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MOM OF BOYS: COMIC RELIEF FOR MOMS OF THE MALE VARIETY {ROUND 11}

June 15, 2014 By Michelle Barneck 3 Comments

A few months ago, I began jotting down things I hear around the house from my boys because, well, they make me laugh. In an attempt to give others a giggle, it’s now turned in to a full on Mom of Boys series on the 3rd Sunday of each month. It gives me a good reminder each month why I love my silly boys so much and it’s so fun to look back on months past as they grow up. If you missed our first Mom of Boys posts be sure to go back!
Let’s explain how this will work and who things were said by…

A = my skinny, karate obsessed, 6 1/2 year old  
L = my spunky, snack loving, 3 1/2 year old
J = my geeky chic husband
M = me aka mom of boys

This is in no way meant to be a parenting lesson. Just a little peek into our crazy and at times comical lives.

Mom of boys…things you never thought you’d hear in your home, then you birthed a boy.

M: Do you know how much I love you?
L: 17
M: Oh, 17, your favorite number?
L: Yeah!

M: What is your favorite animal?
L: Giraffe.
M: Oh, giraffe, why do you like giraffes so much?
L: Because a giraffe fan can cut cheese. (we have a little handheld giraffe fan)

L: (touches my leg) You should shave your pokie things off. What are they?
M: Hairs.
L: Why are they pokie?
M: Because they are short.
L: oh. Ow. Ow. They hurt. But, they don’t hurt when I have a glove on.

M: Are you going to help me with this little baby when he comes?
L: Ya, but when he goes to sleep he’s going to have to wear diapers. But, when he’s 17 he won’t wear diapers.

M: Something stinks. Can I seriously smell your feet from here?
L: No, I don’t smell a stink. I only stink on Friday.

A: Pretend you’re a baby tiger falling in to a volcano.
Two minutes later…
A: Want to be a bungee hanging zombie?

M: Did you have fun at the zoo?
L: Yes!
M: Well, we have a pass so we can go anytime we want.
L: Let’s go in gradvember!

M: How do you like that frosty?
L: Five
M: What?
L: Ten.

Have your kids made you laugh lately? What comical or off the wall things have you said or overheard your kids say? Share in the comments and we will choose our favorites to share in our Mom of Boys post on July 20th.

 

15 Fun Family Reunion Games

June 12, 2014 By Michelle Barneck 10 Comments

Summer is here, tis the season for family reunions. Planning one can be difficult so let us ease your anxiety with a few fun and creative activity ideas. We love playing games and what better way to bond and get to know family. We’ve rounded up our fifteen favorite family reunion games including some for the family history buff, the spunky kids and the strategist. Take a look over our list and let us know what you think.

15 Fun Family Reunion Games

Get to Know Your Family Games

We’d Like to Welcome

A great icebreaker. Stand if you fit the description read aloud (ie. loves to cook, has been to Disneyland, can play the piano, etc)

ice breaker activities

Did You Know

People write down interesting facts about themselves and you guess who it is.

"Did You Know?" Box

Family History Photo Swap

Have people bring pictures of family members, homes, etc and let people guess who/what they are.

Family Face Bingo

A twist on a classic that comes with a template to add in pictures of your family members.

Who am I?

Everyone gets a sticky with a name and people have to answer questions (Are I taller than you? Do I have kids?) to help them guess who it is.

Who Am I?

Active/Outdoor Family Reunion Games

Frisbee Golf with Free Printable

A snap to put together with a few laundry baskets and frisbees.

Human Foosball

I’m pretty sure this would be a complete crack up.

Water Balloon Toss

The classic. I remember doing this since I was young.

Water Balloon Toss

Rainbow Tag

The basic gist…hide colored popsicle sticks with a face paint crayon. Players find the sticks and mark their faces with that color. First one to find all the colors wins.

Rainbow Tag

Frisbee Dodge

Like dodge ball, but with frisbees.

Shoe Pile Scramble

Another one I remember from my youth. Put all the shoes in a pile and run to find and put yours on first.

Shoe-Pile Scramble

Frisbee Tic Tac Toe

Painters tape and a dollar store shower curtain. Done.

Teamwork Family Reunion Games

Roll Out the Marble

A fun relay to see who can get their marble from here to there first.

Roll Out the Marble

Spaghetti Structures

See who can build the tallest structure with spaghetti and marshmallows.

Pulling Together

Work together to make the tallest stack.

Pulling Together

Did your favorite make the list? Do you have a classic game that has spanned the years of family reunions?

Buzzing Bee Balloons

June 9, 2014 By Michelle Barneck 3 Comments

Today we’re sharing a quick and easy activity to keep the kids busy this summer using things you probably already have around the house. We learned this clever idea during a trip to the Thanksgiving Point Children’s Garden and thought it would be great to share. We’re making buzzing bee balloons. Buzzing? Yes! Give them a spin and they make a sound. You’ll see.

buzzing bee balloons kids activity

The supplies are simple. All you need is a hex nut, a yellow balloon and a black permanant marker to create this cute little guy!

Place the hex nut inside the balloon,  blow it up, and tie it closed. Don’t blow the balloon up too big or it will pop easily. Use the marker to draw wings, stripes, and a friendly face. Older kids can easily draw the face and personalize themselves, but littler kids will need some help.

How do you make it buzz? We’ll let my little guy show you how simple it is. Just shake the balloon so the hex nut rotates inside.

Even my toddler can make it buzz on his own with a little shakety shake. They had tons of fun buzzing around and flying them in the yard!

June Visiting Teaching Message Handout & TheLDSStore.com Giveaway

June 1, 2014 By Michelle Barneck 20 Comments

Giveaway below sponsored by TheLDSStore.com. 

The June Visiting Teaching Message is titled The Divine Mission of Jesus Christ: Minister. My favorite quote and thus the one that made the handout is simple, four words actually, but powerful. First observe, then serve. Linda K. Burton hit the nail on the head. We should watch out for those around us and when we see a need fill it.

June Visiting Teaching Message First Observe Then Serve

Feel free to download, print, and share the June Visiting Teaching Message Handout with your sisters. It is designed for a 4×6 photo card.

We have another fun freebie to brighten your Sunday! TheLDSStore.com is giving away a $50 gift card. They have jewelry, home decor, scripture bags, seasonal items, and more. The selection of CTR rings is HUGE! Here are a few of my favorite items.

TheLDSStore.com $50 Gift Card Giveaway

They even carry the two olive wood nativities I brought home from my trip to Jerusalem! So what are you waiting for? Scootch on down and enter to win using the rafflecopter form below.

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