Passover is a unique time for many religious families. These tips for teaching kids about the Passover are perfect for any family regardless of their faith. This time is something that is historically educational, as well as fun to enjoy as part of your Easter celebrations with kids. 3 Tips For Teaching Kids About the Passover 1. Talk about the first Passover. The first Passover was both a scary time and a miraculous time. The Exodus from Egypt brought with it the plagues that were … [Read more...]
Free Alvin and The Chipmunks Printables
Hit the road with your favorite fur balls in the funniest Alvin and the Chipmunks ever! In Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip, Alvin, Simon and Theodore race to Miami on a wild road trip, but their jaunt soon takes a nutty detour, leading to hilarious hijinks and music-packed adventures across the country. The Ultimate Playlist is featured on both Blu-ray™ and DVD so you can MUNK OUT to all the top hits from all the Alvin and The Chipmunks movies. The Road Chip Official Trailer Free … [Read more...]
10 Best Road Trips on the West Coast
With spring comes the beautiful blooms of plants, wildlife is coming back to life and the farmers markets are starting to open back up and the coast starts to really come back to alive. The weather is nice, not too hot and not too cold and it’s there the perfect time to get out and enjoy it! Here are 10 west coast roadtrips that will allow you to do just that! Pacific Coast Highway – This is the most popular west coast road trip no matter the season. Also known as California Route 1, see … [Read more...]
He’s a Mommy’s Boy and That’s Okay.
There are days when it feels like a burden. I won't lie -- he's so attached to me that I get to the point of frustration, annoyance -- anger even. It's amazing how much you can love a child and still feel like you're going absolutely crazy. Now that he's going to preschool for 3.5 hours a day, I've started leaving him alone at his class at church. Which means, I get to finally go to my own adult class at church. I have longed to go to an adult class, discuss scripture and life, and … [Read more...]
Running Out of Hot Water in the Shower? Try This!
There are few things more annoying than being in the middle of a really enjoyable hot shower when the hot shower water starts to turn cold. It’s definitely not a pleasant experience. There are two types of heated water in homes, that which comes from a tank that which is provided by a tankless system. Many of the reasons why your shower water may not be remaining hot are associated with both systems. There can of course be plumbing issues which cause you to have problems with the water … [Read more...]
Disney The Lion Guard Party Ideas
Do your kids love The Lion Guard as much as my kids do? We recently were sent The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar on DVD and my kids were very happy. My Little Man is turning four this summer, and I am thinking about preschool party ideas. Don't you think a Lion Guard party is a fabulous idea? I like the idea of a Family Pride Party since at this age, we'd be inviting more family members than school friends. A cute Lion-themed Party could include brown and yellow decorations with green … [Read more...]
The Fifth Taste: What is Umami, Anyway?
Pop quiz: How many different tastes can you name? You can probably identity sour and sweet. You likely also know bitter and salty. These four tastes are common enough that most of us can not only define them, but likely list some specific foods that match these taste profiles. But here’s where things get tricky: Can you name the fifth taste? For many, the answer is no. And even if you know its name—umami—you may not have a clear sense of what it is, what it tastes like, or where it works … [Read more...]
