7 Reasons Why Creative Mamas Stop Creating (and How to Avoid the Traps)
If you’re like me, you hit the ground running every day before the sun cracks the horizon and crash into
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Connect to Creativity and Art
Families in the Middle are full of color and need to create. It’s so important for us all to connect to creativity and art. Posts in this category will connect us to artists to inspire our souls. We’ll also explore crafts and other fun things to create. Need an idea for a party or other event? You might find some here!
3 Great Ways to Connect With Fun New Reading Material
The last couple of months have been quiet for my readers here at Meaningful Connections. Very few posts for you
Read moreSTEM Toys and Games to Add to Your Child’s Playroom
Are you trying to incorporate more STEM into your own children’s
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How to Soothe a Creative Soul When There’s No Time to Create
These last few weeks have been crazy. Between school starting and two kids in sports at opposite ends of our
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A Critical Lesson Creative People Can Learn from Sharknado
Last Sunday night Sharknado 5 spun wildly onto our TV screens screaming its tornadic intention to “Make America Bait Again.” We
Read moreMama-Needs-a-Minute Mush: a Two-Ingredient Slime / Putty Recipe
Parents—have you ever just needed a moment in slime time? That was me last Sunday. After a busy week, I
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Finding the “Flow” in Your Work
*This article contains affiliate links for products we love because they help increase our work flow!* What is flow? How
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Teacher Shares Ideas for Connecting to the Perfect Side Hustle
Do you have a hobby that you love? Is this pastime something you could monetize? Elementary education teacher Julie Shrum
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Blown Eggs and Broken Shells–An Easter Craft
*This post contains affiliate links for Easter-related products I use and enjoy. I may make a small commission off products
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Five Ways to Survive Your Child’s Slumber Party
Last December, we had ten third grade girls come to a slumber party for my daughter’s ninth birthday. Several friends, including parents
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