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August 5, 2009
Apple Print Flowers, Craftivity Corner
Apple Print Flowers, Craftivity Corner
Using fruits and vegetables for print making is pretty classic, easy and fun. This activity turns plain old apple prints into pretty flowers simply by cutting a few wedges out of the apple.
1.Gather your materials. You will need an apple, some paint, paper, a plate, a knife to cut the apple with and a marker. [more]
August 4, 2009
Tip the box . . . , Talia's Blog
Tip the box . . . , Talia's Blog
Life is full of the immeasurable. The wide spread of the sky and the ground that runs deeper than the roots of the largest trees. Yet some people purposely live lives confined to a box. Why? [more]
August 4, 2009
Barefoot running
Barefoot running
Lets talk about FiveFinger shoes, the shoe that has toes. When I first saw these shoes on a middle-aged woman on the train, I was like, "OMG, WTF!" I thought this was the next fashion faux pas since Crocs! Then, today I saw a guy running outside with them on. And then I read Lindsay's blog from Monday and it all came together. [more]
August 4, 2009
Where's the Beef?, Jessica
Where's the Beef?, Jessica
I'm not a big beef eater, but every now and then something meat-y and delicious sounds good. Recently, my vegetarian mother-in-law shared a book with me entitled the "150 Healthiest Foods on Earth." She is a huge advocate of healthy eating and a wonderful resource for information and recipes. [more]
August 4, 2009
Labels to live by , Professor Mom Late last week I came across this short film, nominated for "Best Documentary Short" at the 2009 Woods Hole Film Festival, and made by a brother about his own brother, who dealt with undiagnosed Asperger's and accompanying depression for 30 years of his life. I watched the video on the same day I found out about a bullying incident at school with L. and I was in an emotional, Mama Bear state.
Labels to live by , Professor Mom Late last week I came across this short film, nominated for "Best Documentary Short" at the 2009 Woods Hole Film Festival, and made by a brother about his own brother, who dealt with undiagnosed Asperger's and accompanying depression for 30 years of his life. I watched the video on the same day I found out about a bullying incident at school with L. and I was in an emotional, Mama Bear state.
August 3, 2009
Finger Print Bugs , Craftivity Corner
Finger Print Bugs , Craftivity Corner
My son was given a stamp pad in a loot bag this weekend and we've been doing all sorts of stamping activities since. These finger print bugs are fun to do and even though a young child will need a lot of help my 2 year old was amazed how I could turn his little finger prints into bugs. It was "Magic!" [more]
August 3, 2009
Monday's Health Tip for Today: No Sneakers? No Problem!
Monday's Health Tip for Today: No Sneakers? No Problem!
Behold, the beauty of change! Going forward, every Monday I will no longer be blogging about the goings on in the world and my humble opinion on various news. Instead, I'll be putting my expertise to good use and will be bringing you a plethora of health tips...exercise moves, inspiring quotes, interesting nutritional information, and any other healthy living tidbits that come to me or I come across during the week.
I know how crazy a typical day can be for most people, so most entries will be easy to read and, if it's a new exercise move, easy to execute. [more]
August 3, 2009
Folder Shape Match , Craftivity Corner
Folder Shape Match , Craftivity Corner
Folder games or activities are perfect for the summer when you are spending so much time away from your regular routine. They pack up easily for trips, are sturdy enough for the back yard and are small enough to fit into an overnight bag to Grandma's [more]
August 3, 2009
Bag of Tricks: Summer Boredom Busters, Professor Mom
Bag of Tricks: Summer Boredom Busters, Professor Mom
It felt like a LONG week last week--and I'm sure it felt even longer to L., and to T., who found herself alone for most of the day with her parents for an entire week. If truth be told, it also felt a little long for me, because while I love spending time with T., there are only so many hours of the day I can devote to playing ponies, or sick fairies, or tea party before I feel like locking myself in the bathroom for five minutes of me time. [more]
August 3, 2009
Good-bye Baggies, Hello Snack Taxi, Jessica
Good-bye Baggies, Hello Snack Taxi, Jessica
I have a new friend in my kitchen drawer. Actually, two friends, one for each of the boys to carry along on car trips, pack for the pool or other outings.
Let me introduce you to one of my two new friends:
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