DIY Pineapple Costume

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You know how I feel about pineapples right? Remember when my daughter went to cheer camp last summer and we created an all kinds of 'pineapple' themed decor and treats for the girls on the team? Those were good times! Last weekend, my daughter's team competed at NCA in Dallas in the Youth Level 3 Division. It was a great competition and her team did really well. Prior to the competition, the gym arranged for the girls to have a few dress up days to get everyone pumped up about NCA. Usually, the All Star teams have specific practice uniforms for each day, but during NCA week- it was all about fun costumes/outfits. My favorite one was the "Twins Day". Afton and her friend wanted to dress alike... which gave me the perfect opportunity to craft something super cute!  Enter the DIY Pineapple Costume!

Luau Party - DIY Decorations

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My girl and I are heading to cheer camp soon. The camp is three days long and hosted at a local hotel. The girls will work on skills, stunts, team-building and have lots of fun. And I get to go along as a chaperone! One of the 'unofficial jobs' of a cheer camp chaperone is to decorate the room. Which as you know-- is right up my alley! The theme we chose is "Tropical"-- so think of a luau with a tiki hut, palm trees, and lots of pineapples.

DIY Sunshine Bucket

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My daughter's little friend recently broke her elbow during team practice. She is the sweetest friend- so we decided to cheer her up with a "Bucket Full of Sunshine".

A few moms pitched in money, and I went shopping at "Five Below". And what tween girl doesn't love a bucket of goodies from "Five Below"??? I tried to stick with the 'yellow' theme, like the sun.

Salad Bar Teacher Luncheon

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Our Hospitality Committee has been hard at work! Last week we hosted a luncheon for the teachers at our school. I decided to go with the "Hello Sunshine" theme since our staff makes every day at school sunny :) And because every teacher loves a good salad, we set up a yummy salad bar too!

I found my inspiration for the Salad Bar idea at Sara Robbins.com. Her salad bar is a lot more fancy than ours, but the results are the same. A yummy DIY salad. I like this idea for school luncheons, showers, or a family dinner. You can vary the ingredients based on your guests. Vegetarians, meat eaters-- there is something for everyone!

Via Sara Robbins.com

Mustang Panther Cheer

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I live in Texas and around here, football is kind of a big deal. Which means that cheer is too! My girls and I have been involved with the Mustang Panther Cheer program for four years now. I love our recreational cheer program because it gives all girls the chance to build a great cheer and dance foundation, build confidence and coordination, and create lifelong friendships.

This year, the original founder of MP Cheer, Kristen Lawless,  handed over this amazing program to Tiffany Carey and myself. We are honored to take the reins and continue to grow this organization.

MP Cheer is a non-profit organization that serves 5 squads and a total of 55 girls. Our group works along side the Grapevine Colleyville Youth Football League. The coaches for both the cheer and football program are volunteers.  I can't tell you how amazed I am with the level of dedication shown by all of the parents who give their time and talents to this program.

At the beginning of each season, MP Cheerleaders learn pom dances and cheers at a three-day long summer cheer camp. This year, each girl was given her own personalized megaphone. Throughout the season, the girls earn stickers on their megaphones for showing "Bow 2 Toe" spirit. We created this chart to help girls focus on being the best cheerleaders they can be.

Craft Project Ideas.com was kind enough to send us these great 'cheer holographic' stickers to use and review for our program.

 

The stickers from Craft Project Ideas.com have been perfect for the girls' megaphones-- stickers make great incentives! And every cheerleader loves a little sparkle :) This week is Homecoming for our high school. These stickers will be perfect for decorating signs and mums for the annual parade. 

Our MP cheer season will continue through November, ending with a league 'Super Bowl'. I love the team work and enthusiasm these girls bring to every game.

We "Go Pink" for the entire month of October!

Are your kids involved with rec sports in your town?  What is your child's favorite sport?

PS-If you are a cheer fan... be sure to check out my "Cheer Board" on Pinterest too :)
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