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For my cover for 2020 I went with something different with sharing goals and fave quotes. This year with changing the size to 6x12 I went with something a little simple, yet effective and I love it! Sort of has... Read more

My awesome sister-in-law Raven asked me a few months ago if I could make something for her: a shawl with pockets and fringe. The piece in the photo she sent me as an example was crocheted (sadly), so I set... Read more

...Since we are now in a (welcome) new year, it seems like a good time to highlight some of the newer and/or most well-received communication products that I’ve been hearing about, so here we go: Read more

2020 was a very different year and not just for my family, for everyone. One big difference I had is my eldest, Kira, moved away to another state in early January and then couldn't return home for a visit and... Read more

Let’s face it, our care recipients are often very demanding. After all, they are most likely in frequent emotional distress and/or physical pain. Add to that the fact that they are losing the ability to make decisions about their own life, and you’ve got a crabby person... Read more

Since 2013 I've had a one little word®. It's a tradition created by @aliedwards I'd like to say my one little word® guides me through the year, but if I'm completely honest there are times that I forget about my... Read more

I'm always interested to see what tools and toys other Montessori families use in their homes. Today I have compiled a list of the top materials ordered by HWM readers through Amazon in the year 2020. Some of these were... Read more

Here is the tally for the most popular names announced in The Telegraph in 2020, according to the Telegraph Announcements online database. Henry moved from second place in 2019 up to first place, shifting Edward to fifth place from its... Read more

While I live in an area that has routine blizzards, we have not had forest fires or hurricanes, so again I am blessed. We didn't even have a summer tornado here, though some nearby communities did... Read more

Focus The purpose of education should be to give all children a leg up, to help them prepare to be adults who can contribute to their families and communities and to live fulfilling lives. I hope that the new Department... Read more