holidays
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Every year, we try to add something fun and memorable to our Thanksgiving activities and this year, our “Pluck the Turkey” game absolutely stole the show. One of the days in our countdown challenged the kids to create a 12 Days of Thanksgiving song modeled after the classic “12 Days of Christmas.” And let me
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Move over, Elf! Even though you know how much I love our elves. There’s a new November tradition in town, and this one doesn’t involve tiny furniture or creative hiding spots at 11 PM. Enter the Thankful Pumpkin, a delightfully simple way to turn an ordinary gourd into a gratitude-covered masterpiece that’ll steal the show
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Thanksgiving is a season of gratitude, giving, and gathering together. And what better way to count down the days than with a fun, family-filled game of Pluck the Turkey! This cheerful DIY craft doubles as a countdown calendar and daily gratitude activity that brings everyone together for a few moments of laughter, kindness, and creativity.
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There’s something so magical about October evenings. The scent of cinnamon candles in the air, a cool breeze sneaking through the open window, and the sound of my kids’ laughter as we pull out our craft supplies. Oh, the amazing crafts the fall season brings. Halloween is one of my favorite times to slow down,
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Can you believe it’s almost that time again? The countdown is on, just 44 days until our elves return! Around here, they always show up the day after Thanksgiving, bringing all the fun, giggles, and just a touch of Christmas chaos with them. Every year, I start prepping early, usually in October, because let’s be
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🐚✨ End-of-summer magic! Aurora’s Seashell Wands & Necklaces — a simple, sparkly craft inspired by Aurora’s Beach Adventure. Perfect for soaking up the last golden days of summer. 🌊💛 #momlife #kidscrafts #summer #crafts #aurorasbeachadventure #aurora
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When I first created Aurora, our lovable musk ox with a heart full of curiosity, I had no idea how much joy she would bring to our family, and to readers who fell in love with her snowy North Pole adventure. But with Aurora’s Beach Adventure, I wanted to do something a little unexpected… I
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From our family to yours, we hope your day has been as bright and joyful as ours! Today has been filled with all the best Easter traditions: surprise baskets with books and treats, cooking a delicious dinner together, getting creative with crafting and dyeing colorful Easter eggs. The kiddos dashed around on an egg hunt
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I absolutely love showing appreciation to the people in my life. It’s one of my favorite things to do—whether it’s for my kids, my husband, or my coworkers. Every year, I have the best intentions to start my Valentine’s tradition on February 1st, and this is the 1st year I’m behind. I love sharing little
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The holidays are over, but life hasn’t slowed down. It feels like the Christmas whirlwind has left behind more than memories—my house is still a toy-filled disaster, and my to-do list seems to grow every day. Despite the chaos, I’m determined to find moments of peace and create habits that help me pull back into
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