"What is in a Moment?"
Hello and Happy Holidays from Kids Klutter and
Aspen Lane Gifts!
Have you every stopped to think about what a
moment might look like in each of our days? Let's
take a look. It takes a moment to wake up and
decide to start the day on a positive or negative
note. It takes a moment to respond to a child's
needs. It takes a moment to watch an animal scurry
through the backyard. It takes a moment to capture
the sunrise or sunset. It takes a moment to say hello
to a passing stranger, I love you to a family member
or you mean a lot to me to a friend. Wow! Think
about what we accomplish in a moment of time and
also what it might mean to how our days work or do
not work.
During this holiday season we are busier then ever
and it has just begun. Black Friday shopping has
passed and Cyber Monday approaches. We have
all started those Christmas lists and the calendar is
most likely already looking full! Crazy time begins!
STOP the craziness this holiday season before it
gets out of control. Simplify your life over the next five
weeks and think about finding those moments to treasure.
Say "no" to the things you can and find more family and
friend time. As you decorate, look around and see the
smile in a child, the wonder in your family and the love
within your hearts. Make your life simple this holiday.
Buy gifts for the needy, volunteer at a shelter, serve a
meal to the home bound. The teachable and most meaningful
moments are the easiest to find and they are all around us!
And, make your own gift giving simple and smaller this
year. It is not in the cost, the size or the gift itself...it is
in the act of giving that makes the difference and true
moments are discovered!
We wish you the happiest, healthiest and simplist of
holidays this year and may your moments come in many
ways! And, may your treasures be that of the heart!
If we can assist you in special basket gifts, please visit
us at www.aspenlanegifts.com or through www.kidsklutter.com.
Happy holidays!
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Tools For Families
Hello from Kids Klutter!
Well the school year is in full swing now. How do we make sure we are on track for a successful year? What tools do we need to have in order to be successful this school year in our families?
As a parent, we need the standard things to get our children ready...new clothes and school supplies. We
also need to formulate a schedule that meets the needs of the entire family. How do we figure this all out?
Several blogs ago, we talked about having a family meeting. This is still a great place to start in getting
everyone on the same page. Go over the master schedule, where it will be posted, when things will be added, when will family meetings happen, who is responsible for what on certain days and so on. Even if you feel like you are always running, roping everyone back in for a weekly meeting around a meal and keeping a master schedule will give you some basic tools in organization. And, if you designate your day before the school year gets crazy, then you will get that commitment to making that weekly meeting take place regularly.
On another note, think about the technology in your home. A recent trip to the doctors office left my head spinning over the new research on kids around screens. This is any kind of screen...phone, computer, television, game boy, kindle, etc. They have now discovered that if children are in front of a screen for
more than 2 hours a day (based on 14 years of age and younger), brain cells are actually shrinking. I was baffled. We think as parents we are giving our kids that needed down time when they get home with games or television and they could have already been in front of a screen for a significant amount of time at school.
We need to get back to basics in our homes...send the children outside everyday for a chunk of time, have no technology days where nothing goes on and cell phones are left in a basket at the door, get those board games out and communicate through conversation. Also, an actual book is better than a kindle or e-reader. Yes, we want our children to learn technology for the future; however, it could end up costing more than bargained for. It is important we all learn to find that balance in our homes.
And finally, routines are important for all ages. We function best if we know what to expect in our day so that we can combat those things we cannot change. Morning, daytime, evening are equally important in some consistency. Think about what this would look like for your family and make it a habit now.
We on the kids klutter team understand parenting because we are parents ourselves. We know the trials and triumphs. We are all in this together! Get the supplies and tools your need to have a more
peaceful schoolyear! Enjoy the time together as it passes quickly.
Well the school year is in full swing now. How do we make sure we are on track for a successful year? What tools do we need to have in order to be successful this school year in our families?
As a parent, we need the standard things to get our children ready...new clothes and school supplies. We
also need to formulate a schedule that meets the needs of the entire family. How do we figure this all out?
Several blogs ago, we talked about having a family meeting. This is still a great place to start in getting
everyone on the same page. Go over the master schedule, where it will be posted, when things will be added, when will family meetings happen, who is responsible for what on certain days and so on. Even if you feel like you are always running, roping everyone back in for a weekly meeting around a meal and keeping a master schedule will give you some basic tools in organization. And, if you designate your day before the school year gets crazy, then you will get that commitment to making that weekly meeting take place regularly.
On another note, think about the technology in your home. A recent trip to the doctors office left my head spinning over the new research on kids around screens. This is any kind of screen...phone, computer, television, game boy, kindle, etc. They have now discovered that if children are in front of a screen for
more than 2 hours a day (based on 14 years of age and younger), brain cells are actually shrinking. I was baffled. We think as parents we are giving our kids that needed down time when they get home with games or television and they could have already been in front of a screen for a significant amount of time at school.
