Each year the stores are lined with a variety of advent calendars. What most have in common, however, is that they involve chocolate. Each day you open a little door to discover a lovely piece of candy. The kids eat it and the moment is over. This year why not try something different? As you … [Read more…]
Updated for 2017! The little trick or treaters have come and gone, candy wrappers are scattered around the house and stores are forcing you to put together those Christmas lists already. I am here to encourage you to not forget about Thanksgiving. It’s so easy to fall into the hype and go full force into … [Read more…]
Elf on the Shelf either raises cheers or groans and in some instances both occur in the same household. The concept is simple: an elf from Santa’s workshop visits your home usually after Thanksgiving until Christmas Eve. Children name the elf (or elves if there are multiple children) and his role is to report back … [Read more…]
Raised on Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang, I was proud to pass on the family tradition of watching Charlie Brown and his adventures right before every major holiday. My son is absolutely hooked on the music, laughing at the jokes and, my favorite part, learning some important lessons about life. Charles Schultz created timeless characters … [Read more…]
If you are from the Northeast then you know how difficult it can be to plan a winter birthday party. You can have it at your house but you have to worry about space as most likely hanging out outside is not an option. You can’t have a party at a pool, lake or farm … [Read more…]
We are so excited to share that Mommy University has partnered with the Liberty Science Center to bring you their latest learning adventures that the entire family will love. In exchange for sharing information on their latest brain boosting event, we will be attending the Halloween Camp In during which we will bring you all … [Read more…]
Updated for 2018! It’s coming! That long 4-day weekend when the kids are bouncing off the walls and always looking for something to do (or climb on in my family’s case). What am I talking about? Teacher’s Convention of course! It’s a weekend full of fun and learning for teachers so why can’t it be … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we received the costumes and accessories used in this post from Wholesale Halloween Costumes in exchange for this article. Wholesale Halloween Costumes has done it again. They have provided us with durable and comfortable costumes that have allowed for hours of fun and learning. Since my kids LOVE superheroes and have a … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, this post is sponsored by Tuckerton Seaport and Real Mom Media. All opinions are honest and completely my own. My family and I recently had the pleasure of attending an amazing event at Tuckerton Seaport which is a wonderful family destination located in Tuckerton, NJ. TRUCKerton featured over 20 food trucks offering … [Read more…]
“Dreams can grow wild born inside an American child.” – Phil Vasser I believe it is really important that our children understand how and why our country was created. They need to know what struggles took place for them to have the freedoms we enjoy today and every day. I understand, however, that sometimes it … [Read more…]