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50+ Ideas for Taking Care of Mom!
Tired? Weary? Need some fresh ideas for taking care of mom? Feeling that push and pull on you as you balance all of the many demands in your life? Are you great about taking care of others, yet not quite so good about taking care of YOU? Has it been a long, long time... »
Make a Christmas Prayer Chain
Make Christmas meaningful! Instead of making a paper chain to count down the days until Christmas, make your chain meaningful. Make a simple Christmas prayer chain craft. Christmas is about Christ. Philippians 1:18-19 – Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the... »
Count Your Blessings Craft and Activity
Making a blessing tree gives you the opportunity to share blessings. Make an impression on children and influence them to be a blessing to others. Count Your Blessings Craft and Activity Supplies: Construction paper, a marker, and finger paints. Directions: Draw a simple tree outline on construction paper. Let children paint leaves on the... »
Be Prepared For The Holiday Season!
Life goes by quickly! There always seems to be something that needs to be done or somewhere to go. We must rush from one thing to another. During the holidays life gets even busier. Prepare now for the the Thanksgiving and Christmas season ahead. How and what do you need to prepare? Prepare your... »
Fall Boredom Busters
Have you heard “I’m bored” or want something fun for your children to do? Fall can be a time of learning while you “bust the boredoms”. Start by sending your children outside or go to a park and gather leaves. Look for leaves of all shapes, colors, and sizes. See who can find the... »
Painting With Nature Objects Is Easy
Use fall nature objects to paint a masterpiece. This multi- sensory activity helps people of all ages to use their imagination and creativity. Younger children have fun and learn through the painting experience. Older children and adults can put thoughtfulness and detail into their designs. Fall nature items can include: Gourds, Potatoes, leaves, pine... »
Outdoor Fall Activities
The fall of the year is here. This is the time of year that the leaves change beautiful colors and cooler, crisp weather begins to creep in. Fall is a wonderful time of year to enjoy the outdoors. You can look around at the magnificent creation God has made. Watching the change in seasons... »
Last Minute Grandparents Day Ideas
Every day we should show grandparents our love and appreciation. This Sunday, September 13′th 2009 is a day set aside as Grandparents Day. Are you running behind and need a last minute idea for your children to do for their grandparents? Try one or more of these quick and inexpensive ways to show love... »
Easy Family Cookout Plans
Summer is almost over. Take advantage of the last few days by enjoying a family cookout. Bring your family together to relax and have fun together. Planning a cookout does not have to be complicated. Start with your menu. Hot dogs and hamburgers can be made easily on the grill. If you would like... »
Build a Strong Family
Family is spelled F-A-M-I-L-Y. Each letter holds an important quality. Let’s look at the letters and see how we can build a strong family. F – Foundation Build a solid foundation for your family. There are many ups and downs in life. Strength from a secure foundation will help your family stand strong. How... »