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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Kindness is Just a Stone’s Throw Away
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
A Trip Back in Time…. Riding a Steam Train
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
2017 Fair Report – Winner, Winner Chicken Dinner!
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
Dos and Don’ts Of Going To A Drive-In Theater (And Why You Should GO!)
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
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month
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
Halloween Camping
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
Pokemon Go Tips for Homestead Kids (or folks who just like to play)
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
How to have a Leave it to Beaver summer
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
Minecraft Birthday Party (on a budget)
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
When Ducks Attack (And it’s your fault)
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
A Farm Themed Birthday Without Breaking the Bank
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!
Easy To Make Kid’s Fort
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,
Super Easy DIY Pillowcases!!
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
Why Quail Do NOT Make Good Pets
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