I enjoy spending time in nature. Sometimes chores & other responsibilities keep me from getting outside as much as I’d like. I’m trying to make outside time more of a priority for myself & my family. It is good for all of us. Backyard The easiest way to get outdoors is just by going out […]
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I’m glad that “help” was on our summer bucket list, because I need it! I know I can’t keep up with housework, yard work, & community without my family teammates working with me. For the help category, we are considering helping around our house & helping others. Help with chores Daily chores are something we
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Crafting was included on my family’s summer bucket list. I struggle to plan ahead for crafts, so instead of lots of new crafts I took an inventory of things that fall in the craft & creativity category in my mind. Craft & Creativity ideas My inventory included different supplies or toys that we can use to:
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Many times with summer comes water activities. Years of lifeguarding, teaching swim lessons, & working in pediatric physical therapy have given me a heightened awareness of the importance of teaching kids how to play safely around water. Swim & water safety lessons are a great way for kids & adults to learn how to be
Food was included in the list of summer things to do, learn or see. We will be learning about healthy food in a variety of ways this summer. Learning what foods help us stay healthy One life skill that I want to teach my children is how to make healthy food choices. Healthy food fuels
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This is a reminder that it is important to block out time for “nothing.” Free time. Nothing scheduled. “But, my kids will be bored.” — Okay. Offer them space to learn how to find something to do on their own. “But, my kids will want to just be on screens.” — Okay. Use it as
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Reading is a favorite pass time for some of the members of my house. For this reason, it made our summer bucket list. What are we doing for reading? Keep reading to find out! Bible reading I want to continue to have a daily Bible time with my kids through the summer. I enjoy looking
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The weather is shifting from cold to warm & I’m ready for a change of pace! School & other activities are coming to an end. It’s a great time to try to initiate some to the healthy habits that I’ve been missing. I asked my kids, “What do you want to do, learn, or see
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We were created with the need to sleep. It effects every system in the body: brain health, mood, energy level, concentration, creativity, heart health, nerve function, immune system health, digestive system health, hormones, body weight, tissue healing… everything! It may seem easy, or not a big deal, to stay up late binge watching a favorite
During pregnancy, there are times when you feel like you belly cannot stretch any more for the growing baby inside. Is this what you are feeling right now? Here are a few exercises, stretches, & movements that may help. These movements primarily focus on moving the muscles & joints of the trunk (back, ribcage, &
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