I’ve been struggling with finding the extra four to five hours that I’ve lost to distance learning and childcare. The kids (2nd and 5th grades) need me but how do I find time to nourish them with food? Out of necessity, I’ve generated a list of quick but kid-approved meals: 😋 The Influencer😋 The Dump […]
Author: Free and Claire
Free your fridge of filth and dust
I dropped the kids off at school. Check! Took a fairly quick trip through the grocery store. Check! Next on the list? Eat breakfast. Check! Put away the groceries. No check, sadly. All things came to a halt when I began to clear space on the bottom shelf of the the fridge. It was filthy! […]
Daisy Scout hat of authority
[need photo of completed decorated hat] I’ve been very happy about the joy that Daisy Scouts has given Claire. Once a month, she’s surrounded by a wonderful group of girls. They’re all excited about learning about building character. Not very exciting, I know. The leaders and the Daisy Scout people masterfully present to really engage […]
Dinosaur dig for tots and tweens
Want a dinosaur-themed party to remember? Or perhaps you want to give your kids a taste of paleontology – from initial discovery to museum display? I came up with the idea for my daughter’s “Dinosaur Train”-themed birthday party. Fun was definitely the priority. Budget and time were also top considerations. I’ll fill you on some of […]