April 18, 2017
Great Gift – Child’s Name for Baby Shower or Birthday!
Name Gift – For Baby Shower or Birthday! I made this gift for my niece’s baby shower last week. Her little girl is due in June and we can’t wait to meet her! Baby’s name is perfect for a tabletop or wall decoration in her nursery. She has a “Finding Dory” theme in the colors of coral and torqousie. It’s pretty easy to make and fairly quidk too and it’s Oh So Cute! So next time you need a gift…
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April 17, 2017
The Kitten in the Road
Kitten in the Road It was a late summer evening in 2006. We had four teenagers still living at home, two cats, two red eared slider turtles and an assortment of aquarium fish. We were having a building remodeled to house our small private school and the hubby was working a swing shift job. This particular evening we were planning on going over to see the progress on the building as soon as my husband got home from work. But…
Posted in Hearth and Home | By LoriGraceH
April 16, 2017
April 14, 2017
Blogging Grandmothers Link Party #13
Welcome to Blogging Grandmothers Link Party #13 Starts Saturday, April 15, 2017 at 12:05 am central time (United States) Ends Tuesday, April 18 at 11:55 pm Blogging Grandmothers Link Party Hosted By: Grammy Dee, MiMi Clearissa, Grandma Candy, and Gramma Lori REALLY SIMPLE RULES: • This party is for grandmother bloggers only • You may share any new or old, family friendly posts, no limit • By joining the party, you are giving the host and co-hosts permission to share your…
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April 13, 2017
15 Family Easter Traditions
Traditions 15 Fun Traditions Dye Easter Eggs as a Family – Try different types, natural dyes, shaving cream dye, melt crayons on them! Make Easter Baskets for the Kids – Fill with candy, toys, Easter eggs, puzzles, books, etc. Have an Easter Egg Hunt – This is my grandkids favorite Easter activity! Get Everyone New Easter Outfits – Brightly colored shorts and t-shirt sets are a fun idea or ittle girls will love pretty skirts or dresses and the boys…
Posted in Family and Relationships, Holidays and Seasons | By LoriGraceH
April 12, 2017
Grow Your Facebook Followers Link Party
Welcome to the party! Starts Thursday, April 13 at 12:05 am central time (United States) Ends Saturday, April 15 at 11:55 pm This party is hosted by: Grammy Dee from Grammy’s Grid Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 Teresa from Aging Like a Fine Wine Clearissa from Clearissa Coward’s Command Center Lori from Love My Big Happy Family RULES ARE SIMPLE: • Add your Facebook Profile or Page Link • Follow, friend, or like everyone in the linkup • Come back…
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April 12, 2017
Pretty Embellished Easter Eggs!
Eggs! Are you looking for a beautiful easter craft you can make and display? Well, here it is!! I first made these way back when I was a teenager or young adult. Some of the eggs pictured are the actual ones I made back then. I love making them because they are so fancy and delicate – Oh So Pretty! And they make a lovely holiday decoration or gift! The only tricky part is wrapping the egg. Other than that…
Posted in Crafter's Corner, Holidays and Seasons | By LoriGraceH
April 11, 2017
Easter Coloring Page
Bunny Coloring Page Who doesn’t love springtime, sunshine, colored eggs and the Easter Bunny? To help you celebrate the Easter holiday here is a printable coloring page with a cute rabbit and his basket full of eggs, just for you and the kids to enjoy. Print it out and use coloring crayons, markers or paints to make a fun and colorful picture. Hang them on the fridge or bulletin board for a cute holiday decoration. It’s free just because I…
Posted in Coloring Pages, Happy, Healthy, Smart Kids!, Holidays and Seasons | By LoriGraceH
April 10, 2017
Easter Apple Chicken Pasta Salad
Pasta Salad for Easter This delicious pasta salad is an Easter tradition in our family. It’s one of the things we look forward to every Spring. It’s savory and sweet at the same time. While it would be delicious anytime, Easter is a perfect time to add it to the menu. We often pair it with BBQ chicken and rolls. Yumm! Make some for your family this Easter!! Pasta Salad Recipe Here’s What You’ll Need: 4 Cups of Chicken, Cooked…
Posted in Holidays and Seasons, Let's Eat! | By LoriGraceH
April 7, 2017
Easter Books for Kids!
Books – Easter Books for Kids! Reading is so good for kids! I have a collection of stories about holidays and seasons that I like to put out for my grandkids to read when they come to Gramma’s house! They like to read them and learn about all the fun activities and events associated with the different holidays and the changing season. Of course, it’s always a delight when they will snuggle up next to me and let me read…
Posted in Holidays and Seasons, Uncategorized | By LoriGraceH
April 5, 2017
Hatching Chick Easter Cut Out Craft
Chick – Easter Craft Here’s a super fun easter craft for the kids. It’s a Hatching Chick inside of an Easter Egg and there is even a plan egg shell option available. When you sign up for the Love My Big Happy Family Newsletter it is my free gift to you. Instructions for Chick Craft Here’s What You’ll Need: Four Pieces of Card Stock Printer Scissors Markers, Crayons, Colored Pencils or Paint Paper Fastener (Brad) Glue Stick Here’s What You’ll Need…
Posted in Holidays and Seasons | By LoriGraceH
March 31, 2017
Blogging Grandmothers Link Party #12
Welcome to Blogging Grandmothers Link Party #12 Starts Saturday, April 1, 2017 at 12:05 am central time (United States) Ends Tuesday, April 4 at 11:55 pm Blogging Grandmothers Link Party Hosted By: Grammy Dee with Co-Hosts MiMi Clearissa and Grandma Candy Please welcome our newest Co-Host Gramma Lori REALLY SIMPLE RULES: • This party is for grandmother bloggers only • You may share any new or old, family friendly posts, no limit • By joining the party, you are giving the…
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March 30, 2017
Earning Your Children’s Trust
Everyone wants their children to trust them and to believe the things they say. Some parents just take it for granted that their children have faith and confidence in them. Others wonder why their kids sometimes express doubt and fear about whether or not they can count on their parents in a given situation. This is certainly a topic of importance that warrents some careful consideration from parents. Parents who want to earn their children’s trust will follow these ….
Posted in Happy, Healthy, Smart Kids! | By LoriGraceH
March 28, 2017
Castle Play Set – DIY
Castle Play Set. The Grands love this play castle I made for them. They play for hours with the Castle, Knights, Fairy Princesses and Dragons (who mysteriously disappeared before this photo shoot). With this fun play set and their imaginations my grandkids visit fairytale lands where amazing and magical things happen! Everything you need to make your very own Castle Play Set for your little ones can be purchased at Michael’s Craft Store. They also sell Safari Toobs, (tubes full…
Posted in Crafter's Corner, Happy, Healthy, Smart Kids! | By LoriGraceH
March 23, 2017
April Fools Day Gags and Gifts!
April Fool’s Day is right around the corner. With a little planning it can be a day of fun and laughter for your entire family! Here is a collection of gifts and gags I put together to help you make it a special occassion. Just click on the photo or the description link to be redirected to Amazon where you can purchase these fun items! A Round Tuit Everyone has those jobs that they’re planning to do when they get…
Posted in Holidays and Seasons | By LoriGraceH
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