I don’t know if you’ve seen the news lately, or walked outside, but our really temperate June is morphing into a very hot July. I heard that it was so hot in Paris this last week it was actually cooking the mussels in the bay in their shells. Crazy, right? So, how do you beat […]
Celebration
5 Ways To Decorate With Stars For The 4th Of July
The Fourth of July is a really versatile holiday. It allows you to repeat or reuse parts of your decorations from Memorial Day, which means less work. If you’re looking for a way to decorate that doesn’t repeat your Memorial Day holiday, then I’d suggest taking the different elements of patriotism apart: stars and stripes. […]
How To Navigate Throwing An Obstacle Course Party
One of my little’s favorite shows is American Ninja Warrior. Why? Because it’s amazing to see these people exercise their bodies in gravity and often physics-defying ways. The best part is that watching these shows inspires my littles to get out and become their own ninja warriors. Rather than simply swinging from their playset, they […]
How To Make A Balloon Arch
If you’re throwing a party in the near future, you should really consider adding a balloon arch to your decorations! Balloon arches can be traditional (think entry into your high school gym for Prom), but as of late they have been going through a renaissance of sort and have become something new and incredible. Notice […]
Summer Sidewalk Chalk Games
Sidewalk Chalk is a perfect outdoor activity for kids of all ages! My littles love coloring the driveway, the sidewalk, the front walk, all of it. You can get great sidewalk chalk here and a fun set with stencils and more here. Now that you’ve got your chalk, it’s time to level up your chalk […]
Six Unforgettable Summer Party Themes
Whether you’re having a backyard bash or a block party throw down, having an awesome theme for your party can give it direction and add some extra spice. So here are six unforgettable summer party themes! Six Unforgettable Summer Party Themes Idea 01: Get Your Glow On! Start your party at sunset and let it […]
Take A Hike, Dad
With Father’s day just a few weeks away, it’s time to start planning how you’re going to spoil the dad in your life! This post is specifically aimed at the outdoor enthusiast dad. You know, the one who drags you up mountains just for the view or into the backwoods as part of an adventure. […]
Backyard Games For Summer
The countdown is almost over in our neck of the woods, which means that summer has officially arrived! With the arrival of summer, it’s time to get out of the house and soak up some sunshine. One of the best ways to do that is to play some backyard games! Not only will they get […]
Graduation Gifts: How To Make A Money Lei
With Graduation literally right around the corner, you might be looking for that perfect gift for the grad in your life. Sure, it’s easy to give them a gift card, or a few bills. But is it someting they are going to remember? Probably not.This is one reason why you should look into making a […]
Memorial Day Family Jeopardy Game
Memorial Day is a holiday that sometimes gets overlooked because of its close proximity to the end of school and being sandwhiched between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. This holiday has been observed since 1971 and dates back to the end of the Civil War. It’s specifically aimed at remembering and paying honor to those […]
