The Morning Thing got to share some awesome ways to spend time with family. Just in time for spring break!
Hunter & Lexie love the ideas from their source, http://www.allprodad.com. check out the article they read from HERE.
They also mentioned camping! Both Hunter & Lexie are both enthusiastic about camping and think it would be a great bonding experience for spring break coming up!
Photo from allprodad.com
Marcy Rinehart of The Morning Thing shared some powerful words this morning on the show. We all love receiving compliments and words of encouragement.
Mom and Dad – have your shared a compliment with your kid today?
Check out this list of 99 Compliments for Kids from imom.com. Share a few today!
1. I love when you ______.
2. You’re talented.
3. You have great dreams.
4. You’re intelligent.
5. You’re interesting.
6. I’m so glad you’re mine.
7. You have great ideas.
8. You make me so proud.
9. You win me over every day.
10. You’re so special.
11. I’m so lucky to have you.
12. You’re fun.
13. You’re smart.
14. You’re beautiful.
15. You’re handsome.
16. You rock.
17. You’re creative.
18. You are so good at ______.
19. You’re helpful.
20. You’re inspiring.
21. You love me well.
22. You’re fantastic.
23. You’re athletic.
24. You’re artistic.
25. You color my world.
26. You encourage me.
27. You’re the light of my life.
28. You’re one of a kind.
29. You have my heart.
30. You’re delightful.
31. You’re kind.
32. I believe in you.
33. You’re so trustworthy.
34. You’re unique.
35. You’re compassionate.
36. You’re positive.
37. You’re incredible.
38. I admire how you _____.
39. I love your laugh.
40. You make my days sweeter.
41. You make me smile.
42. I love your smile.
43. There’s no one else like you.
44. You are a joy.
45. I love that you belong to me.
46. You’re thoughtful.
47. You are excellent.
48. You’re a great big brother/sister.
49. You’re a great little brother/sister.
50. My favorite time is time with you.
51. I value you.
52. You are worth so much to me.
53. I love when you confide in me.
54. You’re so strong.
55. You’re the best.
56. You are such a blessing to me.
57. We make a great team.
58. You do things with excellence.
59. You’re so hopeful.
60. I love being on your side.
61. You’re a great leader.
62. You make a difference.
63. You’re radiant.
64. You’re so fun to play with.
65. You always make me laugh.
66. You are a great student.
67. You can do anything you put your mind to.
68. I admire how you keep promises.
69. Nothing will ever keep me from loving you.
70. You are a wonderful part of our family.
71. You’re amazing.
72. You’re awesome.
73. You brighten my life.
74. You make memories sweeter.
75. You’re so respectful.
76. You have incredible insight.
77. I love how you’re so truthful.
78. You matter to me.
79. You love your friends well.
80. You shine every day.
81. You are such a leader at school.
82. You’re a team player.
83. I love that you never give up.
84. You set a great example.
85. You’re tremendous.
86. You impact me every day.
87. You’re so fun-loving.
88. You’re nice to others.
89. You’re outstanding.
90. You are a great son/daughter.
91. You’re so refreshing.
92. You put others first.
93. I have confidence in you.
94. I enjoy you.
95. You’re marvelous.
96. You make gray skies disappear.
97. You’re doing great things.
98. You’re unbelievable.
99. I love you.
The Morning Thing got hungry this morning sharing an abundance of delicious egg recipes. Marcy & Lexie got the chance to enjoy sharing these tasty treats and reminiscing on foods they ate from years ago! Find a recipe to remember for generations HERE
The Morning Thing talked Monday morning about a Global Day of Bullying Prevention.
This day started because two young men saw that one person was being bullied because of the clothes he was wearing, and instead of standing by, they helped him. If you want to read up on the history of Bullying Prevention Day, check it out HERE.
What’s The Need-to-Know about Bullying?
