You are such a great mom, it shows in the time you put in to your children. Time well spent. And I see the same in Josh such a wonderful dad he is. Enjoy your summer sweetheart!
Grocery shopping with kids is one of the best learning experiences. You can talk about so many things. Shapes, sizes, colors, names of things, people, and so much more. When my kids were young I would just through the entire trip.
Hey! I’m in my second week of only wearing dresses/skirts /modest clothing that I had felt a conviction from god about. Thank you for being such an inspiration to so many! X
I thought my daughter-in-law was genius when before each birthday, she would tell them what chore they got to do after they turned the next age. “When you turn 3, you get to unload the silver ware from the dishwasher and carry your t-shirts up to your room!”
I really enjoy your channel. I was reading through some of the comments and it made me feel bad for you that there seem to be so many negative comments. I wanted to encourage you not to let them get you down. You know what is best for your family (chores, etc.) And the Covid situation is different everywhere, with different laws, etc. God bless you and your family.
My Mama worked a full time job my whole life. We had several chores to do. We must make our bed each morning. I had our sons making up their beds by age 4. It wasn't a chore because they were use to it daily. It was an automatic thing to do. By the time they were 8-10 years of age they could do most household jobs. If they rushed and did a halfway job they had to go back and do it again, they learn fast to do it right the 1st time. Our sons had a lot of play time also. Now that they are grown they often talk about their fun childhood.
Thank you for sharing ❤ I have a 2yr old grandson. He is super helpful at dishes time. I put all his stuff and the plastic utensils in lower drawers etc so he can put them away. He hands me upper cabinet stuff. I have degenerative disc in my back and he is so helpful with the lower rack on my dishwasher. He knows how to put the soap in (those little wrapped up pods) and which buttons make it go. We got him an ikea toy chest with the bin drawers. He is great at picking up toys and putting them into the bins, we leave it lax so it doesnt matter what goes where. He is learning to put his books on his shelf and I give him a couple diaper wipes to clean his little table and chairs. Usually a little music on the google home and hes all for a clean up dance party. I'm curious where you got the sippy cups and are they leak proof. They look really nice.
Even though I'm not a mom, your videos always give me tons of inspiration. I'm a big sister, and also babysit 6 kids part time. Two of the kids I babysit are twin 2 year olds. Ps Small Christian RUclipsr
This was so helpful. Thank you. My daughter Johanna is 5 now. I'm planning to homeschool her. I went to public school in Maine, NY, California, TX, and IL. I feel like I can safely say that I never want Johanna to go to public school.
i love following your family :) My kids are 17 and 15 (they are 17months apart) I wish i had your channel when they were younger. Thank you for sharing. Have a blessed day
Love the chocolate crinkle cookie recipe! I subbed almond flour in mine, we are a grain-free household, and it was still sooo yummy! Easily a new family fav!
I love watching your little ones. Mine are 23.5 months apart, so my son became a big brother right before his second birthday. There were certainly days where having them that close was difficult and kept me super busy but I wouldn't change a thing! They're 10 and 8 now and still super duper close with almost zero sibling squabbles or rivalries, my daughter loves doing everything her brother does and he's patient with playing the games she wants to play too. Don't tell his friends he plays Daddy when they play house, that's probably not "cool" but it is awfully sweet how he humors her and does things she enjoys sometimes too.
Yes! And they spray down the cashiers belts so heavily that they arent dried when we are supposed to put up our food with thin produce and bread bags or produce in slit plastic packaging. Ugh
You are doing Evonnie a great service by teaching her how to do chores. It builds her confidence and helps her learn!!! And, when they were standing on the couch watching it rain, Fletcher was almost as big as Evonnie! Growing so fast!
Always love watching your videos even though I'm not a mother (yet), not a Mennonite and living in Germany. I love seeing different lifestyles and everything DIY/Cooking/Household related. I saw the ham salad/dipp your mum gave you and I wondered if it was something typical in Mennonite cooking. We have something similar - " Fleischsalat" (meat salad) which is boiled fine sausage slices with pickled cucumber and mayo. Greetings from Germany !
I've got a two almost 3 year old. We also try to do something learning everyday during the 4 day work week. It may be a discussion about snails and rollie pollies, flashcard play, puzzles, or cooking, to name a few. I've looked for books and stuff too for her age, but it's mostly all for letter and number tracing and above. I try to have her do a short check list before she gets tv time. It works pretty well. By time the list, cleaning, nap time, and other errands are done it's late afternoon. By then I'm done, back is tired, and just need a break before starting supper.
