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Every time I climb into my super plush king-sized bed at home, I snuggle in and literally say “ahhhhhhhhhh” out loud. My husband does the same. Every. Night. It’s just so gooooooood! There is just something about sleeping in your own … Read more
Be a part of enduring change by encouraging our kids to take part in protecting wildlife every day – right in your own backyard. Disneynature’s 2016 release “Growing Up Wild” teaches us that life is an adventure – especially for a … Read more
These are all good companion plants for the gardener looking to make the most of their garden space and improve the overall production of the entire garden now and in future seasons. When you are choosing plants to grow in … Read more
Plants and flowers…I am their worst nightmare. If you are anything like me, I find it a challenge to keep any kind of plant alive. From amateur planting to forgetting daily watering, my garden is more of a flower graveyard. Yikes. … Read more
Every gardener desires a strong, healthy and bountiful garden, but sometimes it may seem hard to grow your garden the way you desire. Having healthy, fertile garden soil is just one thing that can help you do just that. Proper … Read more
Butterflies are one of the most beautiful creatures on Earth, and it’s no wonder that gardeners want to attract them to their yards. Not only are they captivating to watch, but they also play an important role in pollination. If … Read more
One of my favorite places in the world is Italy, and from my encounters, I am not alone. The people, the culture, the history, the architecture, and oh, the food! One of my favorite souvenirs to bring back from my travels, … Read more
I’ve always loved the “idea” of gardening, but never really put too much effort into it until we bought our first home. We had over a year’s worth of renovations to make to it, all of which were exciting and … Read more
Coming up with ideas for fun activities for kids at home can be exhausting. Sometimes parents end up paying tons of money for games and toys they see online, when really there are so many free or cheap things to … Read more
Perfect for bento boxes, birthday parties or just any old lunch – this how to make onigiri tutorial is much easier than you think with the right tools! I’ve actually never eaten an actual crab cake before. This is appalling … Read more
You know it’s time for a digital free night where you unplug from technology when your family loves their devices. To the point where they can’t even be in the same room without it. Did you know, that the average … Read more
What are Dolch Sight Words? While there are many different lists of sight words that educators and parents use, Dolch are the most popular. They were developed in the 1930’s-40’s by Dr. Edward William Dolch, based on words that appeared … Read more
No flour, bread or yeast, this keto diet friendly chicken crust pizza recipe is gluten-free, high in protein and low in carbs. Perfect to satisfy your pizza craving without feeling guilty. One of the most difficult things for me to … Read more
Cinco de Mayo is a great opportunity to celebrate and teach children about the combined US and Mexican cultures. These are some Cinco de Mayo activities for kids educational ideas. Despite what you might think you know about Cinco de Mayo, … Read more
Elephants are the largest land animal and Cheetah’s are by far the fastest (with Ostriches coming in at second place!); but one of the most interesting animals in the world is the Butterfly. Scientists estimate that there are between 15,000 and … Read more
This delicious Mexican shrimp cocktail appetizer is always a huge hit with guests. For an incredible presentation, serve in a large margarita glass on a plate, surrounded by nachos. Although Cinco de Mayo isn’t really a traditional holiday of Mexico, … Read more