This post is sponsored by our friends at Netflix and I am a proud member of the Netflix #StreamTeam. All opinions are my own. It’s time to prepare for the New Year!! If you are planning to celebrate New Year’s Eve with your kids, here are some of our favorite family-friendly New Year’s Eve activities for […]
DIY Starry Sky Night Light
November 3, 2016 by
Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Kleenex brand via Momtrends. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of Kleenex or Momtrends. We have lots of Star Wars fans in this family. In fact, we have a tradition of watching Star Wars movie marathons at home while waiting for […]
Family Travel – Glamping!
August 22, 2016 by
Glamping is a wonderful experience for those who love nature, but don’t necessarily want to forego the comforts of home! Glamping gets its name from “glamorous camping”, and includes deluxe tents with full size beds (sometimes even electricity), nearby bathrooms with running water, and other luxuries. Recently, our family enjoyed the island glamping experience at Shawnee […]
365 Days of Adventure
August 2, 2016 by
In just a few weeks, our family will be embarking on an exciting road trip adventure across the country! This is a trip that involves some planning in advance. We have been saving for our expenses throughout the course of the year. We set up a separate travel savings account a few years ago and have been slowly […]
How to Decide What to Watch on Netflix Streaming
July 29, 2016 by
This post is sponsored by our friends at Netflix, and I am proud to be part of the Netflix #StreamTeam! Netflix Streaming offers thousands of movies and television shows that are available to watch instantly from any device that streams Netflix. I love that there are never any commercials, and you can pause, rewind, fast […]
Tips to Make Road Trips Fun!
July 6, 2016 by
Chrysler is very excited about the all-new Pacifica and provided me with information about the vehicle; I want to share with you how the Pacifica may fit in with your lifestyle. When I was about 12 years old, my parents took my younger brother and me on an epic road trip from NJ to Utah […]
Exploring HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD!
June 17, 2016 by
Compensation was provided by HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD via MomTrends. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD or Momtrends. Our family visited Hershey, Pennsylvania recently and made lots of sweet memories at HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD! We had a great time and lucked out on having […]
Seizing the Outdoors with My Kids
May 28, 2016 by
FLONASE® compensated me in connection with statements made in this post. Do you have a good relationship with your kids? Most parents would probably say yes, but how do you know for sure? Asking my kids this one question has helped us to connect in ways I could never have anticipated. The one question I […]
Favorite Messy Paint Projects
May 11, 2016 by
I’m sharing #TideThat in my life as part of a Tide® sponsored series for Socialstars™. An important part of the creative process is learning to embrace the mess, and some of our most FUN and memorable art experiences are quite messy! Don’t let the fear of messy art keep you from making some great memories […]
Favorite Grilled Chicken Recipe
May 8, 2016 by
Summer will be here soon and that means it is time for grilling! This is one of our family’s new favorite grilled chicken recipes that is full of flavor and simple to prepare. This ranch grilled chicken with baby red potatoes would be perfect for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduations, or your next Summer BBQ! Having […]
HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD Sweepstakes!
April 23, 2016 by
Compensation for this post was provided by HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD via MomTrends. The opinions expressed herein are my own and are not indicative of the opinions of HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD or Momtrends. Last weekend was spent making lots of sweet family memories at HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD in Hershey, PA. It was so much fun and we were blessed with beautiful […]
Simple Magic Tricks for Kids
April 1, 2016 by
With a little help from the NEW Discovery Magic Set by Melissa & Doug, young magicians can perform several tricks! These tricks are perfect for April Fool’s Day fun, or anytime you want to add a little magic to your day. A big thank you to our friends at Melissa & Doug for sponsoring today’s creative […]
Weekend Breakfast Treat – Happy Face Pancakes!
March 29, 2016 by
This is a fun weekend breakfast treat the entire family will enjoy! With the weekday rush to get the kids ready for school, I am particularly thankful for Saturday and Sunday mornings that are more relaxed. I love that the kids can help make these happy face pancakes by measuring out ingredients, stirring the mix, and arranging […]
Active Play – DIY Flying Disc Games
March 28, 2016 by
Do your kids have lots of extra energy? Are you looking for a few easy activities for active playtime fun?? These flying disc games are quick and easy to set up, and most can be played right in your own backyard or a local park. Yay for fun, active, outdoor activities!! A big thank you […]
Rabbit Racer Treats
March 25, 2016 by
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Rice Krispies®. As always, all opinions are my own. These rabbit racer treats are super fun to make! The best part is that no baking is involved! With just a few simple additions to standard Rice Krispies® treats, you can make these adorable rabbit racers. […]
Snow Books, Crafts, and Activities
January 22, 2016 by
Need some ideas for what to do with the kids during Winter? These books, crafts, and activities are perfect for celebrating snow whether you are stuck inside during a blizzard, outdoors playing in the snow, or wishing you had snow, you will find lots ideas to inspire plenty of Winter-themed creative play fun! In case […]
Mardi Gras Crafts and Activities
January 20, 2016 by
February 9th is Fat Tuesday in New Orleans! You don’t have to travel to the Big Easy to enjoy some festive fun. Here are some at-home crafts, activities, and recommended books to celebrate Mardi Gras with kids (of all ages). A big thank you to our friends at Melissa & Doug for sponsoring today’s ideas […]
How to Make Balloon Dogs
January 15, 2016 by
Balloon Animals for Beginners: Hi, I’m Emily from Inner Child Fun. I am eleven years-old. Why don’t you join me for some crafty fun? For this project, we are going to make balloon animals, particularly DOGS! Once you learn how to make a balloon dog, other animals use many of the same techniques. If you think […]
