If you are looking for a fun and easy way to decorate a play area or other area in your home, try these easy Any Warhol style hand prints. I had originally planned to use canvas, but canvases cost more than I wanted to spend. Instead, I used approximately one foot square pieces of leftover... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the November 2012 Carnival of Natural Parenting: Family Service Projects This post was written for inclusion in the monthly Carnival of Natural Parenting hosted by Code Name: Mama and Hobo Mama. This month our participants have written about what service means in their families. *** When we think of community service, we tend... Continue Reading →
I'm happy to announce that beginning in November 2012, Living Peacefully with Children will be teaming up with Laura at Authentic Parenting to co-host the Authentic Parenting Blog Carnival. With winter coming in and various holidays looming, we wanted to take this carnival to take a look at the traditions our families hold, new or old,... Continue Reading →
This is a joint giveaway with Living Peacefully with Children and Natural Parents Network. You may enter at one site only. Please find the section marked "Win it!" for the mandatory entry and optional bonus entries. Carole P. Roman is offering ten of our readers their own copy of Captain No Beard, a value of $10... Continue Reading →
October, and now November, have been pumpkin filled months for our family. Pumpkin hunting and then pumpkin baking and freezing have filled our home with a delicious aroma. Wanting some afternoon fun for my children, I made up a big batch of pumpkin pie play dough. It's easy to make and smells divine...so much so... Continue Reading →
Later today, I will be headed to the polls...with four kids in tow. Some may think I'm crazy. The line to vote may be long. There are never any other children there. Yet, every single election, I head down the street with my children. Sometimes, like tomorrow, my husband joins us and we go as... Continue Reading →
This election season has been fraught with meaningful conversations with our children. Last week, a conversation between my children about political parties ensued. I wasn't party to this particular discussion, but I was privy to listening to it. Discussion about what they thought of the different political parties turned into a conversation about which political party they... Continue Reading →
These are sugar skulls that we made when we attended a Day of the Dead class. My children really enjoyed making these. Earlier this week, when we came across the exact same mold on clearance, they were thrilled, as we can make these at home again next year!
Welcome to the Natural Parents Network Holiday Gift Guide! If you need to complete your holiday shopping, find a birthday present for a friend, or just treat yourself to something special, the NPN Holiday Gift Guide has something for everyone. But what's even better, the NPN Holiday Gift Guide is a great opportunity to shop... Continue Reading →
This is a joint giveaway between Natural Parents Network and many other natural parenting sites. You may enter for all of the giveaways at one site only. Please find the section marked "Win it!" for the mandatory entry and optional bonus entries. Welcome to the Natural Parents Network Holiday Gift Guide! Natural Parents Network, Living... Continue Reading →
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