Like you, I realized a few months ago that we often had the TV on as background noise & it was basically just a distraction. Now we have music on and change it up based on what we’re doing.

We also try to get outside as much as we can, including taking typically indoor activities outside. The kids have their own little table outside where they’ll take art projects, play-doh and snacks on a dry day. We’ll also spread out a blanket and read outside. And during the summer months, we eat almost all meals outside.

In the NW, we learn new ways to take advantage of our beautiful, green outdoors in the different seasons each year.