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November 10, 2016
Make Your Own Thanksgiving Village!
This is a super fun craft activity for kids! It features a colonial cabin, a teepee, a pumpkin, a turkey and a set of pilgrims and native Americans. Just print out the pieces on cardstock and then use crayons, markers or colored pencils to decorate them. They’re easy to assemble using a glue stick or tape. You can play with your Thanksgiving Village or use it as a fun holiday display or decoration! You can purchase the printable for just…
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November 9, 2016
10 Ways to Express Gratitude
From time to time we all get so busy about our lives that we forget to slow down long enough to reflect upon our many blessings. November is a great time to stop and not only truly reflect upon all we’re thankful for, but to do something special to express that gratitude. Here is a list of ten great ways to do just that! Try a few or make a point to do them all!! Say a prayer of Thanksgiving….
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October 31, 2016
15 Halloween Safety Tips
Monsters, ghosts and spooky creatures aren’t the only things to be wary of at Halloween. From carving jack-o-lanterns with sharp knives and setting them aglow with fire, to traversing busy dark streets and avoiding suspicious candy and strangers, there are plenty of things to watch out for if we want to stay safe. Here is a list of 15 Halloween Safety Tips to help protect your entire family – the wee ones, the teens, and even the grown ups! Supervise…
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October 12, 2016
Chicken & Biscuits
Chicken & Biscuits, a perfect warm comfort meal for a cool fall day! Here’s What You’ll Need: 2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts 4 Chicken Bullion Cubes 2 Envelopes of Chicken Gravy 6 Cups of Water 1 Can of Corn 1 1/2 Cups of Sliced Carrots 1/4 tsp of Thyme 1 tsp of Basil 2 Bay Leaves Salt & Pepper 1 Can of Ready Made Biscuits Here’s What to Do: Heat 4 cups of water to boiling and dissolve the 4…
Posted in Holidays and Seasons, Let's Eat!, Uncategorized | By LoriGraceH
October 4, 2016
Halloween Coloring Page
October is here and Halloween is right around the corner! Here is a free downloadable coloring page for you and your little ones to enjoy!! If you’d like more coloring pages like this, subscribe to the Love My Big Happy Family newssletter!! You can get your subscribtion to the newsletter in the sidebar to the right! -> Get your Happy Halloween Coloring Page Here! You might also enjoy: Happy Autumn Scarecrow Coloring Page and Frankenstein Craft Pattern Please like & share:
Posted in Coloring Pages, Happy, Healthy, Smart Kids!, Holidays and Seasons | By LoriGraceH
September 29, 2016
Cute Scarecrow Craft
Scarecrow What’s more fun than a Scarecrow in Autumn? These friendly, cheerful fellows are a fun symbol of my absolute favorite season – Autum, with it’s crisp cool air and beautiful fall colors; I love it and I love scareacrows! I have several to decorate my home. I get them out in September and keep them up all the way until Thanksgiving. In October I add some Halloween decorations, then in November I put those away and Thanksgiving…
Posted in Crafter's Corner, Hearth and Home, Holidays and Seasons | By LoriGraceH
September 22, 2016
Fall Leaf Sugar Cookies
These delicious fall leafsugar cookies are easy to decorate for any holiday or season! Here’s What You’ll Need – Cookies 3 Cups of Flour 1 Cup of Sugar 1 tsp Baking Powder 1 Cup of Butter (I use salted) 1 Large Egg tsp Vanilla Extract Here’s What You’ll Need to Do: Mix together flour and baking powder. Using your mixer combine the sugar, butter (softened), egg and vanilla extract. Mix well. Gradually add flour and baking soda mixture and…
Posted in Holidays and Seasons, Let's Eat! | By LoriGraceH
August 4, 2016
July 22, 2016
Lemonade Stand – Free Printable
Lemonade Stand Free Printable Nothing says “Summer” like a good old fashioned Lemonade Stand. If you’ve got the Summer boredum blues or you just need a break from the hot summer sun a Lemonade Stand is just what you need! So set up your stand, stir up a fresh pitcher of flavored lemonade and cool off!! Here is a Lemonade Stand free printable sign for your Lemonade Stand, just because I love my readers! You don’t even have to sign…
Posted in Happy, Healthy, Smart Kids!, Holidays and Seasons | By LoriGraceH
July 19, 2016
Flavored Lemonade!
Nothing says “Summer” like lemonade and fresh fruit! These turned out so pretty and they were absolutely dee-lish!! Whip some up to refresh your family on a hot summer day. I simply used Minute Maid frozen concentrate, but if you want to make yours from scratch I’ve posted a recipe below. Here’s What You’ll Need: 4 Cups of Water 2 Cups of Sugar 2 Cups of Lemon Juice (about 8-12 lemons if you’ll be juicing them yourself). 2 Cups of…
Posted in Holidays and Seasons, Let's Eat! | By LoriGraceH
July 18, 2016
10 Summer Sun Safety Tips
Summertime is in full swing! The temps are soaring and the sun is blazing! Time enjoy the weather and make some memories with the family! But nothing can ruin your fun in the sun like a bad sunburn, heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Follow these 10 tips to make sure you and your family stay safe this summer. Avoid Temps Above 90 Degrees – It’s usually safe to be outside in temperatures up to 90 degrees. When the temp rises…
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July 12, 2016
15 Fun Activities for a Sizzlin’ Summer
Are you looking for ways to enjoy the Hot Summer Days? Check out this list of 15 Fun Family Activities!! Summer Activities Run Through the Sprinklers or Get Out the Slip & Slide Visit the City Pool or Splash Pad Go on a Picnic Have a Backyard Barbecue Take a Trip to the Zoo Make Homemade Lemonade. You could even Set Up a Lemonade Stand to offer your neighbors relief from the hot summer sun. Make Homemade Ice Cream Make…
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July 11, 2016
Playing Outside is Good For Children!
Playing Outside is Good for Children! Playing outdoors is good for children! It surprises me that so many parents don’t know this. As a childcare provider for over 25 years, I’ve had many parents ask me to keep their children inside, either because it is “too cold” or “too hot”. But, whether they are building a snowman or playing in the kiddie pool there are many health benefits to children playing outside. Check out the list below. The Many Benefits…
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July 1, 2016
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