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Appearing Rose Video

My son sent me this video, the other day, of a rose appearing in his hand. 🌹 He downloaded Shot FX, an app that helps you create cool videos. He’s made quite a few, so far. I wonder what he’ll send me next. 🤔 The latest was one of my daughter with moving angel wings.Continue reading “Appearing Rose Video”

Cool Books for Kids

I noted the books that have been turned into movies. Monkey Magic: The Curse of MukadaBy Grant S. ClarkAn 11 year old goes on a trip with her dad and ends up investigating a mystery. She may be the key to breaking an ancient curse and saving the rainforest! This book is adventurous, magical andContinue reading “Cool Books for Kids”

DIY Dress to Boho Bag

Kids grow out of their clothes so fast. Usually, they get donated, given to someone we know, or if craftiness calls, turned into something new. 🙂 This cute, no sew, boho bag was upcycled from a dress my daughter had out grown. It was a fun project and she loves letting people know we madeContinue reading “DIY Dress to Boho Bag”

Jewelweed

This plant is sometimes called touch-me-not because of its exploding seed pods. The plant below is what I think of when I hear touch-me-not. It closes up when it’s touched. I like the name Jewelweed because it looks shiny and silvery underwater, like a jewel. Jewelweed is great for poison ivy I don’t get it,Continue reading “Jewelweed”

Hostas

Hostas are also often called Plantain Lilies. They are a symbol of devotion. The entire plant is edible to humans, but toxic to cats, dogs and horses. They are part of the asparagaceae family so, not surprisingly, their shoots taste similar to asparagus. Actually, they may contain more minerals than asparagus and other well knownContinue reading “Hostas”

What’s Your Personality Type?

I am The Mediator (INFP-T) “Mediators are quiet, private free spirits who view life as an endless series of idealistic possibilities waiting to be realized. They typically try to get along with others and promote harmony.” – 16Personalities.com Here is a chart showing approximately how common each type is for both men and women FindContinue reading “What’s Your Personality Type?”

Daily Checklists

After a year of cyber school, I needed to updated my kids’ daily checklist. While I was at it, I made some for me too. 🙂 We can all use some motivation sometimes, right? I have these saved on my phone and use my stylus to edit them. My children like checking off their ownContinue reading “Daily Checklists”

Yooperlites

Yooperlites are syenite rocks that also contain the mineral sodalite. The sodalite glows under uv light. Yooperlite stimulates the third eye, throat and heart chakras. It is a stone of balance, peace and truth. Its vibrations can enhance your intuition, a deeper understanding of yourself and strengthen your inner bond, self love and self image.Continue reading “Yooperlites”