Loved your intro with the coffee :) I think a TON of folks are homeschooling next year. I get phone calls and messages daily from people trying to navigate. Such a hard and sometimes impossible choice for so many families. You’re smart to get some resources now to use :) ok, catching the raindrops, completely adorable!!!!! As always, I really enjoyed your video!
Super fun video. I just wanted to say that the most important thing you can do with Evonnie is what you are already doing. Have her help you and be near you when you are cooking and cleaning. Read lots of books. Colour pictures. Play with play dough. Formal education at such a young age just isn’t needed and doesn’t guarantee anything as far as being ahead of other kids. They just learn so much from regular life stuff.
I love how you have Evonnie help you do so much! It's great for her! No need to treat work like drudgery! I have three kids and another one on the way, and I'm inspired by your energy, but I'm a week from my due date and I'm not too energetic at the moment... I can't wait to feel myself and do more fun things with the kids! By the way, we full-time homeschool by choice, and have since the beginning. I've never really done much formally with my kids at Evonnie's age.I like to buy plastic magnetic letters and practice doing letter sounds on the fridge. Or use a little cheap dry erase board and dry erase markers. Listening to audiobooks or classical music, reading aloud to them, talking about things, teaching them about responsibility and how to be a good listener and encouraging curiosity and an interest in learning. That's the most important thing! What you invest in her character now, will be the foundation she builds on for her education. The most important thing for a small child to learn academically, is their letter sounds, so they can start sounding out words and reading as they get older. They can teach themselves so much once they learn to read! Both my boys learn how to read early, and fairly effortlessly, I think because we spent a lot of time when they were toddlers, practicing the letter sounds, recognition and reading aloud to them. I think you're doing great with your kids, and I love your vlogs!
You are doing such a good job with incorporating task for your children as they are able to do them. I didn’t take the time or have the patience (not sure which) to do this enough. So keep up the good work!!!
Megan I am looking at this video with my middle daughter who is now 21 years old her and I said at the same time , awwww! Evonnie is so cute taking clothes out of the dryer. I said Evonnie looks like her when she was Evonnies age. So cute!
Love this vlog . It was such a treat ! Evonnie truly seems to love helping and it is good for her . I would think it would be a self esteem builder . She looks so cute helping . Love seeing Evonnie and Fletcher playing together so sweetly . What little I saw of your golf game tells me you are a really good player and you probably do not play that much ... Impressive !
Loved that Evonni wanted to give the bike park a try and that you allowed her. She is going to have such great confidence in herself when she grows up. She is a big help around the house.
Just discovered your channel recently, Megan, and I wanted to tell you how much I enjoy watching! I feel like you're a kindred spirit. I especially love the chore ideas for toddlers in this video. Our almost-2-year-old always wants to help, so I've been looking for ways to involve him. We're going to try that silverware drawer idea soon! I admire your openness, honesty, and willingness to share your faith. It's quite refreshing! God bless you and your family!
I love this! I struggle with getting my kids to help with chores - I honestly forget I can ask them to to help! I have 5 year old, almost 2 year old and a baby coming soon ❤️ we are a homeschool family (started last year) and I have been very intrigued by kiwi crates, those look so fun! I’ve driven by Kens Educational Joys before but that looks like a place I need to visit!
Thank you for your beautiful attitude! I really enjoy the inspiration you share, finding joy in motherhood. You're doing great... just teach the littles as you go and they'll learn by watching you. And, the best part is the younger ones will learn from the oldest one.
I SO WISH I had you to watch when I had a 2 yr old-he is an adult now so thats kinda impossible BUT you are doing your daughter such a service but teaching her all this. Her hand eye coordination is remarkable for her age as is her speech and ability to follow direction and physically make it happen. Your an awesome Mom. She seems to take pride in her "jobs" as well, how smart of you. You can not start to early huh?!
Thank you... I love your Thursday programs...Your children are adorable. I am sending this on to my granddaughter who has little children..Toddler chores are wonderful...Evannie is a good helper. You are a wonderful mother.
What a busy week! I think it is a great idea giving Evonnie little chores to help and she is so willing to help. She is a "great" big Sister to Fletcher too.❤
Great video Megan and I love to hear the children talking and babbling in background. Fletcher sounded so proud. On your thoughts on your friend's loss believe me from my own, and friend's experiences, there is nothing more comforting as showing up and just offering your presence and whatever words come to mind. There are no wrong or clinched words and your friend probably won't remember your words but she sure will remember your warmth. One of the most inspiring quotes I have read is .................. "I have learned people will forget what you have said, people may forget what you gave and what you did but, they will never forget how you made them feel" Maya Angelou. I may not have quoted it exactly but her point is correct. If you haven't heard of her she is worth looking up!!!!
