Summer. I love summer. And what is one of my favorite summer activities? Reading! For me! Not for the kids. Not for a class or a Bible study…for me! Even more, I like reading when I can do it on my own time (not the library 2-week limit), when I can do it for cheap… Read More
Archives for May 2016
Get Your Child Reading with One of These Summer Reading Programs
My girls love to read. My oldest recently finished the entire series of Jack Russell Mysteries in a matter of a few hours while my youngest is working through her first book series. As a rule, my girls do not need much incentive to read. However, they do like rewards and think it is pretty cool they can… Read More
Don’t Worry–Not Everyone Can Be an Artist
Disclaimer: I received both product and compensation in exchange for this post. However, as always, all opinions expressed are 100% my own; I only recommend products or services that I feel are beneficial to my readers and my family. For more information on Cornerstone Confessions review policies, please see my full disclosure policy. Watching children grow up is always… Read More
20 Ways to Celebrate WITHOUT Food
Several weeks ago, Barb Raveling shared on Cornerstone Confessions about How to Raise Kids Who Don’t Struggle With Weight. By the resulting comments, this is a topic that many of you find of great concern, especially in our modern fast food society. One of the discussions that resulted, was a result of her fourth tip: Don’t tie… Read More
Make Eating Healthy with Your Kids a Game
Recently my family has been going to the family doctor…a lot. Between ear infections, sore throats, annual check-ups, and asthma, we have definitely seen our share of a doctor’s office for the year. That said, during my daughter’s annual check-up, the doctor encouraged us to keep track of our fruit and veggie intake. Could we… Read More
