10 Things to Do When You're Stuck Inside

The following activities were gathered up by a mom looking for ideas to entertain her kiddos while they were stuck at home during cold Winter months... we can only dream of snow and ice right now! ;-) However, her list of activities are easy to pull together and perfect for days we do not want to leave our cool air-conditioned homes during this hot summer!

Click here to be redirected to the list

Beth Moore: Escaping the Slinky

Came across this short video from Beth Moore on her Living Proof blog. It will only take about 14 mins to watch and speaks on how we often live in a repetitive cycle, and time wasted on doing the same thing over and over. A great devotion on linear living!

Click here to watch and to be directed to Beth Moore's blog.

Mom Tip: Artkive App

Looking to organize--and cherish--all those fun art projects your kiddos brought home from school this past year? If you are like me, I want to keep all the cuteness, but also do not want binders and binders full of papers for years to come... I came across a free app called Artkive that helps! Right now it is just available for iPhones, but in the works for Android as well.

Basically, you create folders with your individual kid's names on them, snap pictures and then have the option to print out photo books. Even if you choose not to order the books, it is a nice tool to browse through all the fun finger painting and craft projects.

Search in your iphone store or click here for Artkive's website.

Memorial Day: Commentary from Focus on the Family

A short, yet important reminder of Memorial Day.

Click here to listen. It takes less than two minuets!

Be The Mom

"Being a mom is one of the most important, rewarding jobs, but it can also be tiring and emotionally draining. We want you to be encouraged with Be the Mom from beloved author and mom, Tracey Eyster!" This offer comes from Focus on the Family. An ebook copy of Eyster's book, Be the Mom, is available to download and is only $1.99. The discussion guide is also available to download--free of charge. 

Click here for more info and to be directed to Focus on the Family's site. 

Enter promo code 406925 at checkout and your ebook will automatically be discounted.  Offer expires May 22, 2013 at 11:00 p.m. EST

Playdate Reminder... & A Little Something to Ponder

Playdate Reminder! THIS Thursday, May 16th at 10:30 am. Join up for some play and lunch at Chick-fil-A at Mesa Riverview, 905 N. Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85201 (just off Dobson & the 202). Leave us a comment if you are planning to attend. Hope to reconnect with everyone!

Just loved the below quote! A great reminder as we head into another week and are wrapping up the school year.

Mother's Day Card Printables

Don't forget mom & mom-in-law this coming Sunday! Here are some really cute cards for them that you can print out at home. Simply click on the images below to be directed to each card.

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