We have been getting Kiwi crates for years and I love them! My oldest daughter is almost 7 and she still uses hers for weeks after they come- they have 3-4 stem activities or experiments with art, a comic book, suggestions for different activities, and ideas of books to check out of the library.
A fun learning activity for Ivani’s age as well as Fletcher’s is sensory bins. The options are endless and there are also several easy options that can be put together easily. For letters or numbers you can hide things that go with that letter or number in a container of beans for her to find. My preschoolers really love it when we do sensory bins.
Wow what a seamless sponsorship! I don't have kids so I don't need this, but it's nice to see a sponsorship that just flows perfectly with your life. I also love he watermelon edit! Haha
Hi Megan, I'm a grandmother, preschool teacher and Christian. I've enjoyed your videos. Absolutely great that your daughter helps with "chores". So adorable! I've used this book in my classroom fyi: "Thank You Prayer" by Josephine Page. classroom with 2's and 3's during our Letter of the Day/Circle learning time.
My brother and I are both 18 months apart as well, we enjoyed that time as little kids and being able to play together. My Mom said she enjoyed having us so close together too! As always I love your videos Meg!👍😁💕
I know this is an old video but I'd definitely love a toddler learning video. I plan to homeschool my daughter, she is 1 right now but I'd like to start education early as well and definitely plan well enough ahead before I run out of more time haha so if it's still an option to have a video about that, thatd be great. 😅
The book of James is my most very favorite book in the New Testament! So many life lessons and words of comfort there. I know what you mean about not knowing what to say or not wanting to sound cliche. I feel the same way. But one thing that has always stuck with me since my mom passed away, was what someone said to me at her viewing.....she said, “you know, your mom’s really the lucky one, because she’s with Jesus and gets to see him everyday.” For some reason, that gave (gives) me a lot of comfort. I still miss her so!
When my kiddos were 2 (and up) I did lap books for them! I had simple ones for when they were two and then there were more detailed ones as they got older. They LOVED them. They would bring them on car trips (their choice) and just seemed to feel so proud of them!
You are so smart getting Vonnie involved now when she wants to help. I think I did that to a point with our 5 but should've done more! Smart mama! Enjoy your videos and your energy!
I just recently found your channel and have been binge watching! I have learned so much about being mennonite from your videos and I love your content!!! I’m also from PA!! ❤️
You do a great job. Teaching and letting children do tasks increases their self worth/esteem. I taught my granddaughter when she was 2 to do the same choirs even the eggs.
Target had tons of preschool stuff in the dollar spot in the front area of the store. I bought lots of flashcards, workbooks, learning activities, etc. Starting homeschool preschool with my 2.5yr old twins this September ☺️
These are my favorite videos. Rod & Staff has preschooler books, the first ones ABC would be okay for a 3 year old. They are Mennonite! We liked them and they are cheap!
I loved this type of video! I’m sure it was a lot of work editing but I’d love to see more like this every now and then. Also, your pup is so well behaved!
We have homeschooled for five years and I couldn't imagine any other way. Next year all five girls will be in curriculum 5th, 4th, 2nd, 1st and K. It is not easy, but it is worth every sacrifice. I am so thankful we were able to financially do this as a family and I get all these special years with our little girls. I second whomever mentioned Amy Maryon for curriculum on her website, she has a great RUclips channel as well. Ha...whenever I drive to the dentist I always go to the doctor and vice versa. It is only a few times a year but my kids love to tease me about it. In my defense, when I was little they were next door to each other 🤣
love watching your weekly vlog. i have a 2-year old as well so I would find it very helpful if you will show in a video what your school plans will be for your daughter. I recently bought a curriculum for my 2-year old but I'm a working mom so I'm so new to this.
Hi Megan! Thanks for the videos you post! You’re a wonderful mother! In regards to homeschooling, sometimes Ollies has inexpensive educational stuff for kiddos also! I enjoyed looking through their books and such when my daughter was smaller😊
Good job mom! I still remember that stage, trying to come up with chores for my little ones that were age-appropriate and now they’re all married or in college except for my youngest so just ready to go into eighth grade. Im a fellow Mennonite from Holmes county n I enjoy watching your channel for the Random seeing another famil life In another “teaming with Mennonites”community kind of to see how things are done there. You’re doing a great job being intentional with your children, and I know it’s cliché but enjoy it while you can.
