Motherhood

I saw this quote a few months ago and I can't get it out of my head.  I have a lot of regrets from my 11 years of motherhood, but I'm trying to focus on the future...  I hope I can be an intentional mother.  One who teaches, trains, guides, and plays with her children.  For the days are long, but the years are oh so very fast.  

To all you mothers out there, keep going.  Keep trying.  Keep doing your very best!

Which print is your favorite?  All sized to be a 4x6.

Teacher Appreciation Gift

It never hurts to start off on the right foot... right?  My kiddos took these cute paperclip light-bulbs to their teachers today for their 1st day of school!  This could be used all year long for any teacher appreciation or holiday gift!  You can find these paperclip light-bulbs at Walmart with all the office supplies.  Less than $2.00, but super cute!

School Routine Charts

What have you found helps your before and after school routines to run smoothly?  These simple pieces of paper help us.  The kids know what needs to happen, and the expectations are clear.  Print your own below or come up with your own as each home has a different routine!

Before School Routine Chart 

After School Routine Chart

BORED is a Bad Word!

These were my Mom's favorite two quotes when I was growing up, and now they have become mine... especially in the summer!!!

 4x6

4x6

Girls Camp Gift

I had two good friends serve as leaders up at Girls Camp.  I wanted to do a little something to welcome them home.  Sadly I forgot to take pictures before I gave them away.

This one I put with a giant Twix bar, and a fun face mask/wash.

This one I put with a MOUNDS candy bar, and also a fun face mask/wash.  

Surgery "sucks!"

Surgery is never fun, but being remembered is.  

2x3 Printable

We picked up this fun sucker for a neighborhood boy who had emergency surgery this week.  His Mom told me he said "this brought a happy feeling to my heart."  It is always nice to know someone cares.  

---I hope my Mom will excuse me for using the work suck... since its for a sucker...---

Women's Conference Quote

I had the wonderful opportunity to attend BYU Women's Conference.  In a breakout session Kara Murri said quoted President Nelson as saying "The Lord likes effort."  I can't get the quote out of my head.  Truth be told, I just want things to come easy.  I want answers to come like a text message, but that is not how the Lord works.  I need to prove to him I am willing and ready to receive his guidance in my life.  It takes effort.