We were given a couple complimentary passes for review purposes. All opinions are my own.There are actually several locations for Wonderworks in the US, but this is the first time we have ever visited one. We've seen the "upside house," as my 6 year old calls it, in Branson and Pigeon Forge, but for her birthday, during our recent Spring break trip, we actually got to visit!We planned to spend the whole day here as there are more than 100 hands on exhibits, as well as rides and other fun … [Read more...]
The Best Mini Golf in Pigeon Forge, TN
I received complimentary passes to visit these attractions. All opinions are my own.If you've never been to Pigeon Forge, it is an incredible place filled with amazing family fun activities. You will find a lot of mountain coasters, candy stores, pancake restaurants and mini golf! Recently, we visited Pigeon Forge, TN on our Spring break vacation. There are several mini golf courses to choose from in Pigeon Forge, and while I'm sure they are all fun, there are a couple that are over the top … [Read more...]
How to Make Rainbow Heart Valentine Crayons
I love homemade Valentine gifts. When it comes time for my children to have their Valentine's Day party school we have so much fun thinking of cute ideas of things to make for them to hand out. These heart crayons make the perfect Valentine handout! Most kids will give candy, so you can stand out from the crowd by giving homemade Valentine's Day crayons.Do you remember the Valentine craft list? Well on that list was some heart crayons. I LOVED making those crayons last year for my … [Read more...]
White Chocolate Dipped Oreos
Love is in the air as Valentine's Day approaches. My kids love to celebrate each holiday so I have been having fun creating treats for my kids for Valentine's Day. My first treat of the Valentine season was these cute White Chocolate Dipped Oreos. I actually used Mint White Chocolate, but you can use whatever chocolate you prefer. If you would like to recreate these tasty, yet beautiful treats, here is what you'll need.Supplies:Candy Wafers for dipping … [Read more...]
Making Lifelong Changes For A Healthier You
As we enter the new year, people take more stock of where they are and what they’d like to do in the near future and evaluate their health than at any other time of the year. In fact, the new year has more people making plans and goals to improve their lives than at any other time. And that includes parents of teenagers and young people. Looking around the family and seeing where everyone is at with their goals and health can be challenging for overworked, overstressed … [Read more...]
Medieval Times Dallas, Texas
Over Christmas break my family went to Texas to spend it with several of my family members. During the break we also have some special things we celebrate! There is a birthday and an anniversary crammed in right next to Christmas. For these special celebrations we decided to go to Medieval Times. None of us had ever been before, so we were really looking forward to it! (This is not a sponsored review, we just really enjoyed it so I wanted to share!)We had invited all our family that was in … [Read more...]
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Took a Disney Cruise
Are you ready to board one of the greatest cruise lines there is? A Disney Cruise is an experience like no other, and one that you will never forget. If you have yet to take a Disney Cruise and want to be sure you are leaving no stone unturned, take a look below at 10 things I wish I knew before I took a Disney Cruise. By knowing these things now, you can save yourself time and money later. Here is what you should know!1. Check in online prior to your trip. You can create a cruise account … [Read more...]
5 Family Meal Planning Hacks for a Healthy and Budget-Friendly Diet
Planning meals for you and your family can be challenging enough, but when you are trying to ensure that your family eat a healthy, balanced diet, while also sticking to a budget, it can start to feel impossible. But don’t worry! We have put together some of our top family meal planning hacks that will make planning the meals for your family much easier, cost you less money, and encourage your children to eat well and live healthier lives. Get the Whole Family Involved in Meal Planning As … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Enjoy a Happier, Healthier Christmas
Christmas is often regarded as a time to eat, drink and be merry. But if you want to make it to January without feeling bloated, lethargic and overweight, there are six ways to enjoy the festive season without going overboard when temptation rears its ugly head.Don’t drink to get drunkThe worst thing you can do to your body is to drink to excess throughout the Christmas period. By all means, have a few sociable drinks with friends and family, but try to avoid making abject intoxication … [Read more...]
Nick Jr. Holiday Bonanza DVD
It's really fun when your favorite Nick Jr shows combine into one fun DVD, especially one for the holidays! While we have all our traditions holiday movies to watch it's fun to through in some new shows. This hits the spot!So what's it about? What are our favorite Nick Jr. friends up to in this movie? The holidays are here! Blue is going to Periwinkle’s house to celebrate Hanukkah, the festival of lights! Next, Blaze and his friends need to help Santa get his sleigh ready for all his … [Read more...]
Turkey Door Decoration Tutorial
My kids love decorating for holidays so we thought of this easy and cute way to get our house all dolled up for Thanksgiving. This Turkey Door Decoration Tutorial is really easy to do, and inexpensive. It's really simple, only took a few minutes and the kids were involved every step of the way. Here's how to make your own Turkey Door. Turkey Door Decoration Tutorial The supplies for this door decoration may already be on hand in your home. A few easy to find supplies will make a super cute … [Read more...]
Blaze And The Monster Machines: Big Rig To The Rescue!
Blaze is back and is there anything he can't do? This time transforming into a big rig to help his friends! Blaze and the Monster Machines is one of my kids favorite series so they were very excited about the newest movie and the new episodes. What's it about? When a windstorm blows away the supplies for Stripes’ Animal Party, Blaze transforms into the one Monster Machine strong enough to haul it all back – a Big Rig! The Big Rig also kicks into gear when three big deliveries are needed all … [Read more...]
Easy Clothes Pin Halloween Wreath
As I was searching pinterest looking for a cute but easy Halloween wreath I found this darling wreath at The Thrifty Things. Get ready for an easy Halloween craft! If your door is naked, then it is time to make this easy wreath! You only need a few items:Medium Wire Wreath Clothes Pins (About 70 per wreath) Black Spray Paint White Spray Paint 'BOO' Letters Ribbon Sparkly Spiders Hot Glue First clip the clothes pin onto the wire wreath. The … [Read more...]
NEW Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris
By the time I was in sixth grade all of my siblings had moved out of the house so I had a lot of time with my parents. In the evenings my Mom and I would watch TV together, usually shows like Murder, She Wrote, or the old Nick at Night line up of I Love Lucy and Mary Tyler Moore. Because of this I grew up loving Angela Lansbury. The original Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris features Angel Lansbury, so when it came on TV my Mom made a plan to record it on VHS so we could enjoy it over and over. The … [Read more...]
Minions the Rise of Gru
My kids love the Minions so they were excited for their own movie to come out! You too can get a copy of Minions The Rise Of Gru on September 6th when it hits store shelves.What is Minions The Rise of Gru about? Long before he becomes the master of evil, Gru is just a 12-year-old boy in 1970s suburbia, plotting to take over the world from his basement. When the infamous supervillain group, the Vicious 6, ousts their leader, Gru attempts to join their ranks but soon finds himself the mortal … [Read more...]