My 3.5 year loves getting the kiwi crate and of course I do as well. I was a little disappointed this time as the crate didn't come with an actual hard book, it was more like the ideas/instructions manual. Not sure if that's what he'll get on next crate or not. Love the chore ideas. They are so willing to help at this stage and it teaches them life skills. Love your channel. Stay safe and healthy ❤️
If you're looking for fun suggestions for age appropriate education for kids, the Hapa family on RUclips does Montessori activities and have a ton of videos dedicated to age appropriate activities that can be made at home or cheaply.
Thank you so much for taking the time to show how you involve your kids in your routine-I found it very inspirational! Mine are 1ish but it is so helpful to up my expectations since I don’t have any friends with babies :-)
If you have Ollie's in PA, they have the mother-load of books and usually a great Christian book section. I always find great educational books for my grandkids who are homeschooled
Oh my gosh!! When I saw you making Choc Crinkles with those kiddos, it touched me! My mom died in car accident when I was 5, but one of the things I remember doing with her is making these cookies!!! I just thought it was soooo amazing that you were making these too!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Does Fletcher do any jobs? Maybe he can take his own cup to the kitchen. Just an idea. My children are grown but I wish that I had my younger children do more,( I sure put a lot of responsibilities on my oldest one). Probably just wish I had a "Do Over" moment. Lots of love to you and your family. Great video ❤🙏😁👍
Fletcher and Evonnie are growing up so fast and what awesome kiddo's they are... and megan you are a beautiful and wonderful mommy and they are so so very very lucky to have you in their lives and I'm so so thankful for you and to have a great friend like you God bless you and your family and I hope you all Are staying safe and sound love you girl 🖤🖤🖤🖤
Megan, you are such a good mom. Getting young children involved in simple, easy chores is so good for their confidence 😀 Such a fun vlog!
Fletcher is getting vocal. Yay! I love how Evonnie likes to help and learn, and how she jumps into new tasks. Megan, good job encouraging the kids!
Good Thursday to you! Evonnie needs a cute basket to carry that armful of cups to the kitchen. She will love it!
You are such a great mom, it shows in the time you put in to your children. Time well spent. And I see the same in Josh such a wonderful dad he is. Enjoy your summer sweetheart!
I remember when my mother died and the comfort it brought me people just showing up.
Amen. Same when my brother died, we were just so grateful people took the time to come.
Grocery shopping with kids is one of the best learning experiences. You can talk about so many things. Shapes, sizes, colors, names of things, people, and so much more. When my kids were young I would just through the entire trip.
Hey! I’m in my second week of only wearing dresses/skirts /modest clothing that I had felt a conviction from
god about. Thank you for being such an inspiration to so many! X
I thought my daughter-in-law was genius when before each birthday, she would tell them what chore they got to do after they turned the next age. “When you turn 3, you get to unload the silver ware from the dishwasher and carry your t-shirts up to your room!”
That is such a great idea! Make it something they feel honoured and excited to do, and compliment them on their skill. I love gathering ideas lol
Great idea!
Her getting laundry out of dryer was the cutest!
Impressive!
I really enjoy your channel. I was reading through some of the comments and it made me feel bad for you that there seem to be so many negative comments. I wanted to encourage you not to let them get you down. You know what is best for your family (chores, etc.) And the Covid situation is different everywhere, with different laws, etc. God bless you and your family.
My Mama worked a full time job my whole life. We had several chores to do. We must make our bed each morning. I had our sons making up their beds by age 4. It wasn't a chore because they were use to it daily. It was an automatic thing to do. By the time they were 8-10 years of age they could do most household jobs. If they rushed and did a halfway job they had to go back and do it again, they learn fast to do it right the 1st time. Our sons had a lot of play time also. Now that they are grown they often talk about their fun childhood.
Our lifestyles could not be more different, but I just love watching your videos. They bring me such a sense of peace. Thank you!
I lost my Dad the end of April. It is the hardest thing we have ever gone through. Just having people show up, send a card, anything means the world.
