Four Hidden Emotional Needs of a Child

>>> The Four Hidden Emotional Needs of a Child <<<

 

I have a piece of paper secured to the side of my refrigerator that I was given when working as a school psychologist. I’ve kept it for years in its current location because of its importance. I often pass by and steal a quick look at its contents. It doesn’t take much…. just a glance, but it serves a purpose. It reminds me to take inventory of whether or not I’ve been doing a good job at meeting my children’s emotional needs. Hopefully, I am not only meeting their basic and physical needs, but their emotional, as well. These are the hidden kind that are much harder to communicate, especially as a child. After all, how many children do you know that come up to their parents and say, “Can you please give me some self worth today?” However, children do articulate their physical needs, such as being hungry, tired, or cold.

Although this list is not exhaustive of all deep-rooted emotional needs, it’s simple… and is universal to all children {Source: Your Child’s Hidden Needs – Bruce Narramore}. 

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{weekend} lovelies

Happy Weekend!

Here are some of our favorite finds with focus on keeping things simple {natural, holistic, organic, earthy…. or whatever you’d like to call it}!

We hope that you are able to delve into the articles & videos, find something that makes you think, & hopefully smile!

Enjoy! {xo}

 

Earthling Month // Whole Foods

I am loving this Earthling Month movement by Whole Foods Market! What is an Earthling, you ask? “Earthlings are people that care about the world around them. Every day during Earth Month, we’re exploring the moments that make us more than human. See what other Earthlings are doing, learn something new, and add a moment of your own via Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.”

What do you do in your home to teach your children about caring for our beautiful planet? We are going to do a small vegetable garden in pots on our porch soon… and are hoping to spend lots of summer days spent rummaging through our local farmer’s markets. We are trying hard to not eat things with labels, and instead… making whole, fresh foods at home. 

 

 

 

Living with Less. A Lot Less. // NY Times

The title of this NY Times article speaks for itself. I wish everyone would read this and really take it to heart… Our family is in the process of making some big changes in a quest to simplify our lives which I talked about {here}. What’s your reaction to this piece?

 

 

 

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Strawberry Muffins

Fresh strawberries are now in season and are in abundance in our local markets.

Husby recently picked up a ton of the sweet, red fruit,

so I had some extras on hand to get creative with.

We happen to LOVE muffins in our house.

Of course, we love all other baked goods, too…

but I tend to make muffins nearly every week

for a good after school treat or to throw into the kids packed lunches

{they just seem healthier, so I don’t feel as guilty}!

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{weekend} lovelies

 We are just days away from the official start of Spring!

As much as I was praying for cold, rainy weather a short while ago…

I am now looking forward to the longer sunny days ahead!

With Spring on my mind…

I chose the following links & images to share with you

for this weekend’s lovelies!

Hope they make you feel all warm, cheerful & sunny inside!

xo  

 

 

 

>>> Lil Crabe Breakdancing // yourBuddi <<<

It’s been a while since I’ve shared a YouTube video with you. This one has been on my list for a while! Husby & I both LOVE music… it’s always on in our house. Well… breakdancing also has a fun place in our hearts! It just makes you happy, right?!! Super talented… this young man! 

 

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Trader Joe’s Favorites + Recipe

   

>>> Trader Joe’s Favorites + Recipe <<<

 

  

We are quite fortunate to have Trader Joe’s stores here in California!

Luckily for the rest of the country, they seem to be spreading quickly!

Once you have the opportunity to shop there,

you will have a hard time returning to your usual market.

The selection of food is great…

especially for healthy items & specialty foods.

I love that they carry & label food products for people with special diets

{such as vegan or gluten-free}.

As a family, we do about 90% of our weekly shopping at Trader’s.

I personally love their produce & vegetarian options,

while the kids love their snacks,

& Husby loves their dried fruit, nuts & trail mixes!

Trader Joe’s seems so much more affordable for healthier food products.

I walk out of there weekly,

with my cart overflowing with groceries, for what I consider to be a fair price.

Although I have shopped there for years,

I still find new favorites all of the time!

I thought it would be fun to share with you several of the items

that make it into my cart each week,

along with a simple, yet scrumptious, dinner recipe {see below}! 

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Happy Birthday, Miss Blue!

 

 Happy 5th Birthday, Miss Blue!

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Before we get started on this trot down memory lane, can I just say that normally my motto is that “simple is best”…. well clearly, I had a really hard time narrowing down my photo choices! Bear with me! Sophia is my only girl… and she turns 5 tomorrow…. 5! I’m still in a state of disbelief that she could really be that old…. I realize it’s all relative, but I honestly still think of her as a baby… my baby girl.

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