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    family - Food

    Celebrate With Candy Bubble Gum Freak Shakes

    June 10, 2016 - By 

    By now you’ve heard of freak shakes. A glorious excessive sweet celebratory shake that just screams summer. I’ll be honest I think I could manage about one of these a year at best. But it would be worth it. This candy bubble gum shake is the perfect way to kick summer holidays off this year. I plan to make a bubble gum crazy shake for the last day of school with my kids. Crazy shakes, or freak shakes, are a huge craze right now. And there are as many different shakes as there are candies out there. So really, you could make…

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    Fireworks Displays – Where to Find the Best Shows #travel

    June 7, 2016 - By 

    Fireworks displays are something people of all ages can’t get enough of. The thumping in your chest. The bright, flashing technicolor blooms in the night sky. Laying on a blanket, or sitting in lawn chairs, staring at the sky anticipating each blast or color. It’s all a combination of wonder and old school fun. Fireworks displays are family fun that are as wholesome as they are colorful.   The Best Fireworks Displays in the United States If you’re looking for the best of the best fireworks displays in the United States, you’ve got some choices. From coast to coast, cities…

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    family - Technology - Travel

    Summer Reading Adventures with KOBO Aura H20

    June 6, 2016 - By 

    Summer is my favourite time for reading. I love to take my reader to the beach or just sit next to the pool and read a good book. I enjoy a good story year round, but there’s nothing nicer than a beautiful sunny day with a favourite book. Much of my summer revolves around the beach and the pool. This year I don’t need to worry about getting splashed poolside, or dropping a book in the water because I have my waterproof Kobo Aura H20 to do all my summer reading. Summer Reading Means Fun in the Sun – and…

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    family - Giveaways

    Ten Cutest Gifts for Dads and Grads #LoveHallmarkCA #giveaways

    June 5, 2016 - By 

    It’s June already and that means chaos. I’m not overstating that one little bit. If you are a parent then you know June is gorgeous and it heralds summer and Father’s Day and graduation. But June you saucy little month you…you also bring a million other things that toss life into complete disarray. You are my Love/Hate month. I know I’m not alone. June is madness. So here’s a little help. PREPARE NOW for the gifting season with these recommendations for Dad and Grad gifts. June is beautiful weather and winding down for summer at school. It is paying for…

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    Last Minute Travel Plans – 6 Ways to Always Be Prepared #travel

    May 31, 2016 - By 

    Travel plans are generally best when laid out well in advance. That way all your ducks are in a row. Your I’s are dotted and your T’s are crossed. Pick any of those old cliches. However, sometimes travel is a spur of the moment thing. Whether it’s a family emergency, a super last minute business trip, or just a mega dose of cabin fever, there are times when you have to head out with limited travel plans in place. That’s why I’ve put together a list of ways to help you be prepared for last minute travel. Travel Plans for Quick Departure…

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    May That’s So Random Funny Blog Comments

    May 30, 2016 - By 

    It’s almost June! What the what? How did that happen? We are almost halfway through a year. I need more time. I need more hours in my day. Where’s my pause button! On the flip side, it’s almost June which means Yeah for me it’s almost summer. I am a summer girl. It’s my jam. And if you know me at all then you also know random funny blog comments are also my jam. I enjoy reading through the whackadoo gibberish that pops up here from time to time because seriously why not? This is my May highlight real. A…

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    Great Sensory Toys – Ultimate Booger Battle #Giveaway

    May 27, 2016 - By 

    Spring is here and summer is clearly on the way so bring on the messy, outdoor, fun. Bring on the water play and sand play, puddles and mud and booger battles….wait, what? Let’s be honest here, kids love boogers as much as they love spring and summer and outdoor messes. So they will also love sensory toys like the Funrise Toys Booger Balls Ultimate Battle Pack. You have to think like a kid to appreciate this one. Also please note this is clearly 100 % an outdoor toy. DO NOT do this in the basement, or without adult supervision. Also…

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    family - Food

    Father’s Day Golf Ball Rice Krispie Bars

    May 26, 2016 - By 

    June is coming up fairly fast and if you are like we are, then you are often at a loss for what to get or do for Father’s Day. In the past, when the weather was nice, we have been able to enjoy a picnic. These Father’s Day Golf Ball Rice Krispie Bars are the perfect sweet treat for a Father’s Day home cooked meal or picnic.    Hopefully, it’s nice enough for that this year too. Sometimes it’s fun to do something sporty with the whole family on Father’s Day – mini golf, or golf, or swimming. If you need…

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    family - family travel - Travel

    Buying Tires – What do You Need to Know?

    May 25, 2016 - By 

    Buying tires involves more than just going out and picking the first thing you see. It’s actually quite involved as I found out recently. From getting the right size to picking the tread to finding a good price, buying tires requires some forethought to make sure you get the right tires for your vehicle, your area of the world, and your driving conditions. Bald Tires are Not Safe My tires have been bald for quite some time. Last Christmas, right before we left for Miami and a winter cruise, the regular service person I deal with warned me I needed new…

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    Helping Your Tween or Teen Save For Their Dream #TDFamilyAllowance #savemore

    May 23, 2016 - By 

    When my youngest was small she saved all of her birthday and tooth fairy money for a Wii. She wanted it and made it happen and that was a great lesson for both of us. I loved that Ainsley was able to save towards a goal that was important to her. Both of my girls are pretty motivated savers. This year, my oldest daughter Payton has a couple of big goals she’s working on, which is why I am happy we discovered TD Labs Family Allowance app. TD Lab has developed an app to help parents and kids work together towards…