Thank you for sharing ❤ I have a 2yr old grandson. He is super helpful at dishes time. I put all his stuff and the plastic utensils in lower drawers etc so he can put them away. He hands me upper cabinet stuff. I have degenerative disc in my back and he is so helpful with the lower rack on my dishwasher. He knows how to put the soap in (those little wrapped up pods) and which buttons make it go. We got him an ikea toy chest with the bin drawers. He is great at picking up toys and putting them into the bins, we leave it lax so it doesnt matter what goes where. He is learning to put his books on his shelf and I give him a couple diaper wipes to clean his little table and chairs. Usually a little music on the google home and hes all for a clean up dance party. I'm curious where you got the sippy cups and are they leak proof. They look really nice.
Even though I'm not a mom, your videos always give me tons of inspiration. I'm a big sister, and also babysit 6 kids part time. Two of the kids I babysit are twin 2 year olds.
Ps Small Christian RUclipsr
This was so helpful. Thank you. My daughter Johanna is 5 now. I'm planning to homeschool her. I went to public school in Maine, NY, California, TX, and IL. I feel like I can safely say that I never want Johanna to go to public school.
i love following your family :) My kids are 17 and 15 (they are 17months apart) I wish i had your channel when they were younger. Thank you for sharing. Have a blessed day
Yes, it's just good memories.
Love the chocolate crinkle cookie recipe! I subbed almond flour in mine, we are a grain-free household, and it was still sooo yummy! Easily a new family fav!
I love watching your little ones. Mine are 23.5 months apart, so my son became a big brother right before his second birthday. There were certainly days where having them that close was difficult and kept me super busy but I wouldn't change a thing! They're 10 and 8 now and still super duper close with almost zero sibling squabbles or rivalries, my daughter loves doing everything her brother does and he's patient with playing the games she wants to play too. Don't tell his friends he plays Daddy when they play house, that's probably not "cool" but it is awfully sweet how he humors her and does things she enjoys sometimes too.
Exactly on the disinfectant comment! It can’t be healthy and who knows what is being sprayed on our produce when grocery stores sanitize at night.
Yes! And they spray down the cashiers belts so heavily that they arent dried when we are supposed to put up our food with thin produce and bread bags or produce in slit plastic packaging. Ugh
For years I have washed my produce in vinegar and water!
I have a feeling you will soon make 100k subscribers. You deserve it. 💙
You are doing Evonnie a great service by teaching her how to do chores. It builds her confidence and helps her learn!!! And, when they were standing on the couch watching it rain, Fletcher was almost as big as Evonnie! Growing so fast!
I know! They literally are almost the same size!
My little girly loves helping with the laundry too! It takes much longer than if I were to do it but also keeps her busy for a while
Always love watching your videos even though I'm not a mother (yet), not a Mennonite and living in Germany. I love seeing different lifestyles and everything DIY/Cooking/Household related. I saw the ham salad/dipp your mum gave you and I wondered if it was something typical in Mennonite cooking. We have something similar - " Fleischsalat" (meat salad) which is boiled fine sausage slices with pickled cucumber and mayo. Greetings from Germany !
I love to put on your videos whenever I'm having a stressful day - your positive attitude and smile lift my spirits. Thank you for that.
I've got a two almost 3 year old. We also try to do something learning everyday during the 4 day work week. It may be a discussion about snails and rollie pollies, flashcard play, puzzles, or cooking, to name a few. I've looked for books and stuff too for her age, but it's mostly all for letter and number tracing and above. I try to have her do a short check list before she gets tv time. It works pretty well. By time the list, cleaning, nap time, and other errands are done it's late afternoon. By then I'm done, back is tired, and just need a break before starting supper.
Your kids watching the thunderstorm was so cute. I need to get me some cheese powder too!!
Loved your intro with the coffee :) I think a TON of folks are homeschooling next year. I get phone calls and messages daily from people trying to navigate. Such a hard and sometimes impossible choice for so many families. You’re smart to get some resources now to use :) ok, catching the raindrops, completely adorable!!!!! As always, I really enjoyed your video!
Super fun video. I just wanted to say that the most important thing you can do with Evonnie is what you are already doing. Have her help you and be near you when you are cooking and cleaning. Read lots of books. Colour pictures. Play with play dough. Formal education at such a young age just isn’t needed and doesn’t guarantee anything as far as being ahead of other kids. They just learn so much from regular life stuff.
I think it’s great you get your daughter involved with chores. I always did that too. They love to help and it teaches them good habits for life
I love how you have Evonnie help you do so much! It's great for her! No need to treat work like drudgery! I have three kids and another one on the way, and I'm inspired by your energy, but I'm a week from my due date and I'm not too energetic at the moment... I can't wait to feel myself and do more fun things with the kids!
