For the last few months, Nathanael has been asking for a Nintendo Switch. He saw a YouTube Kids video about Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and he wanted it. That particular game is for the newest Nintendo console -- the Switch. We asked Nate if he'd like a large party with his classmates or if he'd like a very small party with family and a larger gift. He easily and quickly answered that he wanted a large present. (We asked that same question to our 9 year old and she asked for a large party.) So at … [Read more...]
10 Water Parks in Washington State to Visit This Season
Looking for a way to cool down or want a day packed full of fun this summer? Well if you are in Washington, or plan to visit, below are the top water parks to visit! From thrilling slides, fun wave pools, or float through a lazy river, these parks have something fun for each member in the family! Make sure to grab your floaties, sunscreen, and flip flops and head out to one of these epic water parks in Washington! Epic Water Parks in Washington State Wild Waves & Enchanted Village, … [Read more...]
Raising Boys to be Great Men One Day
If you have a son or two, you know that old saying, boys will be boys. While I agree boys will be boys, I believe we can also prepare them to be great men one day. Below are ways you can help teach your son how to be a stand up guy when he is grown and leaves the nest. I believe that raising boys to be a loving, caring, kind is essential. It is important to teach boys: how to respect women have a good work ethic be honest be kind and so much more! Below you will find tips … [Read more...]
New Carmen Sandiego Animated Series Coming to Netflix in 2019!
Where is Carmen Sandiego in the 21st century? She's getting a much needed reboot from Netflix in 2019 and I am pretty excited. I was a BIG fan of the Carmen Sandiego game in elementary school. Then when PBS had Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? (1991 to 1996) my sister and I loved watching it. The franchise centers around Carmen Sandiego, who is the ringleader of the criminal organisation, V.I.L.E. The protagonists are agents of the ACME Detective Agency who try to thwart the crooks' plans … [Read more...]
Growing Your Family: What is Egg Donation?
I partnered with Growing Generations and BraVoMark on this post. All opinions are mine. Many people mistakenly think that because of this blog name, Long Wait For Isabella, I had a hard time getting pregnant. When in fact, I had a very easy time getting pregnant. But, my husband and I purposely waited 9 years after marriage to have our first child, Isabella. Then four years later, I got pregnant the first month I tried to conceive, with my second child - Nathanael. I know many women … [Read more...]
Gearing Up for Disney Cars 3 Movie with Juicy Juice!
Disney Cars 3 is coming to a theater near you on June 16! We are counting down. My son has been asking Alexa (Amazon Echo) how many days until June 16. Since he turns five in June, the release of Cars 3 is a great excuse to enjoy a family movie in honor of his birthday. Do you have a Disney Cars fan in your house? Gearing Up for the Disney Cars 3 Movie While we were on vacation this last month, my son got a new toy. I tried to talk him into something smaller that could travel really … [Read more...]
FREE Seattle Washington Family Activities
Seattle is a great place for family fun! Regardless of age, it's easy to find appropriate activities for the whole gang. These are a few Seattle Washington activities to consider. Seattle Center There's always something going on at Seattle Center, which is why it's one of the area's to tourist destinations! It's free to play at the Artists at Play playground, which is home to a 30-foot climbing tower. Wander around the gardens and when weather permits play in the water from the … [Read more...]
