There is a day to celebrate all our favorites, and March 19th is Monopoly Day! Monopoly has evolved throughout the years with many versions and themes, but the addicting real estate tycoon game is still the same in so many ways. I remember playing the traditional Monopoly board game as a kid and it would take HOURS to play, usually ending way before anyone was truly a winner. Now that my little girls are old enough to play Monopoly with me, I ...
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The Living Locket by Origami Owl Makes The Perfect Gift for Mother’s Day
I remember even as a little kid, I was always fascinated by lockets. They were so personal, each one unique. Housing a simple picture that made the person wearing it feel just a little more connected to a person in an image. I always imagined who I would include in my own locket- would I put my mother? My grandparents? Who would I want to carry with me to remind me of home? I never owned a locket, so the point was moot. Now that I'm ...
Keeping Kids Comfortable During Cold Season
This has been a pretty mild year for our family as far as viruses go. Aside from my middle daughter and her flu from hell a few weeks ago, we've been pretty lucky to have stayed away from the recurring strep infections from last year. Chalk it up to a mild winter, better hand washing, or stronger immune systems, but whatever it is, I'll take it! I counted my lucky stars until yesterday when my oldest started complaining of a sore throat, which ...
Bath time fun with The First Years Disney Baby Bath Toys
I've never met a kid that didn't like bath time. My kids beg to stay in longer- this is their time to play, splash, and unwind from the grueling days of preschool and first grade (if only they knew!) My little guy has become more aware of his surroundings and is starting to take longer baths as well where we play with age-appropriate toys. He's grown very attached to anything Mickey Mouse, and becomes fascinated with bright colored objects. When ...
It’s Almost Swimsuit Season! Check out all Platypus Australia has to offer!
Summer days are around the corner and I'm getting excited planning our summer bucket list. There are a handful of summer must haves, like a good sunscreen (and plenty of it) as well as rainy day crafts, and a few swimsuits for each of my children. Last summer we didn't plan much because we knew having a newborn might throw off our routine for a while, but this summer we are already planning for trips on the east coast and hot summer fun in our ...
The Little Tikes Cape Cottage Playhouse is Great for Tall Kids!
Spring is here, even though the temperatures are still confused- one week its cold, the next week it's warmer, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel! Every nice day we've had so far, we've taken full advantage of. My girls love being outdoors and enjoy having a backyard. Unfortunately our back yard isn't that big, but we try to utilize the space as best as we can. The kids have a small swing/slide combo, we have our grilling area, a ...
Pretend Play with Music Festival Vibes Dolls
As a mom of two girls, I stress the importance of creativity and individuality. I know all too well the hurdles many girls face during their younger years where peer relationships influence everything they say and do. Not one day goes by where I explain to them, especially my 6 year old, that while having meaningful friendships are important, you must also be your own person. I'm starting to think she gets it, based on stories about her day, but ...
Quick and Easy Pressure Cooker Chili Bowls
Somewhere between school drop off and pickup I should be thinking about what's for dinner and at the very least, defrosting some meat and figuring out the rest later. There are some days I blink and dinner miraculously comes together with ease, and there are other days that I give in to the leftovers or frozen meals just to get everyone's bellies full. With so much talk about slow cookers and pressure cookers, I knew it was time I got out of my ...