Bible studies and daily devotions are a great way for Christian kids and adults to start their day! Devotionals are short readings that highlight certain character traits, Biblical principles, or Bible stories, and can help children develop the habit of seeking God's will in their everyday lives. Many devotionals and Bible story books include a main verse or scripture passage and help to answer questions a child might have.
You don’t have to engage in ALL the crazy-cool happenings going on around town to have a wonderful, meaningful time with your family this season. Perhaps you prefer a more laid-back approach. Maybe you don’t have a partner to help you corral a couple of rowdy kids through a sea of other families. You could be low on cash, low on energy, or both. Or even more, maybe your idea of fun is just a slower paced, quieter time connecting with your child.
You don’t have to travel far to have a fabulous time! Keep reading for some fresh ideas for your family's 2023 Spring Break Staycation!
Get ready for the most exciting Spring Break of the century! The year 2023 is your family’s time to shine, with more offerings than ever available for a thrilling week of fun and adventure! You (probably) stopped traveling for the past year or two, but now you’re ready to take on the road with gusto!
If you insist on staying in The Woodlands for the break (and we totally get it), here are 25 Fun Activites to add to your list! But if you’re itching to get away for a day or a week, here are a few Editor’s Picks that your family is sure to enjoy:
Remember that first date? There were butterflies and lots of excitement, high heels (perhaps), and your special perfume. Y'all had so much fun! And then what?
One of the best pieces of marriage advice I've ever received came from my mother-in-law who cautioned us at the very beginning - don't stop making time for each other. Kids will come into the picture, plus activities and jobs and house stuff and all kinds of distractions that might eventually make it seem impossible to date” your spouse, but MAKE IT HAPPEN anyway!
Happy New Year! Woodlands mommies can do these 11 things TODAY and EVERY day to feel insanely motivated and refreshed!
No one wants to leave empty-handed! Make your New Year's Eve celebration more memorable than ever when you treat your guests to their very own swag bag! Visit Party City, Michael’s, or Hobby Lobby for bags that match your party theme. Swag means free stuff, so depending on the amount of guests you'll be treating, consider buying items in bulk to save on cost. Shop stores like Sam’s or Costco for discounts on goodies, or stack up on after-Christmas specials at your favorite retailer (Amazon affiliate links included).
Christmas is over but the winter season has just begun, and the kids have at least another full week of “break” time. Here are 8 things to do before you ring in the New Year!
Something magical happens when you pull the whole family into the EXACT SAME ROOM all evening... push the coffee table off to the side... set up indoor tents, sleeping bags, and sofa cushions... munch on snacks and hot cocoa... and play games or watch Christmas movies all night.
Here are some quick tips for making your Holiday Slumber Party a successful, unforgettable event!
After church, we would stop at Fiesta and pick up bananas, oranges, apples, peppermints, and a package of brown paper bags. Then we'd go home, and for the next hour, the six of us would sit around the table in our small kitchen and package treat bags - 1 banana, 1 apple or orange, and 2 pieces of candy in each bag, then fold down the top of the bag, then set all the bags in a plastic crate. Then it was time to load up the bags and head to the convalescent home.
As kids, my three sisters and I called it the "old folks home," and my dad would admonish us every time. We would put smiles on our faces, visit the residents, hand out bag of treats, sing church songs (my oldest sister had to play the songs on their piano), and pray. And that was that - my first experience with volunteering. At least 2-3 Sundays out of every month, for many many years of my childhood.
