This Blue Dress

One of today’s Creative Kids projects—card making! I love seeing the projects that my kids come up with all by themselves. I love that she painted some of the glitter on the tomato to make a more 3D effect 😍 Glitter from @fivebelow . We had a fun outing with cousins, and this store had some awesome art supplies! Kid art Art projects for kids Art class Cardmaking

“God has not ceased to be a God of miracles.” A few weeks ago, I was complaining to my sister about a problem I was having. It was weighing on me, and affecting my mental and spiritual health. She suggested I start looking for the “miracles” in my life. Miracle - a surprising and welcome event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws and is therefore considered to be the work of God. I am a very grateful person by nature. But I noticed that my gratitude lately was kind of “surface level” and I hadn’t been praying for the miracles I needed, and wasn’t thanking my Father for the ones that He had given me. The word ‘miracle’ reinvigorated me enough to start seeing my days as truly inexplicable and wonderful moments. As I fall asleep each night, I am reminded of little (or big) moments throughout the day, that were miraculous. A lot of them are things or people being in the right place at the right time. And as I reflect on those miracles, I feel God’s awareness and love for me. Last week, I picked up a HUGE order of sodas for my family (we got a big family, guys). I accidentally ordered an extra for one of my nieces who changed her order at the last second. When I delivered them, she dropped her soda on the ground, and it spilled everywhere. I counted the sodas and realized that my mistake in ordering an extra had actually been a miracle in disguise, because we had the perfect amount even after the dropped soda. Yes, God even cares about little girls getting their drink. He loves us and cares for us more deeply than we can even imagine. He is the giver of all gifts, and wants us to feel of His love. I encourage you to start this practice. Pray to see more miracles in your life. As we search for them together, we will start to see them everywhere. ❤️

If you’re looking for a yummy summer drink, I found it for you! Brazilian Lemonade! It’s a deliciously creamy and fruity drink, and it. Is. So. Good. It is our most requested recipe for drinks, and it has only 4 ingredients! 🍋‍🟩Comment ‘Drink’ and we’ll PM you the recipe🍋‍🟩

One of my favorite things I’ve done with my family this year is expand our garden. So many life lessons, including in the “failures”. And what could be better than cute kids and flowers 😍 What has been a highlight this year for your family?

That last photo though 😉 Happiest Birthday to our dear Tara! We are so blessed by your gracious, loving spirit! Your wit and humor, your supermodel photogenicness, and your persistent optimism are just some of the many things we adore about you. Show Tara some love in the comments 💕🎉

Please tell me I’m not alone! 🙈😂 #toddlermom #sahm #momhumor #momlife #toddlerlogic

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Can’t even purchase an ice cream cone from a shady backyard establishment for under $6,000. 😒 I spent 30 minutes at my son’s local ice cream shop, and here are my honest takeaways: First, I want to say that I did receive a second cone for “Zero thousand one dollar” (family and friends discount). Cons: 👎The flavors all tasted the same 👎Sanitation was questionable 👎Severely overpriced Pros: 👍Owner was cute and friendly 👍The ice cream was fat-free 👍Location was really convenient 👍Great, personalized service 10/10 would visit again. #inflation #icecream #happymothersday #play #playpretend #kidsarefunny #momlife #honestreview #pleaseweargloveswhentouchingmyfood #funny #bepresent #sweet #thuglife #everydayimhustling #supportlocalbusiness #shoplocal #weallscreamforicecream

Need an easy dinner for week nights? Try this Chicken Enchilada Skillet recipe! It is my FASTEST and EASIEST meal and we have it at least once a week. It’s delicious and easy, & perfect for this Sunday’s Cinco de Mayo celebration! What you’ll need: -1 & 1/2 cups of cooked shredded chicken. Canned chicken, rotisserie chicken, or frozen (previously cooked) chicken ALL work in this meal! -1 19 oz can of red enchilada sauce (whatever brand you prefer) -1 can of black beans (drained) -1 7 oz can of medium green chiles -6 corn tortillas, torn to bite size pieces -1 spoonful/dollop of sour cream -1/2 cup of shredded cheese -Sprinkle of fresh or freeze-dried cilantro Simply add each ingredient to your pan (preferably in the order listed above). Stir on medium heat to evenly warm everything and you’re done! Takes only a few minutes and you can eat it by itself or with chips. Enjoy!

It had been too long since we had a date. My husband and I try to have dates one-on-one with all of our children each month, but in all of life’s busyness we’d gotten off track. My daughter was sooo excited about our date. I was too. This reel was her idea. ❤️ She said “your children will love spending time with you, and you will too! It doesn’t have to be fancy—a walk, getting a little treat while you run errands, just be together.” She gives great advice! Getting @olivegarden together didn’t hurt either 😉 Do you go on dates with your kids? #loveyourfamily #motherhoodmatters #parentingtips #momlife.

One of my favorite things about homeschooling is how much time my children get to spend together. Yes, sometimes the fighting drives me crazy! But there’s also a lot of joy together. I love that they get to be with their besties. And I do too. #homeschoollife #homeschoolmom

In 2017, I was scrambling to find a Valentine’s Day craft my kids could do, but I was tight on funds and time. I dug out some old craft supplies—some small leftover canvases from a different project, paint remnants, markers and buttons. And these little mixed media hearts were born. They’re still one of our favorite crafts to date and we display them every February. It’s great for various ages too! #kidscrafts #valentinesdaycrafts

When our children turn 8, they’re inducted into our “family executive council”. They get a cool new mug :) for hot cocoa and have meetings with my husband and me about “family stuff”—family trips, household management, budget categories, etc. We’re going to have a meeting today to talk about the rest of this quarter of the year and planning our family beach trip🏝 Do you have family councils/meetings? I’d love to hear your ideas! #familytime #sundayplanning #familymeetings #homeschoolmom #familytravel #familytrip

Listening to my children read aloud never gets old❤️ Have you ever read this series? My parents read “My ‘a’ Book” to me soooo many times. #earlyreaders

Took a long social media break in general for the holidays and even longer for this account. Our family is still deciding what we want to do with Creative Kids for 2022. We do love sharing glimpses of our homeschool journey, and I love learning from other families who love their children—no matter their schooling choices! It can also take a lot of time because I easily get sucked into the amazing ideas on Instagram. On the Eve of our official “back to school” day tomorrow, it’s baking time! Joseph Michael made blueberry muffins for his co-op Baking Club, and everyone else is making Abu’s Monkey Bread from one of our favorite cookbooks. What are you up to this Sunday evening? #familiesareforever