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almost here

almost here

Almost here. Spring is almost here. Almost.

spring is almost here via the Path Less Traveled

This is the sight that greeted me when I came downstairs this morning – our first crocus bloom.

spring is almost here via the Path Less Traveled

I know that I just said that I love snow, but seeing this little flower made me so happy this morning that I almost cried {part of that was due to only getting 3 hours sleep (sick babies!), but still … it made me really happy :)}.

spring is almost here via the Path Less Traveled

 So, do you love Winter? Are you sad to see it loosen it’s grip? Or are you eagerly embracing signs of Spring? Or both?

Don’t forget – tomorrow is the shipping deadline for St. Patrick’s Day! And it’s also the expiration date for the 20% off St. Patty’s Day items coupon {enter “lucky” when checking out to claim it}!

 

XO

p.s. how did I on earth manage to write this while signed in as my husband again?! Whoops!

a quick question ….

a quick question ….

…with a surprise giveaway! (note – I’m also going to be drawing from the facebook comments for this)

the Path Less Traveled: new!I’m working like crazy around here, keeping up with the little ones, the shop, housework and oh yes, time with my husband{:)}, but still am looking to put some new things in the shop :)  As I’m refining a few new things, I thought I’d send out a quick question to all of you lovely readers – what new product(s) would you like to see in the shop? I’ll pick a name from the comments for someone to receive a special something from the shop {it’ll be a surprise!}:D

 

(this is a flash giveaway and will end at midnight EST, February 14, 2013)

How-Tuesday #4 – child-made Valentines

How-Tuesday #4 – child-made Valentines

Well, the picture in my head for this post and how it actually turned out are a little different, mostly due to me deciding to actually have my children make the Child-made Valentines {novel idea, I know ….} on their own. It turned out so different that I was thinking of skipping the post this week, but then thought that you’d enjoy seeing it anyway, so here it is for your enjoyment!

the Path Less Traveled child made Valentines

the Path Less Traveled: making ValentinesStep one: get really brave and allow your child to squeeze their own glue :)

the Path Less Traveled: making ValentinesStep two: watch your child choose their own supplies from the array you’ve provided – the ones of choice for this project were: large construction paper hearts, paper doilies and small colored hearts

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step three: watch the child enjoy pouring out their love and creativity

the Path Less Traveled: making Valentines

the Path Less Traveled: making Valentines

the Path Less Traveled: making Valentinesand then, step four, sit back and admire them :) And plan who they’re going to give them to! Grampa? Mimi? Daddy? Baby Sister?

All in all, this was quite a sweet project. The finished products weren’t really what I had envisioned {think lace, glitter, etc.}, but they were even sweeter because of the originality that the little ones brought. And I know that all their loved ones will adore them! :)

The real “how-Tuesday” today, I think, is learning how to release your child to create however they choose – even though I deeply desire them to create on their own and love the creative process, somehow I have a hard time letting them. Do any of you find this for yourselves?

I hope you’re having a lovely Valentine week!

<3

p.s. don’t forget! the shop coupon code for 15% off of your entire purchase {BeMine} expires midnight on the 14th