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I'm usually bah humbug about this particular Hallmark Holiday... 

but my sweet little darling just melts my heart every time. 
Happy ♥ Day, everyone!

Today We Celebrate Those Who Willingly Gave Their Lives In Freedom's Name

To all those who have served and continue to serve, Thank You!

Raising Our Child With Patriotic Pride

U was so proud to have her Veteran grandpa celebrate with her today!  

This Flag was made by the little hands 

of our Future.

In honor of all the men and women who fought for our freedom and that of our children's, U's  school celebrated by hosting a free-for-all pancake breakfast.     

Sharpie Couture

Here's what you get with a few Sharpie markers, some scrap fabric, a little imagination and a lot of child's play:

Project Runway: Barbie

  

Fun With Math

My soon to be first grader is gearing up some skills this summer. But like any not-quite-six year old, she gets easily bored (and maybe more than most).  Being creative in teaching can be a challenge, especially when it comes to math, at least for me.  So when her flash cards didn't seem to be working as well as it usually does (addition sans finger counting), I turned to some fun with color.  Here's how it turned out:

The activity not only got us out of the rut, it turned out to be fun and interesting!  

How do you make teaching fun and enjoyable?  Do share some creative strategies you use in helping your child enjoy learning.  I'd love to hear from you!

Child's Play

The Joy of Childhood

George Darley

   Down the dimpled green-sward dancing 

Bursts a flaxen-headed bevy, 

Bud-lipt boys and girls advancing 

Love's irregular little levy.

Rows of liquid eyes in laughter, 

How they glimmer, how they quiver!

Sparkling one another after, 

Like bright ripples on a river.

Tipsy band of rubious faces,

Flushed with joy's etheral spirit, 

Make your mocks and sly grimaces 

At Love's self, and do not fear it!