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Are you as excited as we are about the release of The Amazing Spider-man on DVD November 9? I hope you remember a few weeks back I introduced you to Vudu.com. I told you how you could use Vudu.com to see The Amazing Spider-man before it is released on DVD. This was my first time using Vudu and Pre-Purchasing a movie from Wal-Mart so I was really anxious to see how it would go. I entered … [Read more...]
The leaves are turning colors, the geese are flying south, and there is a briskness in the air that can only mean fall has arrived. There are lots of things to do during the fall, but, if you are like millions of other Americans, your wallet is empty or close to it. The "back to school" season is always a costly one, and if you're self-employed, you just paid your quarterly estimated taxes. Here … [Read more...]
The kids have been sick this last week. We have been stuck inside this house and on a medicine schedule. So I wanted this week's family night to be awesome and allow us to get OUT of the house! As always I had to come up with a cheap family night idea. So I decided we would have an Avengers Adventure this week! I am sure you have heard of The Avengers either through the Marvel comics or Super … [Read more...]
This is a very easy experiment for kids that also helps with sensory building. This corn starch experiment uses items you probably already have in your kitchen making it a perfect last minute and cheap activity for kids. How to make this Corn Starch Magic: Supplies: Corn Starch Water Measuring Cup & Spoons bowls (clear is best) Step 1. Pour 1 cup of corn starch in … [Read more...]
Last week I shared with you the mission of Sunkist and Take a Stand for Charities. I told you about the online tools to prepare for a lemonade sale such as poster, recipes, and pricing tracker are available for a free download. And because sometimes it’s just more fun to have an “official” lemonade stand for selling, Sunkist is releasing new, limited edition 2012 stands that will spark … [Read more...]
I am so excited about the new game show The American Bible Challenge. I can not stand how many shows are on right now that I hate to have on my television. Most of the prime time shows that come on now are not appropriate for kids and family time. But this is!The American Bible Challenge made its debut on August 23,2012. We all sat down as a family and I can not tell you how wonderful that hour … [Read more...]
When I think back on summers as a child one thing I remember is lemonade stands. My brothers and I would make cold drinks and set up a crazy table aka stand. We would sell for pennies. It was so much fun! What better way to spend a hot summer day than with a cold, refreshing drink! The award-winning Sunkist Take A Stand ® campaign is back this summer with an exciting twist! Starting now, … [Read more...]
1. Get there early! This is #1 because it was the biggest tip I have for you! Arrive at the park about 45 minutes before it opens. They will start taking tickets and passes about 20 minutes before the park opens so you have time to walk to Aquatica and put on sunscreen before they open. Best of all we were at the front of the lines and that meant very little waiting! Not only do you get in early … [Read more...]
Drawing For Kids Inspired by Diary of a Wimpy Kid Dog Days Movie Plus: Healthy Snack Ideas Are you and your kids excited about Diary of a Wimpy Kid Dog Days hitting theaters this week? WE ARE! My daughter and I have read all the books together and so we are especially excited to see this movie based on books 3 and 4 of the series. Last week we read through book 3 again and it was just as … [Read more...]
If you are like us summer time means lots of barbeque! We grill as often as we can. It is great for celebrations bu also for family dinners. Oh my mouth waters at the thought! The fourth of July was no different. I had a special request this year for RIBS! I had been reading all the excitment about the Dibs on my Ribs contest and it had me drooling over the pictures and recipes of ribs. My … [Read more...]
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