With Christmas rapidly approaching and the New Year just 2 weeks away, many of us are feeling stressed out and overwhelmed. Even if you enjoy this time of the year, the to-do list seems to grow daily and getting everything done in time feels like hard work. All that hard work can actually make some of us feel a little down about the holidays. But instead of letting the long … [Read more...]
A Valentine’s Day Celebration with the Kids, it Can Work
Valentine’s Day celebrations conjure images of candlelit dinners and walking arm-in-arm on a street light lined avenue. The epitome of two people in love spending time staring into each others eyes. But what if you have a gaggle of kids and no babysitter? Couples with children sometimes let these special days pass them by because of parental responsibilities. But trust me, it … [Read more...]
How I Keep Crazy to a Minimum During the Holidays
You made it through Thanksgiving, but it's not over yet! The holiday season is still in full swing and there's still plenty of shopping, cooking and family time left in the year, but it doesn't have to be stressful. Here are some tips to save you from snatching your hair out during the holiday hustle and bustle: Travel - This is one of my biggest crazy makers (as Hubs and I … [Read more...]
10 Activities that will Cure Summer Boredom
There is always a huge rush for summer but then less than a week into it the kids start bickering and screaming your name every 10 minutes. Here are ten activities you can do to cure the boredom blues: Teach them how to play a game you played as a kid. I taught my step daughter how to play “cartoon freeze tag” a game that is just like regular tag except you have to scream … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Family Activities on a Budget
Times are hard financially for many. After paying for gas, groceries, mortgages and other essentials, there isn't much left to play with. A lot of families are struggling with the ability to stay within their budget and still have the financial means to take their family out for fun activities. Luckily, we came up with some tips for parents who are on a tight budget but still … [Read more...]