Be His Good Challenge - Week 6

July 17, 2017

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I'm not going to lie... we get doughnuts every Sunday we are home and it got me thinking about all those amazing treats out there in this world. You know the ones loaded with butter, sprinkles, chocolate, fillings and frosting. The ones where you only let yourself indulge on rare certain occasions. The ones where you used to be able to have 4-5 of them but now you just look at them and 5 pounds jump onto your waist line. Yes those amazing cupcakes, doughnuts, cakes and cookies. the oh so delicious treats. So we say "thank you" this week and always to our local bakery's. You make life a whole lot sweeter.

Craft:

A good ol' cupcake. Create this cupcake exactly or create a version of this. Add real sprinkles, that's if you can keep your kids from eating them all or add glitter, buttons, or just plain ol' paint or markers. Remember it's less about what it looks like and more about the purpose. Take the time to explain the love that goes into all of our cupcakes and treats, maybe even bake some!

In my family, we are experiencing a lack of gratitude right now. We tend to take for granted so many things and sadly people. Teaching our kids to go out of the way to say thank you to those who may not naturally receive many thank yous, is a great way to work on our hearts. This challenge has been a great way to strive for everyday kindness.

Challenge:

After the project is finished, write a simple thank you whether on the back of the artwork or a separate card. Find your local bakery and drop it off. Bakery's are every where. Even your local Walmart counts! ps... they make fantastic cakes ;)

Then spread the word!

Take a photo and post on Facebook or instagram and use the #BeHisGood or feel free to email me and I’ll post for you ;) carly@sixnotesclothing.com . Then encourage others to join you in saying thank you to our yummy local bakery's for all that they do.

Thank you for joining us this week in being His good.

on a strict diet and don't want to tempt yourself. Thank these wonderful people instead!

City Bus Drivers, Pediatricians, Nurses, Bus Boys, Waitresses, Construction Workers, Neighbors, your neighbor’s dog. Think anyone people…

Not feelin’ crafty: buy donuts, bake cookies, color a picture (we hold on to old coloring pictures and send out sometimes!) pay for the people behind you in the drive thru… or just buy a $5 gift card! Options are endless. There is no bad way to thank a person. (I guess if you get technical there is)

Be Hi Good Challenge - Week 5

July 17, 2017

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After the July 4th weekend, we are feeling pretty patriotic. So our Be His Good challenge is based on our American Flag and to those who serve us Nationally and Locally. Our President and Mayor. If we can put our biases aside and focus on the fact that we have willing leaders who fight for our freedoms and rights, whether we agree with what Political side they are on, we can make a small difference when saying thank you.

Ps. last year we reached out to both of these individuals so we might thank our state representatives. #loveallaround people.

Craft:

The American Flag. Create this flag proudly and it explain to your children what this flag means. In fact, I looked up the exact meaning,

"white signifies purity and innocence, Red, hardiness and valour, and blue, signifies vigilance, perseverance and justice."

I, personally, see a flag that represents unity and freedom. Has that symbolism been lost, in a large part yes. But it won't change with complaining. Our mission as Christians should be to change hearts. If we want lasting change, we need to be on a mission for Christ that transforms the hearts of human beings, including our leaders. (preach moment over)

The above image is just one way to create a flag. Use your imagination, let your child cut out the red stripes in construction paper, use q-tips and dip in white paint on blue paper for the stars, do a basket-weaving of the American flag... I'm telling you, Pinterest has beyond endless options. Remember it's less about what it looks like and more about the purpose.

Challenge:

Delivering these crafts might be a little difficult, so mailing might be your best option. Below is the White House address. For my local city, I addressed to our local mayor and will send to our City Council. If you are from Cottage Grove, MN lucky you! I have it below ;) I also encourage you to add the hashtag #BeHisGood to help explain the mission to encourage your local leaders and our president. And remember to write them a special thank you.

