Enchanted Teacup Birthday Party Review:
Magical and Relaxing

May 14 2012

Posted by Elizabeth as Adventures in Parenting, Birthday Party Guide, One Parents Perspective, Parenting Resources, Reviews

It was the calmest birthday party I’ve ever attended. Seven three and four year-olds, gifts, cake, dressup, princesses, prizes, games and dancing….

You think that those things together are a recipe for chaos but it was completely enchanting. The girls were all completely enraptured and on their best behaviour. It was amazing. And also completely adorable. You could almost say, the party-goers were under a spell!

Enchanted Teacup was the special venue. The birthday girl’s Mom only had to supply a cake, some juice and guests. Everything else (cleanup, invites, games, prizes and entertainment; not to mention the adorable location) were included in the party package. We were fortunate enough to be hosted by two princesses: Snow White and Cinderella!
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Precious Possessions: Teaching Respect
KP Been There Done That Squad

May 10 2012

Posted by Elizabeth as Adventures in Parenting, Been There Done That, One Parents Perspective, Parenting Resources

A team of over twenty-five parents who have all sorts of parenting experiences. From the Mom of thirteen with one on the way, to the first-time Mom of one. We have new Dads to the Dad of three. From the experienced parent, to the rookie! If you want the truth…. we are all rookies. Each day presents something new, somewhere we have not already been, something that we have not already done. So, why not look to someone who has?!

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Our current question…

How have your taught your child(ren) to respect their possessions? This includes things that belong to you, your family and gifts that they receive.
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Rhubarb Coffee Cake Recipe: Kidz In The Kitchen

May 09 2012

Posted by Holly as Adventures in Parenting, Kidz In The Kitchen, One Parents Perspective

I was trying to come up with a yummy recipe for the rhubarb in my backyard and I remembered a friend (from back in my Fort Nelson days) made a very delicious coffee cake with rhubarb. She kindly shared the recipe with me! Thanks Pam!

My kids were hesitant to make a “coffee cake” until I told them we didn’t actually put coffee in the cake!
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Sunlight Art: Crafting With Kids

May 08 2012

Posted by Elizabeth as Adventures in Parenting, Crafting with Kids

I was shopping in Tumbleweed Toys the other day and I came across Sun Art Paper. I was reminded of my Photography 11/12 class and picked some up to create with my kids.

Check it out…

You collect an assortment of treasures.

Place them on the acrylic sheet over the photo-sensitive (blue) paper for about 5 minutes.

Then, you rinse the paper off and leave it to dry. It’s so much fun to watch the images form.

*I am having issues getting my images to load but I will try again later. Until then, you will just have to take my word for it… or try it on your own!!*

We need a little more practice but what a fun activity for a sunny afternoon!