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7 Great Books for Kids About Feelings

A collection of books about feelings for kids | books for boys | learn about emotions books | picture books | #feelings

Everyone has to learn to deal with difficult feelings. Big emotions are something kids feel and express, but need to learn how to put into words as they grow older. Sometimes they don't even understand how they are feeling or why they are feeling a certain way. These picture books are perfect to get your kids thinking about all the different … [Read more...]



Why “Me Time” is Over-Rated

How to cope with out Me Time. If you are like so many other moms without time or funds to take time away from your famiy, its OK! Stress Relief Parenting Homeschooling Babies Toddlers

How can I cope without ME TIME? I constantly hear moms complaining that they don't get away enough, they don't have time off from their kids, or they can't afford to go out with the girls, so they are miserable and feel like a horrible wife and parent. I want to extend some encouragement to these moms who are at their wits end and just can't … [Read more...]



Monday Matters: Super Power Baby Project- Changing How We View Disabilities

Welcome to Monday Matters. Spread awareness to help important causes and start your week off right by making a difference each Monday, even if that is just to pin, tweet, or share to pass this information on. "Evie is disabled, she has defects, she can't do.... she won't ever do........ That felt all wrong, because to us, Evie was a miracle! … [Read more...]



Monday Matters- Hopes Closet, Helping Families in our Community

Welcome to Monday Matters! Spread awareness to help important causes and start your week off right by making a difference each Monday, even if that is just to pin, tweet, or share to pass this information on. Since 2007, Hopes Closet of Santa Cruz (HCSC) has provided support to thousands of children and families in our community. "We … [Read more...]



Handprint Jewelry Keepsake Fathers Day Gift Giveaway worth $180!

What to get dad for Fathers Day? Win a beautiful silver jewelry meaningful handprint keepsake or footprint keepsake silver cufflinks keychain or other gift for Fathers Day. worth up to $180 @silversculptor #FathersDay #fathersdaygifts

Father's Day is coming up quickly and, just like every year, we struggle to find something more meaningful than a new tie to honor him. My own husband is difficult to shop for Father's Day gifts unless I fork out cash to buy a fancy new BBQ or upgrades for his precious truck. He would be thrilled with any of those, but for one, my wallet wouldn't, … [Read more...]



Books for Kids About Having a New Baby

Books about having a new baby for kids | new mom | second baby shower | childrens books | picture books | new big brother | new big sister wtrw What to Read

When mom is pregnant, everyone needs to prepare for the new baby, including siblings. It's exciting and can also be scary or uncertain times for young kids. Some kids will want to know as much information about a new baby brother or new sister as they can, while others will be satisfied with little info. For the kids that are very curious or … [Read more...]



What if You Had No Fear of LBL?

What would you do if you had nothing to fear? You can live fully and freely even with LBL. no joke! #PoiseMoment Sposored women feminine care

I used to love running. It was sort of a therapy. I could feel the wind whipping past my face, hear nothing but my heart pumping, and my own breathing, and feel the burn in my legs. It was the only thing that blocked out my thoughts which ran on every second of the day otherwise. The majority of the thoughts in my head at that time were negative. … [Read more...]



Adorable Baby Fabrics for You

Find fabric for your baby quilt, layette, crib bedding, and any sewing project. Adorable fabrics for your crafts

I'm a sucker for fabric. I don't have much time to sew, but I used to sew a lot when the kids were babies. I made them baby blankets, picnic blankets, bibs, cloth dolls, and fun items. Handmade items, made with love, are so much more meaningful. And I love giving something unique, that no one else in the world has. I hadn't sewn in a long while, … [Read more...]



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Hello, I'm L. E. Mastilock. I am a lover of food, family, and nature. I encourage parents to live a green, healthy lifestyle and have fun learning together. I am a published author and multi media artist, homeschooling my kids in the beautiful CA mountains. Read More…

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