Hair Accessory Tutorial

The best thing about this Hair Accessory Holder is that is is super cute and only took about ten minutes!

I picked up a burlap wrapped canvas board at Walmart in the Art section for about $4.  You could also replace the fabric on  a regular canvas board.

 Decided how many rows you want to make sure they fit.  Don't limit yourself to just one or two kinds of ribbon like me, get creative!

 Measure & mark for ribbon placement.  A glue gun works great, but it will depend on your material i.e. fabric or wood.  Could also use flat push pins or nails.

 These little hooks are so simple to use that after the initial push in my 6 year old daughter finished them up.  Found in the hardware store at Walmart.  We don't have much more available to us when it comes to supply outlets.

Lastly is to fasten a ribbon on it for hanging.  I tied the Ribbon first and them tied the ends onto nails.

Dust off your wheels ladies!

I started roller derby in September of 2012 and it has been an awesome ride.  Come for the exercise or the fun, either way I know you'll have a blast!

Welcome Derby Fans! It's official, Trinidad has a Women's Roller Derby League. We are holding practices now at Skateland (Trinidad, Main St) Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:30 PM-6:00 and Saturdays from 10 AM-12:00PM.  Anyone who's interested is welcome to come down and check us out. Also find us on facebook .

Fun for all ages!!

The Aquatic Center in Raton, NM is awesome!  The large kiddie pool complete with a train slide and easy entryway is featured on the right.  On the Left enjoy a fun water slide, water basketball, a whirlpool, and a rock climbing wall.  They are open 9:30-11:30 AM and 3:30-5:30 PM Monday-Friday.  Saturdays 1:00-6:00 PM, and Sunday 1:00-5:00 PM.  Check out their site or give them a call to confirm times at Raton Aquatic Center  A great place to have a birthday party but mostly just have fun any day of the week.

Kid Friendly Homes

"Mom, I need a drink of water"  repeated several times a day x # of children, doubled in summer.

One of the best things I ever did was put one of these things on my counter.

It's high enough that my youngest cannot use it (1 1/2) but perfect for the other two (3&5).  Place an absorbent rug or towel on floor for little spills.  

Next make cups accessible so they can do it on their own. so the next best thing I did was toss (literally) all the kid's plastic dishes and cups in a large bottom drawer where they can reach it.
Not only can they get thier own drinks of water, but help set the table and empty the dishwasher.  Oh it is pure bliss.  

Presenting: Vinegar in all it's splendor

It's something small yet something you will encounter for probably the rest of your life.  Taking a sticker off and dealing with that stickiness that won't come up.  Courtesty of my sister, here is a great tip, use vinegar.  It really is that simple.  A little vinegar on a paper towel or rag will get it right off.   Isn't vinegar great? Check out the following link for 1001 ways to use vinegar from cleaning to gardening http://www.vinegartips.com/scripts/pageViewSec.asp?id=7 .

Gaining a better perspective

The words "I am not my body" keep ringing in my head time and again. They are from a woman I have never met, yet I can't forget them. I wonder what she means, finally I crack and find out. This is her story of courage and love. I hope we can always remember the importance of what we are doing as she so well reminded me. Thank you Stephanie.

I shared this with my 4-year old daughter who, like most little girls are very concerned with being "pretty". She cut her own her to be "pretty", and now gets upset because it is not "pretty" and long yet. I explained about what happenes to your skin when it gets burned, she was very curious. I asked her if she thought this lady was beautifull and she said "yes", and said I should be more like her. That was a good moment. Thank you Stephanie for letting her know about "pretty".




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Juggling With Kids: Cloud Dough

There is nothing better than a warm sandy beach in the winter, except maybe when you can have it at home. Check out this awesome blog to learn all about making your own.
Juggling With Kids: Cloud Dough

OR

Try rainbow rice found here http://shareandremember.blogspot.com/

Image of Women

I have often pondered on what it was like for my grandmother, her mother, or even her mother and the issues they faced. Yes, some are the same but in this age us women (yes, men are too, but I have trouble enough walking in my own shoes to try yours) have so many things thrown at us, many of which we don't talk about.

Killing Us Softly: Advertising's Image of Women

"Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage." ~Lao Tzu


Sue Johnson

For more advice visit The Two of Us

GoLocalProv Lifestyle New Research: Couples Keep Fighting Over Years
http://www.golocalprov.com/

Do Nothing: A Novel Approach to Solving Marriage Problems

http://www.divorcebusting.com/

The simple act of trying to solve your marriage problems can sometimes have the opposite effect. Weiner-Davis advises that sometimes its best to do nothing.

The Biggest Divorce "Don't" of All

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/

Are you sitting on the, "Should-I-stay-or-should-I-go" fence, endlessly weighing the pros and cons about your marriage?

Guest Book Ideas - Let's have some fun!

Picture framed guest book, adjust size according to crowd.

Scrapbook style guest book,

could be bound or pages loose to accomidate larger crowds.

Light ink is harder to read, consider using lighter paper and darker ink.

Quilt guest book

Squares could also be loose and sewn together after

Printed photo guest book

Notebook style guest book
Allows a pic of the guest to include with message

Printed photo guest book

My brother in-law had these pages at his wedding/reception.

It is a loose page with space for advice, selt portrait drawing, and to share about the day and bride and groom. Is a little more time consuming, might be good for the wedding party.

Card style guest book offers a wide range of deocrating ideas

and is easy to add to a scrapbook or save with other wedding memorabilia.

Larger cards do the same and offer space for some embellishments while still keeping it simple

Fingerprint guest books are fun and make great pictures.

Could do something with hearts or even flowers.

Or ballons....

It's your wedding, make it your style and create some lasting memories.

Of course you can't beat this!

One day I might learn how to upload photos in the order I want but since that is not today you can start at the end and end up somewhere else at the bottom (and yes that is my 2yr old's foot, wouldn't be complete without it). I give all the credit to an amazing friend of mine who did this. She will forever be an ispiration to me.

Power of the Mind

"The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a Heaven of Hell, a Hell of Heaven." -John Milton

Is Depression Good for You? - Depression Center - Everyday Health

http://www.everydayhealth.com/

Depression can be severe and debilitating, but it can also help us thrive and survive in our environment, some researchers say. Learn about its positives.

Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins!!!

Get inspired for Pumpkins this Halloween. You can use almost anything to decorate a pumpkin, make it easy for kids or create a great cute home decor.







Use washable magic markers that are easy to wipe off when you make a mistake and finish with a permanant marker.

Spray paint pumpkin and then use the end of a spoon to scratch away paint to create designs.

Try outlining your image by scraping off the top layer. Add dimension by using other objects or paint or permenant marker for extra design.

These fun pumpkins are wrapped using double sided tape and ribbon, or sequins.

Pumpkin bugs! this one is a super cute one that any girl would love, but try mixing it up with paperclips, jar rings, buttons, or anything else in that drawer full of clutter.

Kids will love to make this funny face by using Mr. Potatoe Head parts.

Toothpicks and candy make another easy way for youngsters to do it themselves.