We need to get back to basics in our homes...send the children outside everyday for a chunk of time, have no technology days where nothing goes on and cell phones are left in a basket at the door, get those board games out and communicate through conversation. Also, an actual book is better than a kindle or e-reader. Yes, we want our children to learn technology for the future; however, it could end up costing more than bargained for. It is important we all learn to find that balance in our homes.
And finally, routines are important for all ages. We function best if we know what to expect in our day so that we can combat those things we cannot change. Morning, daytime, evening are equally important in some consistency. Think about what this would look like for your family and make it a habit now.
We on the kids klutter team understand parenting because we are parents ourselves. We know the trials and triumphs. We are all in this together! Get the supplies and tools your need to have a more
peaceful schoolyear! Enjoy the time together as it passes quickly.
Monday, August 13, 2012
Timing
Timing
Welcome
back from Kids Klutter! It is that time
of the year again when we begin to get organized for the start of school. Supply lists, new clothes, back to school
events and getting the schedule in tune for the entire family.
Having
three children myself, I look at each of them and realize how very different
they are in how they organize themselves for any day. I began to think what that meant to the
family dynamics at bedtime and in the morning for us. One of my children chooses to sleep until the
last minute and throws everything together at last the last minute. My other has a very specific needed routine
and if is rushed in anyway, their entire day is off. My third child, is just fine with being woken
up at a certain time and getting ready always goes with the flow. And, then you have my husband and I have with
our own routines, which typically involve getting up much earlier then the kids
and being ready to run the troops from point a to point b. Mornings are busy in our home for sure. Does
this all sound too familiar?
What
it comes down to is timing in each of our homes. We cannot expect the entire family to fit
into a mold that may not be conducive to one’s own success in getting ready for
bed and morning. As they get older, they
develop more of a personal identity and what works for them all around. It is key, we, as parents, take that into
consideration when we are trying to make the bedtime and morning schedule run
smoothly. Understanding the “timing” of
our children is most important in how they will greet the day and have success
throughout. On that note, make sure you
are organized in the routine as well. Our
children totally feed off our energy in the scope of their day. I have had stressful days where I left my
child at drop off feeling bewildered and to be honest, it totally ruined my own
day.
Sitting
down with your children and developing a bed time and morning routine,
involving them in the process is a great way to bond. More importantly, it shows them they do have
control over their day in making it a successful one.
We
at kids klutter wish you a peaceful, successful and exciting school year. And, if you are interested in hearing about
more fundraising opportunities for your school, jump on our website at www.kidsklutter.com and check us out.
Have a great year from your kids klutter team!
Monday, July 23, 2012
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We’re huge Crayola fans around here at kids klutter. We encourage all ages from 1-99 to take up a marker, crayon,paint brush or chalk and enjoy being creative.At www.kidsklutter.com we have never bought a Crayola product for our kit's that wasn’t absolutely top quality. If it says it’s washable, it is. We won’t let other so-called washable paints and markers into our kits because We've been burned before by other so called washable items. We want the best product for our customers and Crayola does that for us!
To celebrate all the artist old and young We are offering our great Crayola give away pack!
All you have to do is
1.Leave a comment on this post letting us know your favorite crayola memory and or product is.
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3. Have one of your friends "Like" us on face book- be sure
they leave your name when they drop by.
You can have as many friends leave your name but they must
"like" kids klutter.
Color Wonder Watercolor Paint Set
Pip-Squeaks Mix ‘Ems
Markers
24 count Crayola Crayons
8 Count Washable Crayola markers
Crayola glue
Twistable Crayons
And More! Value at
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No purchase necessary to enter. Winners will be selected
randomly through http://random.org. Crayola and kidsklutter employees are ineligible
to participate. All entries received after Sunday, July 29,2012 at midnight PDT will not be considered.
Entries that do not follow all of the entry requirements will not be
considered.
Good luck and dont forget to share!~
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Is Summertime restful?
Do these approaching longer days mean more rest
or more chaos? School has ended and we are busier
than ever. Play dates, sports, outdoor activities,
vacations and projects that were saved to complete
over the summer. How do we as families make sure
we are focusing on those things most important over
the summer time?
During the school year there is typically a defined
schedule of sorts. We go to school and work each
day. Homework, activities and sports become the
focus in the afternoons. Dinner and a set bedtime
follow. What happens in the summer time? Is there
a daily routine or are we just as scheduled out?
Despite what appears to be a more open day, a
summertime plan with boundaries is just as critical
as during the school year. Make sure that your family
has created more family time in your day. Keep night
time routines similar to the school year, so that getting
back into the swing of things come August is not a
nightmare. And, make sure you have boundaries set
for children of all ages for activities.
As parents, we tend to think that summer time will be
that of rest, rejuvenation and completing things that did
not happen during the other seasons; however, that
is not always the case. Summer time can be more of
a juggling act due to work and vacation. This can
lead to added stress. Summer time should be that of
slowing down, revisiting those things that do make you
feel energized and making more time for family events
that cannot always happen during the school year.
