Category Archives: Fun

The Perfect Summer T-Shirt

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Janae

The other day, my daughter came home from a day camp with the coolest shirt. Excited to teach us her new-found way of tye-dying, she quickly taught her brothers how to make one. They got to work and had a … Continue reading →

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Slow Down

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Sunny

This is a reminder I need on a daily, perhaps hourly, basis. I’m sharing it in case you need the reminder, too. If you liked this post, you might also like:Life is Better With…Wet Wipes!I don’t even remember my first … Continue reading →

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Stand up Paddle This Summer!

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Heidi

There’s a fun new sport for your whole family to try this summer — stand up paddling! Chances are by now you have heard about stand up paddling. It seems to be the fad article in magazines, highlighting the celebrities … Continue reading →

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Father’s Day Gift: “Hand”made Tie

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Kerri

Handmade Ties for Father’s Day is the perfect gift for kids to give their Daddy! Continue reading →

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Summer Treats

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Janae

Kids LOVE treats. They also LOVE to help make creative treats. The following are my top 10 treats for summer partly because many of them cool you off on a hot summer day and partly because most of them are … Continue reading →

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Driving Lessons

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Sunny

I barely remember it now, but when my oldest child was a preschooler, we started driving lessons. I remember something falling through in our schedule and suddenly having a few minutes to ourselves. Not enough time to go anywhere and … Continue reading →

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Summer Fun at Home

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Janae

In a previous post, I promised fun summer ideas to keep you busy making memories throughout the summer. My last post was on taking advantage of what the community had to offer. But, for those days when you’re stuck home … Continue reading →

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Children’s Tent – A Perfect Getaway…Hideout…Reading Nook…Outdoor Shade…Bed…anything!!

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Heidi

Recently my 3 year old earned an award for staying dry (ie- “potty training bribe”). It was the “Bella Butterfly Cabin Tent” designed by David Kirk, author of the well-known Little Miss Spider books. It was supposed to be a … Continue reading →

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Out of the Box Fun

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Kerri

Speaking of recycling, (thanks, Cheri) this is SUCH a fun activity that I loved a as a kid, and just as much as a Mom. Collect large boxes (I mean, HUGE, if you can). Or call your local supply store … Continue reading →

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Piano, Cello, Percussion, Innovation

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Sunny

How many adults do you know who used to play the piano when they were kids? How many adults do you know who wished they still could play the piano or another musical instrument? I’ve tried to pick up a … Continue reading →

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