I have this problem and I do it to myself over and over again. I plan a project and I think, “oh I can have this done in an hour.” Five hours later I am still knee-deep in said project. Anyone else? Well, one of my big projects for our home this year was getting …
Outdoor Fun
No matter what time of year it is, getting the kids outdoors and active is important because we all know outdoor play is highly beneficial for children in a variety of ways. Benefits Of Outdoor Activities For Children The benefits are great when it comes to getting kids outside to play. Some of the positives …
Heading to the coast for a family beach vacation? Spending a day at the river? Or are you just a regular beach-goer? No matter how often you head to the waters, this post is for you. We’ve compiled an amazing list of beach gear that you’ll go crazy for! From the basics to some really …
This Backyard Discovery Beacon Heights Playhouse Review is sponsored by Backyard Discovery. As always, all opinions are my own. Earlier this summer, a big storm damaged some of our outdoor play equipment. One of the things the straight-line winds destroyed was our Backyard Discovery Grand Escape. (Head over to my Instagram post if you’d like …
As parents, I think we’ve all been there before. We plan a fun outing with our children, we hype it up to be the most exciting part of the week, and then it turns into a disaster. I remember one time we took our kids to a local wildlife preserve. They were so excited to …
Years ago, it seems like it was normal for practically everyone to be raised on a farm. If you happened to be a “town kid”, most likely you had grandparents or other close relatives who probably still farmed. As the generations have progressed, family farms are becoming more scarce in many parts of the world …
For many of you living in the north, spring is just finally starting to peak its head. Although here in Minnesota, we had a bit of a blizzard on April 6th and 7th. Thankfully, less than a week later, the sun was blazing and that snow is MELTING! All I can say is, it is …
Taking a baby to the beach may seem like a crazy idea but we take our kiddos with us everywhere. Since we do foster care, that includes any extra visitors we may also have. Many things come into play, though, and it takes a lot more planning when traveling with infants and toddlers. So I’ve …
Summertime Sundays mean a lot to our family. First we head off to church. Then, the rest of the day is typically spent on family bike rides and picnics at local parks. It’s a great way to hang out with family while also getting some exercise and nourishment. This Sunday tradition has been going on …