By the way, we full-time homeschool by choice, and have since the beginning. I've never really done much formally with my kids at Evonnie's age.I like to buy plastic magnetic letters and practice doing letter sounds on the fridge. Or use a little cheap dry erase board and dry erase markers. Listening to audiobooks or classical music, reading aloud to them, talking about things, teaching them about responsibility and how to be a good listener and encouraging curiosity and an interest in learning. That's the most important thing! What you invest in her character now, will be the foundation she builds on for her education. The most important thing for a small child to learn academically, is their letter sounds, so they can start sounding out words and reading as they get older. They can teach themselves so much once they learn to read! Both my boys learn how to read early, and fairly effortlessly, I think because we spent a lot of time when they were toddlers, practicing the letter sounds, recognition and reading aloud to them. I think you're doing great with your kids, and I love your vlogs!
Aww congrats! And less energy is totally normal. Best wishes.
Am I the only one that's going googly eyed by Meg covering her hair with a hat instead of a bonnet?!
She looked so cute !
It’s called a covering not a bonnet 😊
She looked so cute
You are doing such a good job with incorporating task for your children as they are able to do them. I didn’t take the time or have the patience (not sure which) to do this enough. So keep up the good work!!!
I simply subscribed and watch your videos for your gentle soul and it just makes me so happy and feel calm! Thank you!!
Megan I am looking at this video with my middle daughter who is now 21 years old her and I said at the same time , awwww! Evonnie is so cute taking clothes out of the dryer. I said Evonnie looks like her when she was Evonnies age. So cute!
Love this vlog . It was such a treat ! Evonnie truly seems to love helping and it is good for her . I would think it would be a self esteem builder . She looks so cute helping . Love seeing Evonnie and Fletcher playing together so sweetly . What little I saw of your golf game tells me you are a really good player and you probably do not play that much ... Impressive !
Megan I love your videos!
They’re my favorite to watch and always such a treat!!
Thank you for sharing your life with us 😊
Loved that Evonni wanted to give the bike park a try and that you allowed her. She is going to have such great confidence in herself when she grows up. She is a big help around the house.
Just discovered your channel recently, Megan, and I wanted to tell you how much I enjoy watching! I feel like you're a kindred spirit. I especially love the chore ideas for toddlers in this video. Our almost-2-year-old always wants to help, so I've been looking for ways to involve him. We're going to try that silverware drawer idea soon! I admire your openness, honesty, and willingness to share your faith. It's quite refreshing! God bless you and your family!
I love this! I struggle with getting my kids to help with chores - I honestly forget I can ask them to to help! I have 5 year old, almost 2 year old and a baby coming soon ❤️ we are a homeschool family (started last year) and I have been very intrigued by kiwi crates, those look so fun! I’ve driven by Kens Educational Joys before but that looks like a place I need to visit!
Yes, Ken's Ed. Joys has a ton of stuff!
Your hair was so cute on the car ride home with the hat! And i LOVED this style vlog!!
Megan!!! I love the messy bun and backwards hat!!! So fun and summery!!!!
Thank you for your beautiful attitude! I really enjoy the inspiration you share, finding joy in motherhood. You're doing great... just teach the littles as you go and they'll learn by watching you. And, the best part is the younger ones will learn from the oldest one.
I SO WISH I had you to watch when I had a 2 yr old-he is an adult now so thats kinda impossible BUT you are doing your daughter such a service but teaching her all this. Her hand eye coordination is remarkable for her age as is her speech and ability to follow direction and physically make it happen. Your an awesome Mom. She seems to take pride in her "jobs" as well, how smart of you. You can not start to early huh?!
Thank you... I love your Thursday programs...Your children are adorable. I am sending this on to my granddaughter who has little children..Toddler chores are wonderful...Evannie is a good helper. You are a wonderful mother.
Your daughter looks so much like her daddy. My youngest is her dad's little mini me. I love how you are such a natural when filming.
Yes, I've come a long way but there's still more improvements I could make like talking slower!!!
That's such a good idea getting your kids involved at a young age! Makes for well learning
watching Evonnie trying to get two eggs out of the carton at a time was so entertaining!😂🥰😍
Yeah, she thinks she's bigger than she really is!
