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5 tips for getting your kids outside this summer
Did you know that 3 out of 4 children don’t even get an hour of exercise each day? That means that almost 75% of kids aren’t exercising enough according to the guidelines set forth by the governing boards. That is just unacceptable. We owe it to our children to help them be [...]
The Importance of Letting Your Kids Decorate
How old are your kids? Have you made the switch yet to letting them decorate their own rooms? I recently read an article wherein there was a leading child psychologist interviewed and spoke about about how parents should let children decorate their own room. That psychologist also spoke about how doing so [...]
Plan a Colorful Party with These Colorful Ideas
(edible unicorn cookie dough by my3littlekittens)Okay, I don’t know about you, but I am like the least creative person ever. It’s okay, I’ll own it. Seriously though, I need my hand held at all time when it comes to arts and crafts and *gasp* party planning and when you are a mom, it is hard [...]
What to Pack for Your Camping Trip with the Kids
My family and I went on our first big camping trip of the year last weekend and boy was it a blast! We hiked, we kayaked, we swam, we played cards, we caught bugs, we got sunburns, mosquito bites and it was just so much fun! We literally came straight home from our trip [...]
7 Tips for Successful Summer Outings with the Kids
Well, it’s official. Summertime is almost here! I have 3 kids at home so summertime is always a lot of fun, even though it can get hectic. Full disclosure, I have a teenager, a pre-teen and a toddler, so basically I am that exhausted mom you see running from place to place [...]
Kids in the Kitchen
If you are a busy person like I am (and I know that you are), it can be hard to fit family time into day to day life. Yes, you probably schedule family time in like many of us do, but wouldn’t it just be nice to spend time with your kids while they [...]
Kids in the Garden
Are you struggling with your kids? Do you find yourself fighting with them to eat healthy? Do you feel like a broken record when trying to convince them to go outside and get some fresh air? I know I have had these same frustrations with my children, but especially with my son [...]
Gifts for Mom on her Special Day
In case you didn’t know it, Mother’s Day is just around the corner! I am a mom of 3, and over the years I have gotten lots of gifts from my kids for Mother’s Day and other holidays. My husband is really great about that. He always takes them out shopping for [...]
Let's Talk About Pizza, Shall We?
Let’s talk about pizza, shall we? I mean, what is there not to love about pizza? Seriously, ask a group of your friends and family and I would bet several of them would say that their favorite food is pizza. Did you know that the average American eats approximately 22 pounds of tomatoes [...]
Time to Get in the Garden
Spring has officially sprung my friends! It may seem overly dramatic, but words cannot express my excitement over finally seeing the sun and a little bit of warmth for a change. How about you? What does Spring mean for you? For me it means a lot of outside activities start, including [...]