Do your kids ever get scared of the dark? When we have storms coming in, we often give the kids a flashlight near their bed so they will have light if the power goes out. But where do you put a flashlight? On the floor? On a night table? how about in a special holder…
Every community has it’s hidden treasures. Sometimes there are little Mom & Pop shops that only a few locals know about. Maybe there is a coffee shop or catfish house that the regulars love but the average community member has never visited. In our community, there is a tiny room called the Amen Corner that…
What makes you smile? Each Saturday, I am bringing you the chance to share something that makes you smile! This is sometimes a picture of your child, your pet, a flower in bloom, a new fish you just caught or an amazing sunrise. Snap a picture and share it with us here! Saturday Smiles Sometimes…
It’s Kentucky Derby week! That means that many kindergarten classes are preparing for their big race day on Friday. Teachers are making stick horses; parents are scrambling to help their kids craft the best Derby hats and everyone is ready for the biggest horse race of the year. Anyone attending the Kentucky Derby knows that…
Have you ever tried to shop for a boy between the age of 10-12? Finding something that will make them say “cool” is almost impossible. It happens every year about a month before Christmas and birthdays, the aunts and grandmas start calling to see what is the boy into now? Most Moms of boys this…
As the weather starts to get prettier, more families are heading out to the zoos, parks, and public amusement parks. The probability of losing a child in these places is slim, but the possibilities are there. It’s always a good idea to make sure everyone is prepared and has a plan in place for emergency…
I received products for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own. No monetary compensation was received. When it’s rainy outside it’s time to find a fun indoor activity that still lets you stay connected to the world outside. My kids recently had fun painting these little wooden lizards from Oriental Trading Co….
Are you stumped about what you should write? Feeling the pressure to post an amazing article that will bring in thousands of eager readers for your blog but drawing a complete blank when you look at the computer screen? Maybe it’s time to get your inspiration from the entertainment industry. Did you just finish a…