Summer Ideas for Teens
Summer Ideas for Teens Summer with teens can be incredibly great and also incredibly hard. As they get older, there isn’t as much neighborhood or sibling play and they may not be quite old enough for a...
View ArticleSummer with Teens: Tackling Technology
Summer With Teens: Tackling Technology Today for summer with teens, we are tackling technology. I think most of us wish we were parents in the 80s so we could have 5 channels and rent videos. It would...
View ArticleThe Best Summer Jobs for Teens and Other Ways to Earn Money
The Best Summer Jobs for Teens and Other Ways to Earn Money Summer is such a great time to teach teens about work, and adding a summer job to a teen’s schedule is one of the best ways to keep them...
View ArticleMaking Summer Work with Teens and Littles
Making Summer Work with Teens and Littles One of the hardest parts of summer for many of us is balancing the needs of varying ages. How can you have a fantastic summer with teens and littles? My...
View ArticleWhat Do Teens Do for Fun in the Summer?
What Do Teens Do for Fun in the Summer? Let’s talk about things to do in the summer with teens that are actually fun! After all, we only get a few years with them, so we might as well make the most of...
View ArticleThe Best Gifts for Missionaries
I had so many requests for great gift ideas for missionaries! You all came through with so many excellent options I can’t wait to share these with you. If I missed anything, let me know in the...
View ArticleThe Best Gifts for Men
It’s that time of year again when you confirm that the hardest people to buy for are men! Hopefully this list gives you some great ideas to celebrate the awesome guys in your life! I am sharing some of...
View ArticleModern Manners for Today’s Teens: Be on Time
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Be on Time Be on time. Planning your life so you can be punctual is a critical skill. It shows good time management, responsibility and consideration for others. Keep...
View ArticleThe Best LDS Missionary Packing List
The Best LDS Missionary Packing List Oh Boy! Getting kids ready for an LDS mission is a BIG DEAL and expensive. I had no idea everything they would need! I’m glad we already had some things from the...
View ArticleThe Best Sister Missionary Packing List
The Best Sister Missionary Packing List After working hard on the LDS Missionary Packing list for Elders, I realized I wanted to create a similar resource for Sisters heading out too. It has been so...
View ArticleMy Itinerary for One Week in Greece
My Itinerary for One Week in Greece We have been preparing for the trip of a lifetime for the past year and our 10 days in Greece and Croatia were even better than I hoped they would be. It felt a...
View ArticleThe Best 4 Day Croatia Itinerary
The Best 4 Day Croatia Itinerary We have been preparing for the trip of a lifetime for the past year and our 10 days in Greece and Croatia were even better than I hoped they would be. It felt a little...
View ArticleWhat to Bring to Greece and Croatia: The Ultimate Packing List
What to Bring to Greece and Croatia: The Ultimate Packing List If you just finished reading about our fun trip to Greece and Croatia you might be curious about the packing list. I was intimidated at...
View ArticleHow Many Hours Does It Take To Make a Friend?
How Many Hours Does It Take To Make a Friend? We live in a world of instant gratification where we can have almost anything we want instantaneously, but this study from the University of Kansas proves...
View ArticleTeen Tip: Take Responsibility for Your Actions
Teen Tip: Take Responsibility for Your Actions In a situation that hasn’t gone well, take responsibility for your actions. Don’t give excuses. Don’t blame the referee or the coach. Don’t place the...
View ArticleThe Best Gifts for Teen Boys
The Best Gifts for Teen Boys The older boys get, the harder they seem to buy for, but have no fear, you are guaranteed to find something amazing for your growing boys on this list. From electronics to...
View ArticleThe Best Gifts for Teen Girls
Well, you guys begged for a teen girl guide, and since I don’t have any experience with girls, I reached out to our fabulous community and you guys totally came through. There is something for every...
View ArticleThe All Time Best Screen Free Gifts for Boys!
The All-Time Best Screen Free Gifts for Boys It was high time I put all our tried and true and very best screen-free gifts for boys all in one place! These are items we have loved and used for years...
View ArticleThe Best Stocking Stuffers for Boys: Toddlers to Teens
The Best Stocking Stuffers for Boys: Toddlers to Teens When it comes to stocking stuffers, moms of girls have it pretty easy…nail polish, lipstick, jewelry… but finding something small and useful for a...
View ArticleThe Best Gifts and Stocking Stuffers for Women
The Best Gifts and Stocking Stuffers for Women It is always so much fun to share great ideas to gift to the women in your life! These are organized by price point to help you stay on budget this...
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