My daughter has quite the collection of Strawberry Shortcake DVDs here in our home. But I don't mind. Strawberry Shortcake is one of the DVDs I always approve. I have great childhood memories of loving her too, in fact. This month a new Strawberry Shortcake is coming out on DVD -- Berry Best Friends. About Strawberry Shortcake: Berry Best Friends It’s friends first for Strawberry Shortcake and her favorite gal pals in Berry Best Friends! When Orange Blossom’s general store overflows with a new … [Read more...]
10 Spring Activities for Kids
I know. In many places here in the US it doesn't feel like Spring is coming. Like many of you, I honestly cannot wait until Spring. We've been home in Western Washington less than a week and we've had a wind and rain storm and snow. Yes, it was beautiful to see snow. But honestly? I can't wait for Spring. Are you ready for Spring to arrive? So in honor of Spring, or maybe because I want it to come quickly, here are some great idea. Ten Spring Activities for Kids 1. Have a Picnic - my … [Read more...]
Do You Need a Kids Health Guide?
Wouldn't a comprehensive kids health guide be awesome to own? How about a guide that covered children ages birth through 10 years old? I don't know about you all, but parenting is hard enough without having to worry about simple health problems. I have brought my daughter to the ER a couple times in the past and do you know they did? They sent me home and told me to give her Tylenol. Yep, $500 for pretty much nothing. If only I had The A To Z of Children's Health. About THE A TO Z OF … [Read more...]
Sid the Science Kid: Sid’s Pet Project DVD
Both of my kids love PBS cartoons. In fact, Sid the Science Kid is one of my Kindergartner's favorites to watch. So when NCircle Entertainment asked if I'd like to review Sid's Pet Project on DVD, I knew that this DVD would make a great stocking stuffer for my Princess. About Sid the Science Kid: Sid's Pet Project Get ready for a fun weekend with Sid as he babysits Grandma’s dog, Philbert, for the weekend! Sid hopes to show his parents that he’s ready to take care of his own puppy. However, … [Read more...]
12 Park Activities For Kids
We love going to the park. With a 5 year old and now 1 year old we take advantage of the free fun at the park. What activities do your kids like at the park? 12 Park Activities for Kids: Picnic Swinging Kick Ball Jump Rope Frisbee Scavenger Hunt Pretend Play Ideas Tag Dodge Ball Red Light Green Light Nature Collections (rocks, leaves, flowers) Bird Watching What else would you add to this list? … [Read more...]
Indoor Fun During the Flu
We have been battling the stomach bug in our home. Which has not been fun, since we are in such a great location here at the beach. My husband is the latest family member to catch this stomach flu. It has not been fun to parent and keep house single. I have said this before and I will continue to say it: Single moms are amazing! They have my utmost respect. This is hard work. Taking care of the kids and the house. I will freely admit there are dirty dishes in my sink right now. It is hard to … [Read more...]
Fun for Kids: Glee Gum Kit Review
My daughter loves being creative. She loves making crafts, following recipes, and playing dress up. She makes up games every day and is so imaginative. The Glee Gum Kit is such a perfect gift for her because not only is she creative but she loves gum too. About Glee Gum Glee Gum is all natural chewing gum made with sustainably harvested rain forest chicle. It comes in 8 great flavors: cinnamon, peppermint, tangerine, bubblegum, spearmint, triple berry, sugar-free lemon-lime and … [Read more...]