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Budget Friendly Backyard Cleanup #ChurchandDwight
We are hot on the heels of the first long weekend of the summer. That means backyard time and relaxing by the pool. If all goes well and the pool company gets here in time to hook up the new heater it means relaxing IN the pool actually. FINGERS crossed. But before any fun can happen the backyard cleanup has to take place. Last week, on Mother’s Day, I asked my family to help get the lawn furniture out of storage. That was really all I wanted for Mother’s Day. They took me out for dinner afterwards and bought me flowers and a treat. But mostly I wanted the patio organized.…
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10 AWESOME Power Rangers Ideas – Crafts, Costumes and Recipes
One weekend recently I visited my niece and nephews in Toronto. We always have a great time when we drive to Toronto to see them and we had a delicious ham dinner too. My niece and nephews are 8, 6 and 3 and they are busy kids. The boys adore baseball so my youngest spent a lot of time playing catch. After dinner the TV went on. Netflix of course. My niece started jumping up and down singing the Power Rangers theme song, so that was what the kids ended up watching. The Power Rangers are so old they are new again. That totally astonishes me. But it really shouldn’t by now I…
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Road Trips that Teach and Kids Road Trip Printable #travel
Road trips are great fun for the entire family. They offer the chance to bond by trapping our children with us on long car rides. There is no escape! Mwuahahahahahahaha. In addition to bonding and fun, road trips can be educational. Wait, wait. Don’t picture the kids groaning just yet, because an educational road trip doesn’t have to be a boring one! Educational Road Trips Don’t Have to be Boring Educational road trips don’t have to be an exercise in boredom. Your kids may think they hate learning, but chances are they just hate the boredom that can come with the standard approach to teaching that they get in school.…
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Alabama Experiences – Five Things I Can’t Wait to Do #IHeartHSV
I’m heading to Alabama in the morning. It’s my first time in this state. So, I am stoked to visit one of the southern states that is new to me. While attending TBEX Travel Bloggers Exchange conference I look forward to sharing several Alabama experiences that are new to me. Unique Alabama experiences: When you attend TBEX in any of their numerous locations one of the biggest benefits of the conference is the amazing Travel Media Familiarization Tours. Bloggers, influencers, and journalists apply to be considered to attend the various activities and trips offered. When Margarita Ibbott and I both saw space camp mentioned here we knew we had to…
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21 Fun Slime Recipes to Make at Home
21 Fun Slime Recipes – just the thing to turn a rainy day into a fun day. Slime can also be a cool activity to do when the kids have a birthday party, PA Day or even a sick day at home. These are some extremely unique slime recipes I found in various places and wanted to share. Do you have children who watch Youtube or Instagram? Then you will know all about the slime craze happening right now. Making your own slime is all I have heard about this year since my youngest daughter started grade seven. Suddenly people were selling slime at school, and on the bus, and…
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Playmobil Take Along Toys – The Wonder of Play Anywhere #TMMSG17
Playmobil take along toys make it easy for kids to enjoy the wonder of play no matter where they are. These toys are designed for children to enjoy at home as well as on the go. So they’re perfect for trips, sleepovers at grandma’s house, or any situation where the kids will be away from home for awhile. These Playmobil take along toys are super cute, durable, and a great way for kids to play and use their imaginations no matter where they are. Playmobil Take Along Toys – Take Along Fun My niece and nephews are just at that age where their brains are firing on all creative cylinders. They…
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Get Featured in Thrifty Mommas Tips Spring Gift Guide 2017 #TMMSG17
For the first year ever I am publishing a Spring gift guide. I often publish a Christmas gift guide, but this season spring is knocking my socks off. Numerous great products have already caught my eye and I want to share them here. Spring is the perfect time to get outdoors. Spring is Easter and birthday parties and eventually even longer days that lead to summer. It’s fun family gatherings and bike rides and hikes and spring gifts too. Many of the products featured here this spring, are quirky, creative and new. They make great presents for any number of occasions. BUT I like a few of these specifically as…
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20 Adorable and Fun Easter Cookies
Nothing says Easter like baking! This is one of my favourite times of the year. When the snow clears and paves the way for family getting together again. Easter is one of those opportunities to get everyone together again. Easter also brings out the kid in all of us. These 20 fun Easter cookies are a special treat for guests. 20 Adorable and Fun Easter Cookies Stencil Cookies http://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/blog/party-food/easy-easter-stencil-cookies Gluten Free Vanilla Bean Sugar Cookies http://www.happinessishomemade.net/recipe/gluten-free-vanilla-bean-sugar-cookies/ Bunny Love: Bunny Paws http://www.easypeasyandfun.com/easter-cookies-bunny-paws/ Bunny Bottoms http://www.yourmodernfamily.com/eater-bunny-bottom-cookies/ Chocolate bunny Jelly bean Cookies https://www.frugalmomeh.com/2015/03/chocolate-bunny-jelly-bean-cookies.html Chocolate and Peanut Butter: Easter Cracker cookies http://kidsactivitiesblog.com/84199/easter-cracker-cookies-nutella Malted Macaroons http://www.cookiedoughandovenmitt.com/malted-milk-french-macarons/ Nutter Butter Chicks http://gluedtomycraftsblog.com/2016/03/nutter-butter-easter-chick-cookies.html Brownie Cookies http://www.thatskinnychickcanbake.com/easter-candy-brownie-cookies-sundaysupper/ Candy Filled…
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Tallahassee Florida – Five Must See Destinations #travel
Tallahassee Florida is the seat of the state’s democracy and home to two well known universities – Florida State University, and Florida A&M University. Although known for its collegiate football, Tallahassee Florida is also the trade and agricultural center of the Big Bend region. If you’re planning a trip to Florida, Tallahassee has a few must see destinations. They might not be as recognizable as their college football teams, but are no less exciting. Tallahassee Florida – More than College Football Tallahassee Florida might be known mainly for The Gators, but there is so much more to see here than just stadiums and the gridiron. The city has a lot to…
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Making Memories All Year at Lakes of Wasaga #ParkbridgeLife #IFWTWA
Many of my happy childhood travel memories were set in, or around, Wasaga Beach. My Mom drove us to Wasaga Beach every year, until my brother and I were in high school. Our summers were spent making memories together in Collingwood and Wasaga. We were Three Musketeers, and we lived for those summer adventures. Now, decades later, I still treasure those times, even while building my own lasting family memories with my kids and my husband. This past Family Day, just like the one in 2016, we packed up our skis and gear and drove to Lakes of Wasaga. Our Family Ski weekend stay at Lakes of Wasaga has become one of…