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I’ll be the first to admit I have a long way to go in sustainable practices but I think what really matters is that I am trying to improve my habits. Every little step I can take to reduce the amount of waste I contribute makes progress. I’m excited to try to make even bigger changes in the future. This is the only planet we’ve got and if we all try to reduce, recycle, and reuse more it would certainly benefit our planet. I’m no expert, but here are small ways I am trying to be a little greener.
We just had my sister’s baby shower and I decided to use distressed mason jars as centerpieces. I knew it would be cheaper than purchasing a bunch of fresh bouquets and I liked that I could finish the centerpieces ahead of time.
Painting and distressing mason jars turned out to be a lot easier than I thought it would be. With just a few simple steps these mason jars make the perfect home and seasonal decor – especially for spring!
My husband and I had a wonderful time last weekend celebrating the marriage of one of our good friends in Ontario. Since the wedding was on Friday we were able to plan a day trip to Niagara Falls for Saturday before heading back home.
We had a great day, my only regret is that we didn’t spend more time in the adorable town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. If you find yourself in the Niagara Falls region I hope my travel tips below help!
Our daughter just turned four so I now feel confident in recommending gift ideas for three-year-olds. One fun aspect of three-year-olds is that their personality really starts to shine at this age. Also, the child has started to develop real interests which you can use to your advantage when selecting gifts. Does the child love to dance? If so, then maybe ballet slippers and a tutu would make great gifts. If the kid is fascinated by bugs surprise him/her with a magnifying glass, butterfly net, etc. Themed gifts are always a great way to go. I like to always add in a book that fits the theme (we’re big readers in our house). I hope this three-year-old gift guide helps you think of the perfect present.
This week I’ve been dealing with typical toddler behaviors of spitting, throwing toys, and screeching. The last thing I need are loud, obnoxious toys adding to the noise pollution in my household – I have very sensitive hearing. I was inspired to create a list of wonderful, quiet toys and activities for toddlers to enjoy. These quiet gifts for toddlers make very happy kids and parents.