@@MeganFoxUnlocked She is so adorable. I admire your effort to have her help with the work.👍🙏
What a busy week! I think it is a great idea giving Evonnie little chores to help and she is so willing to help. She is a "great" big Sister to Fletcher too.❤
Agreed
Have you heard of Five In A Row? They have a program/curriculum called Before Five In A Row for littles. 😊
Great video Megan and I love to hear the children talking and babbling in background. Fletcher sounded so proud. On your thoughts on your friend's loss believe me from my own, and friend's experiences, there is nothing more comforting as showing up and just offering your presence and whatever words come to mind. There are no wrong or clinched words and your friend probably won't remember your words but she sure will remember your warmth. One of the most inspiring quotes I have read is ..................
"I have learned people will forget what you have said, people may forget what you gave and what you did but, they will never forget how you made them feel" Maya Angelou. I may not have quoted it exactly but her point is correct. If you haven't heard of her she is worth looking up!!!!
Your baby girl is a perfect age to start with small chores. Good job momma! This 62 y.o. grandma loves watching your videos. ❤️
So CUTE !! Evonnie _bump-scootin'_ down the stairs with an armload of cups! 😄
Bless all the graduates. I know you are proud.
So many cute and funny moments in this vlog!
We have been getting Kiwi crates for years and I love them! My oldest daughter is almost 7 and she still uses hers for weeks after they come- they have 3-4 stem activities or experiments with art, a comic book, suggestions for different activities, and ideas of books to check out of the library.
A fun learning activity for Ivani’s age as well as Fletcher’s is sensory bins. The options are endless and there are also several easy options that can be put together easily. For letters or numbers you can hide things that go with that letter or number in a container of beans for her to find. My preschoolers really love it when we do sensory bins.
Yes sensory bins!
I LOVE seeing your social activities/gatherings also love just the ordinary weeks in your life!
Wow what a seamless sponsorship! I don't have kids so I don't need this, but it's nice to see a sponsorship that just flows perfectly with your life.
I also love he watermelon edit! Haha
She is such a big helper and a truly amazing little girl... she is so very smart. And little guy...oh my his little smile just steals the show. 🥰❣❣
Hi Megan, I'm a grandmother, preschool teacher and Christian. I've enjoyed your videos. Absolutely great that your daughter helps with "chores". So adorable! I've used this book in my classroom fyi: "Thank You Prayer" by Josephine Page. classroom with 2's and 3's during our Letter of the Day/Circle learning time.
My brother and I are both 18 months apart as well, we enjoyed that time as little kids and being able to play together. My Mom said she enjoyed having us so close together too! As always I love your videos Meg!👍😁💕
I know this is an old video but I'd definitely love a toddler learning video. I plan to homeschool my daughter, she is 1 right now but I'd like to start education early as well and definitely plan well enough ahead before I run out of more time haha so if it's still an option to have a video about that, thatd be great. 😅
The book of James is my most very favorite book in the New Testament! So many life lessons and words of comfort there. I know what you mean about not knowing what to say or not wanting to sound cliche. I feel the same way. But one thing that has always stuck with me since my mom passed away, was what someone said to me at her viewing.....she said, “you know, your mom’s really the lucky one, because she’s with Jesus and gets to see him everyday.” For some reason, that gave (gives) me a lot of comfort. I still miss her so!
When my kiddos were 2 (and up) I did lap books for them! I had simple ones for when they were two and then there were more detailed ones as they got older. They LOVED them. They would bring them on car trips (their choice) and just seemed to feel so proud of them!
You are so smart getting Vonnie involved now when she wants to help. I think I did that to a point with our 5 but should've done more! Smart mama! Enjoy your videos and your energy!
What a fun and busy week for you and your family! This was so enjoyable to watch!
I just recently found your channel and have been binge watching! I have learned so much about being mennonite from your videos and I love your content!!! I’m also from PA!! ❤️
Wait, I missed that you have a dog.
It was so wonderful to see normal life! Your kids are so adorable. And you live in such a beautiful area!
You do a great job. Teaching and letting children do tasks increases their self worth/esteem. I taught my granddaughter when she was 2 to do the same choirs even the eggs.
Thank you for this wonderful view into the daily life of your blessed family.
Congratulations to your sister on her graduation. I loved the singing. Evonie is a great little helper. I like the parts when you go out and about.
I'm dying because frequently when my husband is driving he hears me say "where ya headed" lol
My daughter loves Kiwi Crates . Her Aunt gets her a subscription every Christmas and they are really fun even for parents.
Target had tons of preschool stuff in the dollar spot in the front area of the store. I bought lots of flashcards, workbooks, learning activities, etc. Starting homeschool preschool with my 2.5yr old twins this September ☺️
These are my favorite videos.
