Our favorite family movie of the summer was Cars 3! It's one of those movies that both kids and adults can love, for some of the same reasons and some for different. Not only is it a super fun thrill ride, but it also offers heartfelt lessons without overdoing it! No one likes leaving a movie … [Read more...]

What's a fun way to get kids outside in the fresh air and being active? A trampoline!! When Little R was little he would play for hours on his swingset. Now that he no longer considers himself a "little kid" the swingset has lost its allure and he has been begging for a trampoline. That's … [Read more...]

Concerts are an excellent way for families to spend time together. I still remember my very first concert. I was in the 5th grade when I went with my parents to see Sha-na-na, the group that covered hits from the 50s and 60s. If you're ready to make some of your own family concert memories, now … [Read more...]

Let's face it, money doesn't grow on trees. For many people, myself included, find it's necessary to save for summer vacation. The good news is, there are tons of ways to do just that. Here are a few tips for saving for a summer vacation. Plan a "One Tank" Trip One way to save on vacation … [Read more...]

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #KidfreshMealOffers #CollectiveBias What's for dinner? That's never a fun question when you're running home late and haven't yet thought about what you or the family will be eating! While we … [Read more...]

One of my favorite parts of celebrating the holidays is being able to connect with so many people that we may not see or talk to during the year. This is especially the case with friends and family who live far away. For our family, we're pretty much in the middle of the country (well the … [Read more...]

When Little R first started reading, it was reaaaaaaallllly hard to keep him interested. He basically said that he hated reading and avoided it as much as possible. Then came graphic novels (aka comic books). Talk about a turn around!! He loved them and started reading without being encouraged. And … [Read more...]

So many girls love to dress as super heros, just like their male counterparts, but it's not nearly as easy to find Girls Super Hero Costume Capes and Masks. Of course, they can wear your standard Spider-Man, Batman, etc. costumes, but especially for those girls who love their pink and all things … [Read more...]