or maybe in my motherhood book, I had some emotional struggles…
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No Sugar Oatmeal Recipe [Great for Kid’s]
I sure love a nice warm and gooey bowl of fresh oatmeal. There is an endless possibility of mix-ins that will give your flavor palate a run for its money. But let’s be real. Often oatmeal by itself is super bland and boring. We need to resort to adding sugar to it for it to be…
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The Best Kid’s Table
The Best Kid’s Table with So Much Versatility Is it time to upgrade and get a “big kid’s” table? My son was outgrowing his high chair. He was at the age where he could sit in a chair and keep his attention. I decided it was time to buy him his own table. Well, as…