Category Archives: Fun

Customize Your Stuff

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Heidi

I have recently been introduced to a great site where you can create customized designs from everything from Keds shoes and skateboards to t-shirts, hats, and necklace pendants.  And unlike other shops I have seen, this one does not have … Continue reading →

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A Few of Our Favorite Things

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Cheri

Have you ever woken up in the morning, worried about how you’re going to make it thru the day with your little ones when you have NOTHING planned?  This happens to me too often.  So one of those days, I got … Continue reading →

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Handmade Fudge

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Kerri

Keep little hands busy in this science experiment, squishing ingredients in a bag to make homemade fudge. Continue reading →

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Muffin Tin Snacks

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Kerri

Whether it’s snack time or lunch time, there’s always time to add a little fun and creativity to your child’s day. The verdict:  You make it a game, and they’re excited to eat a variety of foods.  Too many choices?  … Continue reading →

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Valentine Party Family Style

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Sunny

Certainly I enjoy going out with my husband to celebrate Valentine’s Day, but there are other people in my home that I want to know I love them, too.  And remind them that they love each other.  But I frankly … Continue reading →

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Water Play Activities

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Cheri

Idle hands are the devil’s handiwork…or something like that.  Sometimes my girls just need some times to get their hands moving.  If I’m not careful, their need to use their hands turns in to poking, pushing, grabbing, hitting, and all … Continue reading →

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Baby Blanket Tips

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Sunny

In the family I grew up in, none of us were attached to baby blankets, so I was caught off guard when my first baby grew attached to a quilt I had been given at his baby shower. He wanted … Continue reading →

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Fixing Drafty Windows and Doors on a Dime

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Cheri

I live in Minnesota.  And Minnesota + January = Very Cold=-14 degrees tonight.  We also live in a very old home where the windows and doors are not sealed well at all.  Typically, we feel drafts whenever we sit on … Continue reading →

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Winter is Snow Much Fun — even inside!

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Kerri

When the kids want to play in the snow, but you’re just not in the mood to play the snowgear game — you know the one: 20 minutes getting the kids dressed in their snow gear, just for them to … Continue reading →

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Warm Feet in Bed–For Adults Only

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Sunny

My son informs me that 49 of the 50 states currently have snow on the ground.  Here in Denver we’ve had our coldest days of the season this past week.  Having a set of feet that are just fine until … Continue reading →

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