I’ve been printing off lists for spring cleaning and such around here. Actually, I think that fall cleaning has more benefit as the efforts seem to last longer, but in our home full of little ones and full of family life, twice a year decluttering and re-organizing is very helpful to this Mama. Besides, nothing happened this past fall since taking care of baby and staying sane was the main priority {said with a smile}! By the way, that still is a priority, but now the baby sleeps longer!
Well, while perusing various sites, distraction hit a bit and so here’s a few goodies for all~
:: first off, the cleaning and decluttering lists are found at Flylady’s site, who is currently doing a week-by-week schedule to home clean-up. I’m not participating, but it’s seems helpful.
:: comfort soup season is probably over, but this Tuscan-style Potato Soup from Lindsay looks too delicious! Agree?
:: the kids and I will have to try these creamy mango pops this summer. I love mangoes!
:: I’m all about simple toys for children, especially babies; making a few discovery bottles for our 7-month old has been easy and fun. Ours are simply glitter & water, googly-eyes and cotton balls in small plastic containers or water bottles.
:: I want to conquer the fear of sewing clothing and make a few twirly skirts for our 7-yr old. It’s hard to find modest skirts for young girls these days, so my frustration led to a search for a simple skirt with simple instructions. Let’s hope I can follow through!
:: As we’ve entered into the Lenten and Easter season, I’m using this book to focus on the sacrifice of Christ. So. Very. Good. A bit deep in parts, but very good. I will use this in future years as well.
:: And what else? Oh yes…I’m trying to find room in next year’s homeschooling budget to purchase a home laminator. This is an extra, not really a necessity though it would get used often. This ‘obsession’ has led to trying to find free history and science curriculums online so I can eliminate those purchases! It’s all a game….
Hope you and yours are well, enjoy a blessed weekend!
