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Geocaching – GPS Treasure Hunting

Tip of the Week:  Try Geocaching!
Have you heard about geocaching (pronounced:  gee-oh-cashing)?  Geocaching is the latest version of a treasure hunt that is driven by technology, but takes place in the great outdoors!  Families can use a GPS device to track down treasures in every corner of our country and the world.
How it Works

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Fun Ideas for April Fool’s Day!

April Fool’s Day!
Just when you think that the dreary days of winter will never end, along comes a crazy holiday that can really give you a laugh!  And hopefully at someone else’s expense!  In the past few years, my husband, who is generally very serious, has really teased me with some well planned April Fool’s... Read more »

Innovative Products for Young Families

Innovative Products for Young Families!
Clever products that solve everyday problems for young families are terrific!  These families are busy, sometimes overwhelmed and often outnumbered by their kids!  Here are some inventive items that may just offer that extra needed help!
Baby MedBasics Travel Pack

This mini-book, in a colorful canvas pouch, offers on the spot instructions for... Read more »

Discover Glamping – Enjoy Camping in Comfort and Style

Tip of the Week -  Discover Glamping!
Does the thought of camping send you running for the nearest spa?  Well, fear no more – “glamping” is the newest way to enjoy the great outdoors in comfort and style.  Combining two words that aren’t often heard together, glamour and camping, this new trend in vacationing offers the... Read more »

Clever Ideas for a Happy First Day of School

Fun Ways to Get Ready for the First Day of School!
The word “fun” combined with “back to school” may not make sense to your children, but you just might change their minds with some of these clever ideas adapted from the pages of Family Fun Magazine!
Wake Up Early Parties!
These parties are designed to get kids... Read more »

Summer Fun with a “Frozen” Treasure Chest

Tip of the Week:  Summer Fun with a “Frozen” Treasure Chest!
I found this terrific idea for kids at Fun Finds for Mom, a great blog that shares all sorts of creative ideas and clever products for families!   With a little bit of time and effort, we turned a large, plastic tub and some small trinkets... Read more »

10 Things to do Before Summer Ends!

Ten Things to do Before Summer Ends!
Summer days fly by much too quickly and if you’re not careful, you’ll be buying backpacks before you’ve eaten one ice cream cone or a single slice of watermelon!  Here’s my list of must dos before Labor Day arrives:

EAT:  not just one food item but many!  Don’t miss out... Read more »

Talking with Kids about the Gulf Oil Spill

Tip of the Week -  Talking to Your Children about the Gulf Oil Spill
At first, I didn’t pay too much attention to the news stories covering the oil leak in the Gulf.  Living in the Northeast, along with assuming that the problem would be solved quickly, allowed me to overlook the seriousness of the issue. ... Read more »

Count Down To Camp!

Camp Care Packages and More!
My son is among the many kids who will spend a few weeks away from home this summer. His camp acceptance came with an extensive list of required clothing, equipment and supplies – seemingly enough to outfit the entire camp population! But I noticed that the list didn’t include some fun,... Read more »

Kidlee – Save and Share Kid Memories

Tip of the Week:  Discover Kidlee!
Parents have the best of intentions when it comes to filling in baby books, creating fabulous scrapbooks and never forgetting those funny things all kids say.  But for most of us, reality is much different. Baby books end up with just a few entries and expensive scrap booking supplies... Read more »

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