Rod & Staff has preschooler books, the first ones ABC would be okay for a 3 year old. They are Mennonite! We liked them and they are cheap!
Yes, I have those books they are super beautiful!
I love the ALDI mini Naam breads in the toaster. They puff up and get crunchy and taste so good with butter melted on them!
I loved this type of video! I’m sure it was a lot of work editing but I’d love to see more like this every now and then. Also, your pup is so well behaved!
We have homeschooled for five years and I couldn't imagine any other way. Next year all five girls will be in curriculum 5th, 4th, 2nd, 1st and K. It is not easy, but it is worth every sacrifice. I am so thankful we were able to financially do this as a family and I get all these special years with our little girls. I second whomever mentioned Amy Maryon for curriculum on her website, she has a great RUclips channel as well.
Ha...whenever I drive to the dentist I always go to the doctor and vice versa. It is only a few times a year but my kids love to tease me about it. In my defense, when I was little they were next door to each other 🤣
I love all your music & transitions in this!
Evonnie is such a good little helper!
love watching your weekly vlog. i have a 2-year old as well so I would find it very helpful if you will show in a video what your school plans will be for your daughter. I recently bought a curriculum for my 2-year old but I'm a working mom so I'm so new to this.
Hi Megan! Thanks for the videos you post! You’re a wonderful mother! In regards to homeschooling, sometimes Ollies has inexpensive educational stuff for kiddos also! I enjoyed looking through their books and such when my daughter was smaller😊
Good job mom! I still remember that stage, trying to come up with chores for my little ones that were age-appropriate and now they’re all married or in college except for my youngest so just ready to go into eighth grade. Im a fellow Mennonite from Holmes county n I enjoy watching your channel for the Random seeing another famil life In another “teaming with Mennonites”community kind of to see how things are done there. You’re doing a great job being intentional with your children, and I know it’s cliché but enjoy it while you can.
My 3.5 year loves getting the kiwi crate and of course I do as well. I was a little disappointed this time as the crate didn't come with an actual hard book, it was more like the ideas/instructions manual. Not sure if that's what he'll get on next crate or not. Love the chore ideas. They are so willing to help at this stage and it teaches them life skills. Love your channel. Stay safe and healthy ❤️
We really enjoy Ticket to ride game. We have America and Europe. Josh, the bed looks fine!
Fletcher is such a happy baby..🥰😍😍😍
If you're looking for fun suggestions for age appropriate education for kids, the Hapa family on RUclips does Montessori activities and have a ton of videos dedicated to age appropriate activities that can be made at home or cheaply.
Your kids are so cute and your daughter is such a sweet helper!
Loved this long vlog! It was great to see toddler chores. My daughter is always wanting to help so this gave me some more ideas!
Thank you so much for taking the time to show how you involve your kids in your routine-I found it very inspirational! Mine are 1ish but it is so helpful to up my expectations since I don’t have any friends with babies :-)
If you have Ollie's in PA, they have the mother-load of books and usually a great Christian book section. I always find great educational books for my grandkids who are homeschooled
Loved it all! So fun when a video is all over, some of everything 🤗. Happy n safe summer to you guys!
I can so relate to the baby trying to nap in the car! That is the job my oldest is given too!
Oh my gosh!! When I saw you making Choc Crinkles with those kiddos, it touched me! My mom died in car accident when I was 5, but one of the things I remember doing with her is making these cookies!!! I just thought it was soooo amazing that you were making these too!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
It sounded like fletcher was saying “you’re pregnant.” When he was trying to be the center of attention. Lol. So funny.
Cool about how you were reading in the book of James and it came up during your viewing!
Does Fletcher do any jobs? Maybe he can take his own cup to the kitchen. Just an idea. My children are grown but I wish that I had my younger children do more,( I sure put a lot of responsibilities on my oldest one). Probably just wish I had a "Do Over" moment. Lots of love to you and your family. Great video ❤🙏😁👍
I enjoy the footage when you go out into your community. I’ve visited your beautiful area a few times, and I always like to see it again.
Fletcher and Evonnie are growing up so fast and what awesome kiddo's they are... and megan you are a beautiful and wonderful mommy and they are so so very very lucky to have you in their lives and I'm so so thankful for you and to have a great friend like you God bless you and your family and I hope you all Are staying safe and sound love you girl 🖤🖤🖤🖤
Great vlog. I am interested in the learning activities. Also, I think you are doing a great job teaching your daughter how to be a responded human !