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Weekend Reads 1.16.16

January 16, 2016 by notjustcute Filed Under: Weekend Reads Leave a Comment

Brave - Brene

I loved this quote from Brené Brown, I found in her latest book,Rising Strong (affiliate link).  There are a million amazing take-aways and quotes in this book, but this one struck me as I thought about the importance of that small, safe place for our children as they grow, fall, and rise strong.  Check out this great read! [Read more…]

Weekend Reads 3.20.15

March 20, 2015 by notjustcute Filed Under: Weekend Reads Leave a Comment

budsWelcome Spring!

Articles:

(Some of the most popular posts from my Facebook feed this week!)

Try Kindness First {Steady Mom}

“Think back to a time when you were feeling your most fragile and vulnerable–has harshness ever helped you smooth over inner rough places?”

The Vital Importance of a Strong Foundation {Not Just Cute}

One from my own archives: It’s not “just” play, and it’s not “just” art, and it’s not “just” story time. This is the [Read more…]

Weekend Reads 3.6.15

March 6, 2015 by notjustcute Filed Under: Weekend Reads Leave a Comment

Typewriter(I’m still giddy about this vintage typewriter I scored at Goodwill last week!)

Articles:

(Some of the most popular posts from my Facebook feed this week!)

Elementary School Dumps Homework and Tells Kids to Play Instead {DNAinfo}

‘In response to DNAinfo’s inquiries, Hsu released a statement defending the new homework policy — insisting that the playtime, conversations with relatives and unstructured reading was key to education.

“We are excited that we are redefining the landscape of homework — but we are certainly not eliminating homework,” Hsu said.

“We are creating opportunities for students and their families to engage in activities that research has proven to benefit academic and social-emotional success in the elementary grades. We look forward to seeing the positive impact our newly-designed homework options will have on our students and their families.”’

Responses that Work with Children {Carrots are Orange} [Read more…]

Weekend Reads 11.22.14

November 22, 2014 by notjustcute Filed Under: Uncategorized, Weekend Reads 2 Comments

walk

All the best from my Facebook feed.  Follow me there to catch even more! [Read more…]

Weekend Reads 10.4.14

October 4, 2014 by notjustcute Filed Under: Weekend Reads 2 Comments

water

Articles:

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Weekend Reads 9.5.14

September 5, 2014 by notjustcute Filed Under: Weekend Reads Leave a Comment

Field and Sky

Whew.

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Weekend Reads: 6.22.14 — HOP for HOPE

June 22, 2014 by notjustcute Filed Under: Uncategorized, Weekend Reads Leave a Comment

HOP for HOPE

We all have them.  Those moments when we realize we’ve taken some of life’s most miraculous moments for granted.  I’ve been blessed to bring home four healthy baby boys.  Fairly uneventful beyond the profound wonder that is birth.

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Weekend Reads 5.9.14

May 9, 2014 by notjustcute Filed Under: Uncategorized, Weekend Reads 1 Comment

WR

Articles:

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Weekend Reads 4.12.14

April 12, 2014 by notjustcute Filed Under: Uncategorized, Weekend Reads 2 Comments

WR

Articles:

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Weekend Reads 3.29.14

March 29, 2014 by notjustcute Filed Under: Uncategorized, Weekend Reads Leave a Comment

WR

Nothing says “Spring Break” like driving 1860 miles in a minivan!  That’s what’s on our agenda.  What does Spring Break look like for your family? [Read more…]

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