(photo from www.imom.com)
Marcy and Lexie also talked about what the signs of bullying are. According to http://www.imom.com, one in four kids who bully will grow up to have a criminal record before the age of 30. The way that bullying is in the 21st century looks very different as well, due to the addition of social media. Want to know more? click HERE
Is Your Child a Bully?
(photo from daysoftheyear.com )
Marcy and Lexie also share five signs that your child may be the one who is doing the bullying. Is your child obsessed with popularity? Making overly-critical comments? Getting angry when they don’t get their way? These may seem like just a part of growing up, but it might be signs that your child is a bully. http://www.imom.com, talks about the five signs your child might be picking on others, and how to handle these situations when they arise. to read more, click HERE
Today is the first day of fall with us! It is also Family Day.
(from www.daysoftheyear.com)
As the name suggests, Family Day is an event that is intended to allow loved ones to take a respite from their daily lives and spend quality time together. One of the best things about this occasion is that there is no single “requirement” for the activities to be celebrated; Family Day is flexible as it is relaxing.
Marcy and Lexie shared some fun family ideas for the fall season.
Click HERE to see a list of 50 must-do fall activities for families from www.todaysparent.com.
Here are some of our favorite ideas:
Check out this recipe for Hot-Chocolate Pudding Ghosts
Pictures from www.todaysparent.com.
Tuesday’s show focused on parenting.
Allprodad.com has 6 things parents need to know when children need discipline. Click HERE to be inspired by author, Derek Maul.
We also shared tips on how to prepare your child for the real world. Click HERE for some really insightful tips from author, Andrew Linder.
Our big takeaway from today – daily prayer is crucial for your parent journey. Andrew Linder gave this advice:
If children can learn while they are still at home to rely upon God’s help to get them through whatever they face, they are miles ahead for their future. Nothing you do as a parent carries as much life-long weight as helping your children learn how to genuinely walk with God for themselves.
For The Morning Thing Friday Favorites today, we celebrate Lazy Mom’s Day.
Moms, we appreciate your commitment to your families, careers, community outreach and everything that fills your very busy calendar.
Today is a day dedicated to helping you find time to rest and relax. YES! You have a free ticket to kick up your feet and BE LAZY!!!
Lexie Merritt and Marcy Rinehart shared their favorite ways to relax. Listen in and find an idea to try TODAY!
Click HERE to hear how Lexie uses tea and snacks to relax!
Click HERE to hear how Marcy LOVES naps!
We love you MOM!
Back to school week continues on The Morning Thing.
On Thursday’s show, we talked about the secret ingredient to school success. Parents – it is YOU! Your involvement inside and outside the classroom can make all the difference in having a successful year.
Betsy Landers shares some great tips from imom.com
Click HERE to see 7 ways to get started in connecting with your child’s teacher, class and school.
We also shared Lunchbox Notes. These small notes of encouragement can give your child the boost he or she needs to get through the school day. Click HERE to see a list of notes that you can print out at home and start using.
Back to school week continued this morning on The Morning Thing and Rachel and Hunter talked about back to school confidence builders for students.
Find out about back to school confidence builders HERE.
They also talked about ways parents can pray for their kids as they head back to school and you can find that list HERE.
They ended the show with some lessons that your kids can learn as they go throughout the school year and you can find all of that HERE.
Is your house going through Back to School prep? The Morning Thing understands the stress this can cause on the kids and everyone in the family.
So, we want to encourage you to have some Back to School FUN!
We found some great ideas from www.imom.com
Have a Back to School Party! Click HERE for great ideas for your family celebration.
Create a Back to School Feast! This is fun for students of any age. Invite Grandma and Grandpa, pick a theme and make it special. Click HERE for fun feast ideas.
Check this out – 25 ways to make back to school more fun, for everyone in the family! (Even the dog gets stressed with the transition). Click HERE for more great ideas from crazylittleprojects.com
Photos by Pixabay, imom.com and crazylittleprojects.com
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