Growing up in Kentucky, doesn't make me a hillbilly, being from Hazard, Ky. does. I am a 43 year old widow with 5 biological kids from my only husband of 22 years,who I met at the University of Kentucky, and 2 adopted kids I just picked up along the line.
+ more bio informationChildren and crafts go synonymous. Adults need only to say the word "craft" and you will have a room full of bright eyed, eager youngsters willing to do whatever is suggested. When that crowd arrives, be prepared to have them bring with them anything that is stained and white, such as pillow cases, T-shirts, socks, shorts, a... More..
Life is a game of chance and skill. In order to teach our children these invaluable lessons, we must first learn them ourselves. I have often heard that the best way to learn is to teach, so, when we purchase a new game, we all sit down together, read the rules aloud, and begin play. When one player understands a rule the ot... More..
There are two things you can count on when you have children who love to color, broken crayons, and the desire to do something with the broken ones. Most of us veteran mom's know how to recycle crayons to be used again, but the kids want the new ones in the box, so what do we do with these broken crayons that are vibrant wit... More..
In order to be ready for a rainy day, you must always have project idea's and the necessary materials ready. Television is too easy, and we have as caregivers have this great opportunity to teach through play. I enjoy making musical instruments. We all know the two paper plates with rice,taped or stapled together....BORING! ... More..
Time in a Bottle Children always think they are going to remember all those fun times of their youth. The truth is, childhood goes by so fast, we are lucky to remember but a few. Every child I know has heard of a time capsule. The idea is so romantic that many of them take it into their own hands and place some of their most... More..
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