There are so many weather events that occur each year. Whether you live in the direct path of hurricanes and floods or not, there are some definite common sense emergency preparedness tips that we should all be doing now – before there is a situation like a hurricane, flood or weather emergency. This post includes…
Sometimes we plan out major road trips and vacations and head out to popular tourist destinations and share them with you, but other times we find hidden treasures in our own backyard that amaze and impress us. Recently, we were on the road traveling through Versailles, Kentucky and we saw a little sign pointing to…
Do you love intrigue? Are you looking for a new book full of suspense and light romance? In High Treason, DiAnn Mills delivers another great book for her readers that is sure to keep you engaged from the start of page one! Hobbies on a Budget received a copy of this book from Tyndale for…
Are you a baseball fan? Do you know every baseball player’s name, their stats and what teams they have played on? Think you know all about Babe Ruth? Have you ever thought about who was the tallest player who ever played or where baseball originated? Recently our family took a road trip and toured the…
Sometimes we travel to new places and sometimes we dream about traveling. This past week, my daughter had the opportunity to play the role of Dorothy in the local school play and step into a world “over the rainbow”. That meant that we had to find ruby slippers. Of course, we could have bought them…
This past weekend, we had some of our cousins and grandparents come spend a few days. We had a great time making memories together and didn’t spend any money (except for food). Spending time together can sometimes be all about the big amusement parks, going to the movies and enjoying big city entertainment options, but…
On a recent trip to Northwest Arkansas, a few of my colleagues and I decided to take a few minutes and tour the Walmart Museum in Bentonville, Arkansas. Downtown Bentonville is a step back in time with a beautiful picturesque square, little shops nestled around the corners and delicious restaurants. On the corner, you can…
Have you taken a look at your kids recently? Chances are, they’re growing up and you may not even realize it. With a high schooler, middle schooler and upper elementary student, we’re facing the reality that we no longer have little kids in our house. As they get taller and older, it’s time to upgrade…
Learning about history is not just what happens inside the classroom. More learning takes place when we get outside the walls of our schools and explore the world around us. What do you know about General Andrew Jackson? Recently we visited the Hermitage to learn about the General and explore his plantation right outside Nashville….