It’s… summer, summer, summertime… so we’ve got vacations on the mind. Whether you are currently planning a trip, looking for ideas, or daydreaming about an already planned trip; you are going to enjoy this list. We asked our moms to share the best vacation spot they’ve visited. Read on for some major vacay inspo. Holly’s…
Category: Outings
Fun Summer Activities for Kids
With summer here, your kids will have long days to keep themselves amused. Here are some great ideas for kids outdoor play to keep them busy and happy. Outdoor Play Activities Pour colored sand in with regular sand in a sandbox for more variety. Encourage kids to be more creative than just building sand castles….
Friends for Life
When I look back at my childhood some of my fondest memories center around my parents’ social life. I have incredible memories of them hosting their friends at our house. They would have game night, Trivial Pursuit night, sit around the piano and sing night, and even “let’s sample all of the frozen yogurt in…
5 Ideas for a Kid Summer Staycation
Singing, “School’s out for the Summer,” but what do we do with our kids now? This is every mom’s thought, including how can you make the groceries you just bought last more than a day. You also think, “Laundry is sure to double by the end of the week.” Being a parent is even harder…
Not Your Usual Summer To-Do List {with toddler}
Some of us scour the internet for places to go and activities to do with our little ones when we have time off. I’m no different, I’m always trying to expose him to new and different things {and keep him entertained so I don’t go insane}. This summer will be my first summer off in…
That Time I Went to a Float Spa
Like any mom, I have dealt with my fair share of stress and anxiety. And, I’ll admit, while I know that things like working out, journaling and meditation are means to decompress and cope… sometimes those options are just not as fun as a sleeve of Oreos, am I right? Either way, I’m always down…
A Family Who Plays Together…
There are so many successful ways to parent. Personally, I don’t feel one is better than another. You just need to find out what works for your family and go for it. One of the biggest decisions my husband and I have made is to involve our son in nearly everything we do. We want…
How to Survive a Solo Road Trip with Small Children
Road trips can be trying for anyone’s patience and sanity. Now try doing it on your own… with two kids. Well I have. More times than I can count at this point. My family and I moved from Southern New Jersey to Vermont one year ago. That’s approximately 300+ miles and 6 hours with no…
Defeating Resentment: How I Got Hooked on Kayak Fishing
My daughter was born when I was 21-years old and I had all the energy in the world. The lack of sleep was bad, but didn’t throw me into the zombie-like trance I found myself in constantly when I had my son at 35. I had never felt my age until then. I was fortunate…
5 Things To Do with Your Kids on Earth Day
Can you believe it is April already? The sun is getting higher and brighter, the days are getting longer, and the kids are gearing up for summer break. Earth Day is just around the corner, April 22. Earth Day is a great opportunity to go environmentalist on our kids… teaching the importance of caring for…