Though recycling isn't mandatory, it's something you certainly should consider doing, both for the well-being of the planet and future generations. Getting your children in on the act, at an early age, is even better. Here are a few ways to make household recycling fun for everyone. Way to Make Household Recycling Fun Decorate Your Recycle Bins The majority of cities supply at least one or two recycle bins to every interested household. Whether you use the bins provided or purchase your … [Read more...]
Mario Party Star Rush: Simple Mario Party Ideas
This year my children both have a Nintendo 3DS game that they love. It's their go-to game, and they first learned about and played it on our visit to Nintendo HQ in Renton, Washington. That game is the 3DS Mario Party Star Rush. Have your kids played a Mario Party game on Nintendo before? About Mario Party Star Rush Break free of turn order, with all players plotting strategy, rolling the dice, and moving. all simultaneously! Team up with your friends in the real world to compete to take … [Read more...]
Family Movie Night with Surf’s Up 2: Wavemania
We watched new movie this week for Family Movie night, Surf's Up 2. I don't know if you know this but my hubby grew up in Southern California and he is a surfer. Now, he wears a very thick wet suit and surfs here in Western Washington whenever he gets the chance. When the first Surf's Up came out, ten years ago, it was a hit in our home. We didn't even have kids yet and my husband and I watched it. Now, my kids own the movie and they've watched it over and over with their dad. It's a big … [Read more...]
Easiest Dark Chocolate and Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe
It's no secret that chocolate and peanut butter are one of my favorite flavor combinations. It's also no secret that I love sweets. I have a sweet tooth for sure! Plus, when the dessert recipe is simple to make? I mean this one is only three easy ingredients! It really is the easiest dark chocolate peanut butter fudge recipe ever! Instead of keeping the entire batch, why don't you make this and gift it to your family, friends, neighbor or co-workers? They'd love it! Easiest Dark Chocolate … [Read more...]
Clean Romance Movies to Stream on Netflix (All are Rated PG)
Our family loves romantic movies, it started with my mom. And now my Tween loves staying over Nana's house and watching old movies with her. To clarify, we love clean romance movies. Those are getting more difficult to come by. I love when Hollywood comes out with a new romantic movie that is rated PG. It doesn't happen often, most rated PG movies are kids movies. We've cut the cable bill long ago, and stream our television and movies. Netflix offers so many movie options, it can be overwhelming … [Read more...]
Love these American Girl Valentine’s Day Ideas!
Do you give your kids Valentine's Day Gifts? I grew up getting a gift for Valentine's Day every year and I loved it. I looked forward to my chocolates and small gift all year long. Valentine's Day is such a fun holiday. Getting ready and deciding which Valentine's Day cards to hand out to friends is also so fun. Here are some great American Girl Valentine's Day ideas for you! 2017 American Girl Doll of the Year This Valentine's Day, I'll be giving my nine year old the new American Girl … [Read more...]
Losing Weight with the THRIVE Experience
These THRIVE reviews are a sponsored post. All opinions are mine alone. Seek medical professional advice before starting any weight loss journey. I am not a medical professional. This holiday season I gained five pounds. Five pounds in one month! It's easy to gain it, but so hard losing it, isn't it? So at the beginning of the year I decided a change was very necessary. I didn't want to see the number on the scale continually go up. Then last week my husband and I took a trip to Tucson, … [Read more...]
