Author Archives: Heidi

About Heidi

My name is Heidi and I live on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. I have three young girls and a baby son, and a husband who makes me laugh. We love to turn up the music and dance in the livingroom, bend down and smell fresh grass, and play at the beach in the sunshine. I run a stand up paddle school, sharing good times with tourists on the island. I love teaching stand up paddling, and it proves a challenge to do a good job raising a family while running a business. Like my post? Please leave a comment.

Positive Discipline, the book

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Heidi

Positive Discipline by Jane Nelsen, Ed.D. has sat on my bookshelf for 3 years now, and every time I looked at it I could hear the voice of my friend who gave it to me, “This is a great book. … Continue reading →

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Ninja Vs. Ninja

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Heidi

What do you look for in a fun game? How about easy rules, quick game time, a bit of rush of adrenaline, and, of course, fun playing pieces? Here is a game my husband and I happened upon during a … Continue reading →

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Treat your Mother Right this Mother’s Day

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Heidi

Happy Mother’s Day from Mr. T! May this video bring some humor into your day, and remember, treat your mother right (and be sure your kids do too!) If you liked this post, you might also like: Older and Younger … Continue reading →

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There Is Something To Be Said About Going To That Soccer Game

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Heidi

My friend and I were talking the other day, and something she said caught my attention. She said, “I don’t believe in pressuring my kids into doing anything.” This seems like a modern trend in parenting — allowing children to … Continue reading →

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Make An Earth Day Pledge

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Heidi

Tomorrow is Earth Day!!! What a wonderful day to celebrate this BEAUTIFUL earth we live on, and to pledge to do our part to help the earth however we can. To celebrate this earth, I highly recommend Planet Earth: The … Continue reading →

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A New, CLEAN fundraiser for your school or Non-profit Group

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Heidi

Here is a solution to two big problems we can find in every state, every town, every neighborhood. The problems are litter, and lack of funds for public schools and non-profit groups. Now you’re thinking: a solution for both? How … Continue reading →

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Learning History in our Home

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Heidi

Looking back on your school years, particularly in Social Studies classes, were you taught the history of the world? I mean, from beginning to present? If your studies were like mine, you were taught in chunks, jumping from the Rennaisance … Continue reading →

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Muffins Unite for a Greener Planet!

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Heidi

Have you ever made a bowl full of muffin batter, only to discover that you’re out of paper muffin cups? The only alternative is to spray that muffin tray and dash with flour, but that leaves a good clean-up for … Continue reading →

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My 3 Favorite Kitchen Appliances

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Heidi

There are 3 tools I have in my kitchen that I love.  They are fun to use and help my family be a bit more healthy. Vitamix Okay, this thing is a blender Giant.  Soups, ice cream, smoothies, the whole … Continue reading →

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Recycling Water

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Heidi

You wouldn’t share the same drinking glass as your kids, but your plants don’t mind. How many cups of half-drunk water find their way back to the kitchen sink in your house? In our house, it’s plenty.  And if you’re … Continue reading →

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