Social media has become a part of everyone’s life. However, as a parent, you may wish to keep things a little more private. That is why I am happy to partner with a recently-launched mobile app, Sproutly. They are a private social network for family so they provide a worry free, easy way to share with […]
Brazos Bend State Park Things To Do
Planning outdoor fun for the family this summer? In Texas? You may want to take a look at the attractions and facilities at Houston area’s Brazos Bend State Park. National Parks and State Parks are such a treasure and resource for us all. Many of these 17 fun activities can be done at a lot […]
Igloo Recool Biodegradable Cooler Reuse Project
I just love the new biodegradable coolers which are so much better than the old styrofoam coolers that broke easily and were not compostable. This is such a quick and easy DIY project and it is perfect for this time of year when you want to get outside and enjoy nature. This step-by-step written tutorial […]
Best Cannery Row Restaurants and Hotels
I recently wrote a post about 17 things to do in Cannery Row, Monterey, California. After having experience Cannery Row first hand on a press trip, I had so many stories and photos I wanted to share that I couldn’t fit it all into one article. This post is focused on where to eat and […]
How To Make A Cornhole Game For Kids
Cornhole is an outdoor game that has been around for decades, but was slow to gather a following. In recent years though, a kids corn hole game has become the backyard game of choice. Backyards aren’t the only place cornhole boards are being set up. They can be found at nearly every tailgate party throughout […]
Gardening with Kids: Teaching Life Lessons Through Nature
Take a step back in time, back to when you were young. Most of us have memories of either our parent’s garden or our grandparents, and tapping into these magical moments can remind you of some of the benefits of gardening with children. There is much to be learned from gardening and many of the […]
Parenting Alternatives to Spanking
National Spank Out Day is April 30th. Lots of people don’t want to spank their children, but they don’t know what to do instead. With that in mind, I’d like to share an excerpt from Crystal Lutton‘s book, Grace-Based Living to offer some constructive alternatives to spanking children. She also answers questions about whether spanking […]