Wrapping Christmas Gifts with Love

By Becky | November 30, 2022
A gold-wrapped Christmas gift adorned with a festive ribbon showcasing nutcracker designs is beautifully displayed. The text reads: "Wrapping Christmas Gifts with Love" while promoting FaithFirstParent.com and FaithfulGrandparenting.com, perfect sites for holiday inspiration.

Gift wrapping gets my creativity is high gear. Finding a great gift and wrapping the present entices the person receiving the gift to enjoy the presentation as much as the gift itself. I also like the gifts as decorations under the Christmas tree, to add a festive flair! Each gift reminds me of a special…

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11 Tried and True Potty Training Tips

By Becky | March 16, 2017
In this small bathroom with a green wall, you'll find a child-friendly environment perfect for potty training. It features a toilet complete with tissue box and paper roll, a sink with granite countertop, and light blue towels above. A framed picture and switch adorn the wall while a shower curtain is partially visible.

Potty training…  Those who haven’t yet experienced toilet training a small child don’t usually understand the process. Those on the precipice or in the midst of potty training generally cringe. Those of us who have gone through it nod knowingly. Yes, it’s a THING for parents. Everyone has issues with it in one way or…

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Hot Tips for Fire Safety

By Becky | July 17, 2013
A charcoal grill loaded with delectable foods, including asparagus spears, burgers, sausages on a metal skewer, and fish fillets. Smoke rises enticingly from the grill, while green foliage blurs in the background. Always prioritize fire safety while enjoying your feast.

My family and I were at a friend’s home for a barbecue when the boys were little. The kids were playing together, adults talking and laughing. Everyone was having a good time when all of a sudden there was a blood-curding cry. One of the preschoolers had put her hand on the side of the…

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Laundry Room Logistics

By Becky | January 9, 2013
A wire laundry basket labeled "LAUNDRY No. 2" rests on a wooden floor, its shadow casting a soft pattern that enhances the rustic, simple aesthetic of the scene.

This month it’s time to get ORGANIZED! I hope last week’s blog post helped you to corral the clutter in your mudroom or entryway. It always feels good to get a room arranged so it functions well for the family. Another hard-working room in the house is the laundry room. This room typically gets a…

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