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Btw, do you involve your kids in homesteading?
Cedie Omaña
June 28, 2024
Do you involve your kids in homesteading? |
In Today's Edition:
Homestead Tip 🌱
Poll Results From Last Thursday! 📊
Personal Development: Rekindling Old Flames (of Interest!) 🖌️
A Steady Family: Building Blocks for Lifelong Friendships 🤝
Today's Top Picks 🛍️
Let’s Keep It Reel 🤣
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The Ultimate Newsletter for Houseplant Lovers!
The Wellness of Plants is for anyone who loves houseplants and wants to learn how to care for them.
Imagine the happiness you feel when your plant grows a new leaf or when you bring a droopy plant back to life.
Overall, this newsletter is packed with tips and tricks to help your plants thrive and breathe fresh life into your home.
Homestead Tip of the Day:
Sprouting seeds indoors is an excellent way for beginners to grow some of their own food quickly and easily. All you need are some seeds (like alfalfa, beans, or radishes), a jar, and a sprouting lid or cheesecloth.
Poll Results From Last Thursday! 📊
How do you plan your homestead projects?
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Detailed written plans
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Digital planning tools/apps
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Visual sketches or diagrams
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Spontaneously as needed
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ With input from family/community
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Others (Feel free to specify your answer after you've voted.)
via @beehiiv polls
More fun polls are coming your way in our next newsletters! Feel free to join in the fun! 😊
Personal Development
Rekindling Old Flames (of Interest!) 🖌️
Life gets busy, and it's easy for hobbies to slip through the cracks. But these old interests are like seeds waiting to sprout again. They can boost your mood, stretch your skills, and widen your social circle, all while adding more fun to your day.
Here are some tips to help you rediscover your lost bobbies:
Walk Down Memory Lane: Start by remembering what you loved doing before life got too hectic. Was it painting? Hiking? Collecting something? Revisiting these memories can spark your interest again.
Take Small Steps: If you used to paint, you don’t have to create a masterpiece on your first day back. Just doodle something small to get your brush wet.
Set Up for Success: Make it easy to pick up your hobby. If you loved reading, place a book on your nightstand. If it was jogging, lay out your running shoes where you'll see them.
Join a Group: Find a club or online community that shares your interest. Being around like-minded people can boost your motivation and provide support.
Schedule Time: Treat your hobby like an important appointment. Set aside specific times in your week for this personal activity, making it a part of your routine.
Be Patient with Yourself: Skills might be rusty, and that’s okay. Enjoy the process of relearning and improving. It’s like meeting an old friend—it might start awkward, but soon you’ll be chatting like no time has passed.
So dust off that old guitar, uncap your favorite markers, or lace up your neglected hiking boots. It's time to rediscover and embrace your old joys. Who knows? This could be the beginning of an amazing reconnection with yourself!
From The Steady Home Gang
Spread the Steady Love 💚
Got a pal who talks to their plants more than to people? 🌿 Meet The Steady Home crew—a perfect spot for plant lovers to mingle!
Come swap stories, trade seeds, and turn your garden into the envy of the block! Let's grow something awesome together!
A Steady Family
Building Blocks for Lifelong Friendships 🤝
Friendships are more than just fun. They help children develop emotional and social skills that are essential throughout their lives. Let's discuss how you can guide your kids in building strong social connections that last a lifetime.
Tips for Fostering Lifelong Friendships:
Encourage Social Skills: Teach your kids the basics of friendship, like sharing, listening, and showing kindness. Role-playing can be a fun way to practice these skills at home.
Provide Social Opportunities: Arrange playdates, encourage participation in clubs or sports, and allow your children to interact with others in various settings. The more they interact, the more chances they have to make friends.
Teach Conflict Resolution: Disagreements are a natural part of any relationship. Teach your children how to resolve conflicts calmly and fairly, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding.
Model Positive Relationships: Show your children what good friendships look like through your own relationships. Let them see you interacting positively with your friends.
Celebrate Individuality: Help your children understand and appreciate what makes them and others unique. This appreciation fosters deeper connections and respect among peers.
Promote Communication: Teach your children how to express themselves and discuss their feelings. Effective communication is key to maintaining long-term friendships.
Monitor Friendships: Stay involved in your children’s social lives by getting to know their friends and occasionally observing their interactions. This helps you provide guidance and support when necessary.
So, let's help our kids build their social treasure chests—they'll thank you for it later!
The Steady Home’s Giggle Chamber
Why did the seed bring a map?
To find its roots.
Let’s Keep It Reel!
Enjoy this handpicked collection of funny farm videos. They are guaranteed to tickle your funny bone!
When you do all the work and your friend reaps the rewards:
@therealkidflow 🐮🐄🤠 #fyp #funny #farm #cow #fail
When your sheep picks a fight with a water balloon:
@overtime Dont u hit me 😡 #sheep #funnyanimals #shoutoutot (h/t __joselitooo/IG)
When your horse decides to be the comedian:
@dumbwaystodie silly goofy horses 🤪 @Eirinn Reid #livelaughhorse #horsedance
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