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DIY Garden Hopscotch Path

DIY Garden Hopscotch Path

Posted on February 23, 2018February 23, 2018 by Mindie

Be it a flower or a vegetable, gardens are a wonderful place to introduce children to growing plants and enjoying nature. Gardens should be a

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Posted in DIY, GardeningTagged Children, DIY, Garden43 Comments on DIY Garden Hopscotch Path
Kindness is Just a Stone’s Throw Away

Kindness is Just a Stone’s Throw Away

Posted on November 14, 2017January 7, 2018 by Mindie

It was just another day….. We were running errands and happened to be heading into the bank when I spotted a beautifully painted rock in

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children, craft11 Comments on Kindness is Just a Stone’s Throw Away
A Trip Back in Time…. Riding a Steam Train

A Trip Back in Time…. Riding a Steam Train

Posted on September 6, 2017January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Recently hubby had a week of vacation time. Since we really couldn’t afford a “real” vacation, not to mention we can’t really leave all the

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children, Experiences10 Comments on A Trip Back in Time…. Riding a Steam Train
2017 Fair Report – Winner, Winner Chicken Dinner!

2017 Fair Report – Winner, Winner Chicken Dinner!

Posted on August 13, 2017February 8, 2018 by Mindie

Another year of crafting for the county fair has finally come to an end and this mama is exhausted! The oldest country kid might be

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Posted in CraftsTagged Children, craft, Fair14 Comments on 2017 Fair Report – Winner, Winner Chicken Dinner!
Dos and Don’ts Of Going To A Drive-In Theater (And Why You Should GO!)

Dos and Don’ts Of Going To A Drive-In Theater (And Why You Should GO!)

Posted on July 20, 2017January 3, 2018 by Mindie

I have wonderful memories of going to the drive-in movies with my family as a child. My folks would place our tiny lawn chairs on

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children, Experiences12 Comments on Dos and Don’ts Of Going To A Drive-In Theater (And Why You Should GO!)
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month

Posted on October 26, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

You might remember that earlier this month we were in the Purina First Egg Happy Dance contest, which we won (thanks to all who voted.) Besides

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Chicken, Children10 Comments on October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month
Halloween Camping

Halloween Camping

Posted on October 13, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Every year, for what seems like forever now, our family has an October tradition that some years seems to even overshadow actual Halloween…… Going camping

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children, Halloween13 Comments on Halloween Camping
Pokemon Go Tips for Homestead Kids (or folks who just like to play)

Pokemon Go Tips for Homestead Kids (or folks who just like to play)

Posted on August 25, 2016January 3, 2018 by

Unless you live under a rock, you have at least heard of the phone app game gripping the nation called Pokemon Go. Heck, I live

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children10 Comments on Pokemon Go Tips for Homestead Kids (or folks who just like to play)
How to have a Leave it to Beaver summer

How to have a Leave it to Beaver summer

Posted on June 30, 2016May 11, 2018 by Mindie

I will be the first to admit that like other kids in his generation, the oldest country kid has a desire to be a screen

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children19 Comments on How to have a Leave it to Beaver summer
Minecraft Birthday Party (on a budget)

Minecraft Birthday Party (on a budget)

Posted on May 20, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Recently the oldest country kid turned 10 years old. When I asked him what theme he wanted for his birthday, he had said Minecraft before

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children, craft, DIY18 Comments on Minecraft Birthday Party (on a budget)
When Ducks Attack (And it’s your fault)

When Ducks Attack (And it’s your fault)

Posted on May 4, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Ducks are not like other “pets.” They don’t jump up and lick your face like a dog that is happy to see you. They don’t

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children, critter, Ducks28 Comments on When Ducks Attack (And it’s your fault)
A Farm Themed Birthday Without Breaking the Bank

A Farm Themed Birthday Without Breaking the Bank

Posted on March 2, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Recently the littlest country kid turned four. My mind is blown by this as I feel like I just brought him home from the hospital!

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children, DIY12 Comments on A Farm Themed Birthday Without Breaking the Bank
Easy To Make Kid’s Fort

Easy To Make Kid’s Fort

Posted on February 10, 2016January 16, 2018 by Mindie

The littlest country kid has officially hit the “Let’s Build a Fort” phase of life. Every kid goes through it, grabbing pillows, blankets, tables, chair,

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Posted in DIYTagged Caft, Children, craft, DIY14 Comments on Easy To Make Kid’s Fort
Super Easy DIY Pillowcases!!

Super Easy DIY Pillowcases!!

Posted on November 19, 2015January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Super easy do-it-yourself pillowcases….. Sure, if you are a professional seamstress, right? Nope! I am no professional, in fact, I am self-taught. Well, unless you

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children, craft, DIY, homemade gift ideas, sewing8 Comments on Super Easy DIY Pillowcases!!
Why Quail Do NOT Make Good Pets

Why Quail Do NOT Make Good Pets

Posted on June 15, 2015January 3, 2018 by Mindie

When you are a parent, all you want to do is make your children happy. Sometimes you don’t stop to think in your pursuit of

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Baby animals, Children, quail26 Comments on Why Quail Do NOT Make Good Pets
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