As I prepare for Christmas with my daughter (now 18 months), it occurs to me that the execution of our prep work is slightly different from the grand dreams I’ve had floating around in my head for the past few weeks. For one thing, I was excited to decorate the Christmas tree with my toddler. […]
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Christmas Eve is a magical time, and the traditions families create make it even more magical. I had the pleasure of asking my Facebook friends to share their Christmas Eve traditions. What a treat to be invited into their experiences and to see how they make Christmas Eve special. For me personally, I love traditions and […]
One of the traditions that I have always enjoyed at this time of the year is to carve or otherwise decorate pumpkins, but I had never thought about preserving a carved pumpkin. There are so many different ways that you can decorate your pumpkin that people of any age can participate in. Last year, when […]
As a mom to a young child, I’ve been thinking about alternatives to candy for his Easter basket. I try to stay away from giving him too many sweet treats so instead this year I’m choosing alternatives for his basket. Bubbles For all of you moms and dads out there, I’m sure you can relate […]
ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT HOSTING YOUR OWN EASTER EGG HUNT THIS YEAR? THIS IS THE PERFECT WAY TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS. Easter is quickly approaching. It’s time to start planning a fun egg hunt for the children. This is a great activity that can be enjoyed by all ages. Follow these […]
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Don’t get me wrong, I love going up north during the Fall and seeing all of the brightly colored leaves blowing off the trees. It’s beautiful, that’s for sure. But, having lived in Florida now for more than a decade I have come to LOVE Fall in Florida! Still not convinced? Here’s 7 reasons you […]
Frankly, I have been dropping the ball when it comes to celebrating Martin Luther King Day with my kids. I’ve gotta do something to recognize the civil rights leader, because January 20 is more than just a day off from school. So I went on a search for MLK Activities for Kids in Tampa Bay. On Thanksgiving, […]
Valentine’s Day is usually celebrated with lots of sweet treats. Every store is stocked with a variety of chocolates, cakes, candy and cookies. It can be a challenge finding a nutritious substitute perfect for Valentine’s Day. If you’re looking for a healthy alternative for your child, I can help. Here’s six simple but nourishing snacks […]
Today, it’s important for everyone to learn about our country’s past in order to create a better future. Black history is an important part of American history. As a parent, you may want to shield your kids from America’s ugly past but that knowledge is how we create progress and build a better country. First […]
Giving a good book as a gift is one of my favorite things to do. I give my kids at least one book for almost every occasion and am always looking for new ones. If you’re one of the people trying to stick to the four Christmas gift rule or are just in search of some new ideas, […]