For small children (and even older ones), the concept of homework being fun is probably an extremely foreign one. Parents often reach their wit's end with their children when it comes time to do homework each night, but it doesn't have to be so. In fact, there are a couple of simple tips that can make the completion of homework a much less agonizing process. If you want to learn about how to make homework fun for your kids, read on! Make a Game of It One of the easiest ways to make homework … [Read more...]
Multi-Functional Writing Desks that Get the Job Done
Without the right tools, it can be difficult to do our jobs well. An uncomfortable chair or wonky writing desks makes doing anything at the computer for longer than 20 minutes a huge pain. You’ll come up with a hundred different reasons to be away from your desk, and this makes your work suffer. And let’s be real: it’s no help if our office furniture is ugly. Working at a huge faux oak writing desk is almost as depressing as working in a cubicle. If you’re nodding your head in agreement with all … [Read more...]
10 Fun Ball Games for Kids
My kids both love playing ball games either on our lawn, their papa's backyard, or the park down the road. I've round up 10 fun ball games for kids to enjoy, including my own kids. These games aren't just a simple toss the ball, they are games you might not have thought to teach your kids; or they are new games that the whole family can enjoy. Get outside this month and play ball! 10 Fun Ball Games for Kids Kick the Can - Instead of kicking the can. Kick the ball. Cup Crash - a fun … [Read more...]
Brown Rice Ice Cream Recipe
How is it August already? Before the summer is over I wanted to share with all of you and unique and more healthy ice cream recipe that is very simple to make. Brown Rice Ice Cream -- only five ingredients and very tasty. You can use any flavor frozen yogurt and top with any fruit or syrups. Make this recipe your own and get creative! Brown Rice Ice Cream Ingredients 1 cup brown rice 2 cups milk 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp green cardamom powder 2 cups frozen … [Read more...]
Knott’s Berry Farm Buena Park, CA
During our annual family reunion with my husband's family in Southern California, we decided to extend our stay for two nights and visit the Pirate's Dinner Adventure and Knott's Berry Farm. We were so glad we did. We used hotel points we accumulated from previous traveling and had a fabulous time. The day we checked into our hotel we also went to the movies to see Finding Dory. It was a fun way for our family to end our vacation. Our family actually separated when we arrived at Knott's … [Read more...]
How Cheap is too Cheap When it Comes to Homeowners Insurance?
Buying your first home can put a tight restriction on your budget, especially during that first year when you’re still getting used to shuffling the added expenses of owning a home. It is therefore understandable that many people will be looking for ways to cut down their expenses in order to afford their homes and recover from the purchase. With bills, the mortgage and the unexpected house repair, we start looking for ways to cut down on the expenses. It’s tempting for homeowners to … [Read more...]
Family Travel Fun: Pirate’s Dinner Adventure California
This month, on our annual family reunion trip to Southern California, we decided to take the kids to a live show. Both of my kids love pirates and we thought the Pirate's Dinner Adventure in Buena Park would be a hit for them. We weren't wrong. In fact, the entire family loved it. About Pirate's Dinner Adventure Guests will enjoy an astonishing display of special effects, aerial artistry, swashbuckling swordplay and dynamic duels while enjoying a delicious, four-course feast, fit for a … [Read more...]