Whatever you find this summer, make it memorable,
restful and enjoyable for everyone in the family. This
is a great time to work on goals independently and
together. Have each member plan something this
summer that they are in charge of coordinating for the
whole family. Even the youngest of children can plan
a day out. Assign projects to each person to help and
talk about how everyone contributes to the home.
Remember to empower one another to understand
the importance of each other's roles in your family
and how they work together as one. And, take time
for yourself as parents. A walk, a dinner out, a movie
or just ten minutes of uninterrupted time together.
Make it happen!
All of us at Kids Klutter wish you a safe, fun and
adventurous summer time together. If you are interested
in helping your school make money through two simple
fundraising opportunities, please visit us on our website
at www.kidsklutter.com. We can help your community!
Blessings and happy summer!
or more chaos? School has ended and we are busier
than ever. Play dates, sports, outdoor activities,
vacations and projects that were saved to complete
over the summer. How do we as families make sure
we are focusing on those things most important over
the summer time?
During the school year there is typically a defined
schedule of sorts. We go to school and work each
day. Homework, activities and sports become the
focus in the afternoons. Dinner and a set bedtime
follow. What happens in the summer time? Is there
a daily routine or are we just as scheduled out?
Despite what appears to be a more open day, a
summertime plan with boundaries is just as critical
as during the school year. Make sure that your family
has created more family time in your day. Keep night
time routines similar to the school year, so that getting
back into the swing of things come August is not a
nightmare. And, make sure you have boundaries set
for children of all ages for activities.
As parents, we tend to think that summer time will be
that of rest, rejuvenation and completing things that did
not happen during the other seasons; however, that
is not always the case. Summer time can be more of
a juggling act due to work and vacation. This can
lead to added stress. Summer time should be that of
slowing down, revisiting those things that do make you
feel energized and making more time for family events
that cannot always happen during the school year.
Whatever you find this summer, make it memorable,
restful and enjoyable for everyone in the family. This
is a great time to work on goals independently and
together. Have each member plan something this
summer that they are in charge of coordinating for the
whole family. Even the youngest of children can plan
a day out. Assign projects to each person to help and
talk about how everyone contributes to the home.
Remember to empower one another to understand
the importance of each other's roles in your family
and how they work together as one. And, take time
for yourself as parents. A walk, a dinner out, a movie
or just ten minutes of uninterrupted time together.
Make it happen!
All of us at Kids Klutter wish you a safe, fun and
adventurous summer time together. If you are interested
in helping your school make money through two simple
fundraising opportunities, please visit us on our website
at www.kidsklutter.com. We can help your community!
Blessings and happy summer!
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Springtime!
Hello from Kids Klutter! I was sitting
here looking out my window at the snow on
the ground watching the trees blow in the
cold wind and thought about how much I
was ready for Spring time. We always tend
to crave it as Winter comes closer to ending
and those snowfalls seem to continue to pop
up. I wondered what it was I craved the
most about Spring?
Spring is full of transformations and
transitions. During the winter time we tend
to want to hibernate more and Spring brings
us renewal opportunities. We see new growth
all around us which inspires us to want to
get outside more, start on projects left
aside, and strive for new things. The warm
weather, the beauty in the budding of trees
and flowers, and fresh colors all around us
help build our positive energy and look ahead
at things more openly. It is a time for
discovery!
This season also helps us to realize we only
have a few more months of school and this is
the real push to stay organized, helping our
kiddos use the skills they have been learning
this year and realizing how much they are
growing into independent learners. This Spring
transition is a great time for new creativity
together! Have a great season.
If you are looking for fundraising opportunities
for your school, club, church group, or other
outside activity, please visit us at:
www.kidsklutter.com. Let us help you earn
more money for your group in easy ways.
here looking out my window at the snow on
the ground watching the trees blow in the
cold wind and thought about how much I
was ready for Spring time. We always tend
to crave it as Winter comes closer to ending
and those snowfalls seem to continue to pop
up. I wondered what it was I craved the
most about Spring?
Spring is full of transformations and
transitions. During the winter time we tend
to want to hibernate more and Spring brings
us renewal opportunities. We see new growth
all around us which inspires us to want to
get outside more, start on projects left
aside, and strive for new things. The warm
weather, the beauty in the budding of trees
and flowers, and fresh colors all around us
help build our positive energy and look ahead
at things more openly. It is a time for
discovery!
This season also helps us to realize we only
have a few more months of school and this is
the real push to stay organized, helping our
kiddos use the skills they have been learning
this year and realizing how much they are
growing into independent learners. This Spring
transition is a great time for new creativity
together! Have a great season.
If you are looking for fundraising opportunities
for your school, club, church group, or other
outside activity, please visit us at:
www.kidsklutter.com. Let us help you earn
more money for your group in easy ways.
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