My mom moments collection {Happy Mother's Day}

Written by contributing blogger, Christine Martin. There are some years where a Mother's Day gift finds me. Effortless and crystal clear, I just know what to get my mom to show her I love her. Other years, it's not so evident. A scarf? No, got her one two years ago. Flowers? How cliche. Gift certificates have been a recent favorite since I've been away from home a number of years now. But, these are not so personal. I am not a mom myself, but I imagine that there are billions of drawers out there filled with home-made or store bought Mom's Day cards. If I were a mom, I'd have one too. I'd keep everything my kid gave me; every...

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Spring Season {Butterflies}

Written by contributing blogger, Christine Martin.Spring is an invigorating season where colors, smells and activity breathe in new life. A simple way to celebrate this time is to take a closer look at butterflies. For children, the life cycle process brings awareness around transformation, growth, and beauty. A life science lesson, math lesson in symmetry, or an art project around color and contrast, this theme is full of educational moments.Oh, and then there's just the fun of looking at them on your wall.

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