Need some fresh ideas for things to bring to all of the cookouts, backyard parties, and barbecues this summer? Look no further! Everyone loves a good summer salad made with fresh ingredients, and the ones on this list are sure to be a hit at your next outdoor meal. Do you have a favorite cookout […]
School is Out – Now What?
The school year is coming to a close – maybe for some of you it is already over – and the kids are perhaps excited to be home for the summer, or perhaps they are missing school and their friends or routines. Either way, if you’re finding yourself wondering how to keep them occupied this […]
How to Beat the Heat With Kids
Trying to stay cool this summer while still spending plenty of time outdoors? Check out this list of ways to beat the heat with your kids. Hint: most of them include water! Popsicles! Kids LOVE popsicles, and they’re a great way to cool down in the summer. However, many of the popsicles available from the […]
5 Ways to Prepare for a Summer of Fun
Although it’s difficult to believe, summer is just around the corner. School will be out before we know it, and those long, summer days are just ahead. No matter what your summer plans are for this year, here are 5 ways you can prepare for summer full of fun. Buy new swimsuits. While it may […]
Summer Smoothie Recipes
Summer is upon us and this means it’s sometimes just too hot to cook or eat a hot meal. Smoothies are a good option at this time of year especially because they are cold, refreshing, hydrating, and full of delicious nutrition! Check out these summer smoothie recipes for some ideas: Strawberry Banana Smoothie – The […]
Fun Summer DIY Activities That Won’t Break the Bank
It’s the time of year again, mamas. You start to hear those dreaded words: “I’m bored.” No matter how many times you remind them about their rooms full of toys and games or their shelves full of books, it seems all they want to do is stare at a screen. Can you relate? We have […]
Visiting #Hersheypark #PepsiAtThePark #ad
Disclosure- I received free tickets to the park in order to facilitate this review. This is a sponsored post in cooperation with Pepsi. All opinions are my own and honest. Now that summer is here, and the heat is definitely on, the sweetest place on Earth aka Hershey Park in nearby Hershey, Pa is a great place […]
National Get Outdoors Day – Get Up Get Outside
Indoor play can be fun – but there really is nothing like heading outdoors and enjoying nature. Whether you are exploring a national forest or simply a local park, outdoor exploration is much closer than you might think. Every neighborhood has a #Naturehood. As kids it was easy for us to spend time outdoors – […]
As Seen on TV: Wubble Bubble Ball Review
*I was sent product in order to facilitate this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.* I’ll confess that I’m a sucker for “As Seen on TV” products. My house is full of kitchen gadgets, cleaning products and appliances I saw on TV. Very few of those products really live up to their hype, […]
Have a Food Safe 4th of July!
The smell of barbecue on the grill, happy picnics with family and friends, pool parties with hamburgers, fresh veggies and delicious fruit and colorful fireworks all evoke the essence of summer and true Americana. We dream about it all year long and rejoice when the season of sunshine and outdoors has finally arrived…summer! Before […]
