Work of the Heart

Spring shopping is a little different this year. No window shopping, no stopping in to try on and no long walks through target with a Starbucks in hand. We are all spending lots of time at home. Unless you are a glutton for punishment, jeans are not happening. I found myself typing in things like ‘women’s loungewear’ and ‘athleisure clothes’ into my favorite online retailers search bar..  I have put together my favorites. Things that are comfy for all day teaching homeschool... but if you walk to the mailbox or take out the trash your neighbor won’t be suspicious whether you are in your jammies still. Athletic clothes are a must have... we are taking lots of walks and bike rides. Side note, we live in the South where it is already experiencing days of sunshine and hot weather. So most of my choices are warm weather friendly. Old Navy & Target are a couple of my favorite retailers for reasonably priced athletic gear. These blush 4’’ inseam athletic shorts are so cute (Ol...

I am seeing tie dye everywhere. So we decided to hop on that train. If you are like me you are looking for ways to mix up the fun being at home all day. I ordered a basic tie dye kit from Target . I ordered shirts from amazon and searched our own closet. This is an outdoor activity. I put out a tarp on our back porch as our work space. The kit really comes with everything, you just add water. I recommend having paper towel, baby wipes, grocery plastic bags and baking cooling racks. Don't be afraid to get creative.  The last shirt that my oldest daughter did (pink purple ombre) we mixed colors and really had a great time!  My other tip, spend the money on the nicer shirts.  I bought a pack of plain cotton tees...They turned out so cute that I wish I had bought softer more comfy shirts for the kids! All of use really enjoyed it and are super pleased with how this turned out. We will definitely do this again!

Like everyone across the country and world... we are in the midst of the corona virus pandemic. Kids are home, social distancing is a word in our everyday vernacular and life is different. We happen to be on spring break this week. So we have a week off of homeschooling and are enjoying a relaxed schedule. I have been trying to do a craft project a day with the kiddos. Painting rocks, Easter cards etc. today.... cloud dough. I absolutely abhor making slime and things like that! But this dough is so simple... it’s a home run! Baby lotion & corn starch that’s all it takes. We added essential oil.  Ratio is 1 part lotion to two parts corn starch. I did 2 1/2 cups corn starch & 1 1/4 cup lotion. Divided the dough between the three girls and they added the essential oil of choice.