Ethical spending may not be the first thing on your mind as we head into the holiday season. Afterall, the in-laws are about to arrive and you were just volun-told that you’re in charge of cooking the turkey this year, but I’d like to make a case for why it should be. Our dollars count […]
How to Make Paper Bead Necklaces
I’m always up for a cultural craft, especially if it results in pretty jewelry. Bonus if the jewelry is gorgeous enough for my kids to give away! I have seen lots of necklaces made out of paper beads, and so I wondered just how hard it would be to try our hand at making some. […]
Starting A New Tradition: The Kindness Elves
Have you heard of The Kindness Elves? I first heard about this wonderful idea last year from The Imagination Tree, which inspired families to encourage acts of kindness, generosity, and love during the Holiday season! This year, we decided to begin this tradition with our own children. They love finding where the elves are ‘hiding’ and what […]
November Contest Winners
November Newsletter Giveaway Starting last month we began drawing winners from our loyal email readers to receive prizes sponsored by Omaha Family. This month our winners are Kara G., Robert H., Tiffany H. and Kevin A! Baby Jack Blankets Babies develop cognitively, socially and emotionally through sensory play. Our satin modern top fabric paired with […]
Top Places in the World to Unplug
In a world where we’re increasingly connected, sometimes the best remedy is to simply unplug. The phrase “digital detox” was added to the Oxford Dictionaries Online in August 2013. Leave the technology behind at these back-to-basics, nature-filled destinations. Tanque Verde Ranch, Tucson Voted the “Best Dude Ranch in Arizona” by Arizona Republic in 2012, this […]
Teaching Tech to Preschoolers
“Shhh, sit down and quietly read a book” said no tech-librarian ever. In an ever evolving world of technology, libraries have begun to make a shift from the silent, book filled rooms we once knew. In fact, when a big-box bookstore at 72nd and Dodge went out of business, a new sort of community center […]
Scented Beeswax Crayons
I have been eyeing this box of Stockmar Beeswax Crayons for awhile, natural art supplies are so pretty and nice to use. They usually smell great and come with that sense of satisfaction that you’re protecting your kids and the environment from life threatening chemicals (just kidding). Look at all of those five star reviews, can’t […]
Summertime Musings to My Littles
I just feel tired of everything sensible and I’m going to let my imagination run riot for the summer. – Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery When Alice was born five years ago, I began to write to her. Just little things; how she looked, how she changed, what she did, how we loved her. […]
Halloween Costume Ideas: Hamburglar & a Hamburger
Halloween is going to be here before we know it! Let’s get creative this year and make our own costumes. Yes, even you non-crafty type can create a homemade masterpiece that will be sure to impress your little ones, friends and family! Let’s be nostalgic and bring back the McDonald’s characters from our childhood – […]
Pros and Cons of Circumcision
Circumcision is a surgical procedure which removes the skin (foreskin) from tip of the penis. Typically, circumcision is performed by a doctor in the first few days of a baby boy’s life if the baby is in a stable condition. A variety of health, social and religious reasons help parents decide whether or not they […]