Mail to the White House: 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC20500

Local Mayor Example: Mayor Myron Bailey, City Council of Cottage Grove, 12800 Ravine Parkway South, Cottage Grove, MN 55016

Then spread the word!

Thank you for joining us this week in being His good.

Be His Good Challenge - Week 4

July 3, 2017

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July 4th week is hoppin for lots of people so give yourself a break and just color in those coloring books of yours. Or if you are naughty like me, grab old crafts and pictures and send those out to just some friends and family.

But if you are still up for a craft... read on my friends.

Librarians! We love our local library and head there often on cold winter days or rainy summer mornings to play around and read books. Libraries are such a great place for kids to visit, play and learn to love to read. So this week we say thank you to our librarians who put forth so much effort in creating a warm and inviting space for us to explore, learn and tap into our imagination.

Craft:

Book Character. We have paper plates galore right now at our house and a whole bunch of sparkles, so we'll be creating that beautiful rainbow fish. But get creative! Create your favorite book character... or just color a simple coloring sheet of your child's favorite book. Remember this challenge is more about the purpose and less about the project.

Challenge: Visit your local librarian and say hello! I guarantee they are the sweetest people ever and will love your crafts that so kindly says thank you for all they do.

Then spread the word!

Thank you for joining us this week in being His good.

Not feelin’ crafty: buy donuts or bake cookies! remember there is more than one librarian in most cases.

Be His Good - Week 3

June 26, 2017

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The kids and I love the Post Office. We used to have to go there 2+ times a week for sending out packages. It was an outing they looked forward to, mainly for the bright smiles they came to know and the ever-so-lovely stickers they received. FYI to win over a kid... just give them a simple sticker, you'd think they've won the lottery. Plus the parents will love the fact that they weren't filled with more sugar, tooth decay or a slobbery mess.

These days we don't get to enjoy our weekly outing because of technology and the chance to ship from home. So this week, our Be the Good challenge, my family, personally, is going to revisit the past and say thank you to those men and women who help bring packages and cards to their destination safely all so we can open that precious birthday card or pay that lovely bill. And I guarantee if you walk in with a smile and take the time to enjoy and not hurry your way through without acknowledging them and their service, you'll get a smile right back and a feeling of gratitude to continue on your day.

Craft:

Postal Truck. If you grew up like I did in a small town... you really didn't know these cute little trucks existed. You just thought the same pick-up truck or car that had a flashing light on top and a person who kept driving on the opposite side of the vehicle delivered your mail. But turns out they do! And kids love them! At least mine do. They see ours coming down the side of the road and wait impatiently for him to come.

Challenge:

Have your kids sneak their artwork with a thank you into the mailbox or hand deliver to your local post office. Friendly note, take into consideration lunch time and after work tend to be busy times for people to run the errand to the post office.

Then spread the word!

Thank you for joining us this week in being His good.

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Be His Good Challenge - Week 2

June 19, 2017

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Week 2 of our Be His Good challenge is a shout out to our modern day heroes. Firemen. Even though my kids have never seen a real live fire beyond the one in our backyard. Or really haven't seen a fireman or woman in action. They are still obsessed. They love the big red trucks that have the big loud sirens. We put firemen and women on a pedestal in our house. So this week they'll be extra excited (and probably extra nervous) to meet their real live heroes and say thank you for all that they do and the sacrifice that they make.

Craft:

A Firetruck or firemen I found these two crafts to be adorable; we'll actually see how this goes with my three and five year old. It could turn out great, it could be a big yellow and orange blob on a red piece of paper. It's the thought that counts right?! Just enjoy the project and teach the kids all about Firefighters and how they help our city. Go to the local library and find firetruck books. Remember this challenge is more about the purpose and less about the project.

Challenge: Find your local fire station, call ahead if you need, and allow your children to hand off their beautiful artwork and say thank you to the men and women who keep them safe.

Then spread the word!

Thank you for joining us this week in being His good.

Not feelin’ crafty: buy donuts, bake cookies, color a picture. Anything goes.

Visit our pinterest board for more ideas as well.