Summertime is almost here, and with that means peak strawberry season! You have waited all year for these delicious berries to be readily available at the grocery store, and now that they are here, you have got to take advantage. Whether you are looking to add strawberries to your next meal, a quick snack or
So Fresh and So Clean: Fun Facts and Tips For Laundry
Laundry is a chore that you can teach to children as young as preschool age! We have fun facts and tips for laundry that you can use with your kiddos! Explain to all kids this five-step method (Chuck, Clean, Dry, Fold and Put Away). You can even make it a fun song for your kids
Use Nature to Make These DIY Bookmarks!
Crafting with nature is a great way to repurpose some of nature's beauty! Use some things that you find outside to make these DIY Bookmarks with your kiddos. DIY Bookmarks Supplies: Ruff-age like leaves, flowers and ferns Large book Parchment paper Thick cardstock Scissors Craft glue Mod Podge or Contact paper String or Ribbon Instructions: To
Totally Tie-Dye: Jump on the Hottest DIY Trend
One of the biggest fashion trends we’ve seen is the reemergence of tie-dye! What may seem like a retired style now reserved exclusively for camp activities and middle school projects, is now making its way back into the mainstream. If you want to jump on the trend, but maybe haven’t done tie-dye since you were
Health Trends: Try Food Journaling
Food journaling is a relatively new trend that is used in health circles. Many people associate food journaling with weight loss or exercise, and while that is a main use for it, it also has other purposes. Here are some reasons why you should try food journaling! Food journaling is the process of keeping a
Make Chili Dogs for Your Labor Day Celebrations!
Kids and parents love hot dogs! They are easy and quick for the busy family, and they can be made in mass quantities for little cost. However, there’s something about a chili dog, a perfectly grilled hot dog with a heaping of chili on top. Regionally, some variations may switch out bun or hot dog
How to Stay Safe in the Summer Heat
It’s no secret that the Florida heat can be brutal. However, that doesn’t mean your kids have to be stuck inside all day. There are fun ways to get outside and stay safe in the summer heat! Go Early The mornings are the perfect time to get outside before the hottest time of day. Try
3 Pie Crusts to Jazz Up the Dessert Table
Making the perfect pie crust can be an art, and on Thanksgiving, the pie is often times the star of the show! The dough recipe you follow is just as important to making a delicious pie as what goes inside. But there are so many variations on the basic dough recipe that it is hard
Splash The Mid-Summer Heat Wave Away!
If you’re a Florida resident like me, you know how tough this season can be on us or any visitor. Florida has splash parks all over to help us beat the heat. By Sarah Correa-Dibar Whether you live in a pool-less house, you don’t want to plan an intricate beach day, or your neighborhood doesn’t
Bug Off! Finding the Right Insect Repellent for Your Family
In Florida, we don’t ever have a season that is truly bug free, however, we do have times that are buggier than others. Mosquitoes and ticks are the most popular annoyances, but we are also home to flies, ants, bees and chiggers to name a few. Besides being a nuisance, they can also carry diseases,