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Embracing Change, While Changing Diapers

By the time my twins were two, I had easily changed over 10,000 diapers.  Diapers so tiny they looked like they belonged to a doll and larger versions with cartoon characters and stretchy sides.  With each change in diaper size came a new phase.  Just when I felt competent in this daily ritual, a newly mobile infant’s wiggles would force me to be more present.  And then there was that period of time when play was far more interesting than a clean diaper, and I was reminded to slow down and be patient.  Or the period when a testing toddler wanted to do it themselves which reminded me to laugh, because really sometimes there is nothing left to do.  And while I do think of myself as a diaper duty master now, the mechanics of changing a diaper is the least of what I learned.  Change is a constant in motherhood, and a new season is always right around the corner. When my kids began to show interest in potty training, one would assume that I was thrilled about outsourcing this task.
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DIY Story Stone Tutorial


July is here and we are really in the thick of summer. Today, I'm showing you how to make DIY Story Stones. This fun and easy project is perfect for a hot summer day when you need an indoor activity. Story Stones are also a great way to revive some academic skills now that the school year is just around the corner.  


DIY Story Stones Tutorial


I found these stones in my rock garden, but you can easily purchase similar rocks from a home improvement or garden supply center. The pictures were cut from magazines.

Step 1

Apply the mod podge with a small brush to the stone and position the picture. Smooth it out with your finger before applying mod podge over the picture and the front of the stone. Don't worry, it dries clear.

Step 2

I used several thin coats of mod podge to adhere and protect the pictures. Allow about 20 minutes of drying time between each coat.

Step 3

Use your newly created stones with your kids. Have your child chose a stone from the pile, and use it as a prompt to make-up a story. They can also be used as story characters, or for sorting.


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