I might as well admit it; I’ve never been one to handle messes well. Although I don’t consider myself a neat freak, I like my home nice and clean, and I like my kitchen counter free from clutter. When my girls ask to make homemade salt dough and proceed to unleash their imagination – along with approximately two pounds of… Read More
The Comforting and Healing Power of Nature
We just had one of those days. The Little Naturalist had come home from kindergarten grumpy and tired. Predictably, she soon fell apart over a perceived disaster. I think it was the fact that I accidentally gave her the pink cup for her snack instead of the purple one that sent her crashing to the floor, kicking, screaming and crying…. Read More
Cleanliness and Kids: Should You Let Them Eat Dirt?
When you think of kids, cleanliness may not be the first thing that comes to mind. After all, these are the creatures that rejoice in slobbery dog kisses straight on the mouth, find bath time overrated and, let’s be honest, rarely miss the chance to engage in a good booger-eating session. The list of gross things that children will engage… Read More
Connecting with Kids in Nature – Every Day
Confession time: I’m terrible with New Year’s resolutions. It’s not due to lack of trying – every year the intention is there. I’ve tried resolutions, bucket lists and words of the year. And every year I end up feeling like a failure by the time February or March rolls around. Apparently I’m not alone, since fewer than one in ten… Read More
10 Great Ways to Opt Outside During the Holidays
This time of the year a lot of our energy is focused on preparing for and celebrating various holidays. Maybe it’s the Scandinavian in me, but I LOVE the dark, cold season and everything that comes with it: Lighting candles, making and eating traditional holiday foods, seeing extended family, playing board games and cozying up in front of the fireplace… Read More
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