One of the very worst times in my home is “The Golden Hour.” This is the time right before my husband gets home from work. No matter how well things have gone during the day, it all falls apart in this blessed hour. I finally discovered how to make the change.
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Update on the Value Kindness and Friendliness: A Helping Hands Chart Giveaway!
This month, Megan Stewart and Mary Croxford teamed up to discuss Kindness and Friendliness. As a special bonus, they are giving away a Helping Hands chart from Brite Music! Giveaway details are below!
May Make A Difference Challenge: Mother’s Day
When I think about Mother’s Day I also think of all the amazing women who have a mother’s heart but have never had the opportunity to raise their own children. Every mother and woman needs to know that what they do matters and that is the reason for this month’s challenge.
Update on the Value Unselfishness and Sensitivity: Active Listening and Kitchen Duty
Mary Croxford used the Golden Rule, a new cleaning rule, and baked goods to teach her children unselfishness and sensitivity. Her results? She says they have been super!
April Make a Difference Challenge: Spread Spring Sunshine
What a wonderful way to spend a spring afternoon this month: giving someone a hand to spruce up their yard and in the meantime building strong and lasting friendships with those around you.
March Make a Difference Challenge: Give your Children Two Dollars
So you think you can change the world? Here’s how an inspiring young boy is going to Kenya to build a school with Free the Children. He’s not a child prodigy; he’s just a kid who wants others to have an education.
Update on the Value Respect: Encouraging Respect in our Family
We decided that there were many areas we could work on to bring more respect into our home. We all brainstormed a list of different ways and voted on three behaviors that we would especially focus on this month. ALL of our children really got into this activity. It was really heartwarming!
Five Ways To Open The World To Our Children
Do I think one person can help change the world? Yes! I’ve been looking for (and finally found) some simple ways I can help shape the next generation, right in my own home.
February Make a Difference Challenge: Share the Love
With kids, Valentine’s Day can be a bit hectic–getting everyone to sign their cards and attach the goodies. It seems to be a bit overwhelming. However, this exhausting process made me think about what this month should really be about-love.
November Make a Difference Challenge: Thanking the Troops
Show our military and veterans that we appreciate them and the sacrifices they give to keep us free. Whether you support what they are doing or not, keep in mind these brave men and women leave their families at home and make the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
Strike a Pose…
You’re probably asking yourselves what in the world we are doing…well, glad you asked.
October Make a Difference Challenge: Breast Cancer Awareness
The pink ribbon lapel pin has become a powerful symbol to increase awareness about breast cancer, and it’s easy to make for yourself and your friends. Follow these directions to make your own pink ribbon lapel pin; no sewing required!