Shopping for little ones can be difficult sometimes. Either you are so overwhelmed with the selection that you want to get everything OR you can’t find anything you like. Plus, at that age, they can’t tell you what they want (although that may be a good thing). Over the years we have been introduced to … [Read more…]
Can you name a story that brings Mother Goose, Bo Peep and Tweedle Dee and Dum together? While our minds evoke memories of a fairy tale, they all come together with a slew of other unique characters in the iconic show Babes in Toyland. Originally, it was an operetta composed by Victor Herbert that brought … [Read more…]
Updated for 2019! The holidays are upon us! The trees are up, the lights are flickering and the cookies are baking. There is a sense of wonder and excitement in the air. It is also a time of year when our back accounts dwindle and our wallets go empty. It is the season of giving … [Read more…]
Get in the holiday spirit this season at one of the most unique amusement parks in the country, Diggerland USA! Winterfest is a fun and exciting experience the entire family will enjoy. In addition to the all amazing construction themed rides and attractions, guests will also enjoy a magical Winter Festival. Diggerland offers over 20 … [Read more…]
Dreams of sugar plum fairies appeared … The soundtrack of Christmas includes carols to hymns; however, the music of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker has assumed an impressive status since it emerged over 100 years ago. The ballet is inspired by a story adapted by Alexandre Dumas that when combined with Tchaikovsky’s music emerges into a surreal … [Read more…]
Each holiday season I try to come up with unique and personal gifts to give my boys’ teachers. I love homemade gifts because they are not only crafts we can do together as a family, but they also showcase my kids’ personalities. Last year, I decided to make I Spy ornaments which were so much … [Read more…]
Since the air has already taken on that crisp feel and snow has landed on our yard, we are indoors getting ready for the holidays. Preparing for the holidays usually entails shopping, cooking, parties and get togethers, but we also try to incorporate holiday crafts into the mix. From snow globes to ornaments, these are … [Read more…]
“It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities” ~ Dumbledore People often ask why we are such big Harry Potter fans, and those that don’t ask, just provide a look of confusion or disagreement when we talk about this iconic series. Until you have read the books … [Read more…]
We are so excited to bring you this year’s Play and Learn Stocking Stuffer Guide. We are thrilled to partner with some amazing and award-winning companies who provided some of the brain boosting toys on this list so we can share them with you this holiday season. Ever since I was a little girl, my … [Read more…]
We are so excited to bring you this year’s Play and Learn Holiday Gift Guide. We are thrilled to partner with so many amazing and award-winning companies who provided many of the brain boosting toys on this list so we can share them with you this holiday season. Since even before I was a parent, … [Read more…]