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5 Must See State Parks of the United States

There is still some summertime left this year, and if you are looking for a fun last minute vacation consider some of the wonderful State Parks of the United States. With so much to see and do, our State Parks … Read more

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20 Travel Quotes to Get You Off the Couch

I remember seeing the Atlantic Ocean for the first time as a child. I had this overwhelming feeling of serenity bubbling up within my soul. That first experience of true awe and appreciation has left me chasing that feeling. Every time … Read more

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Tips For Introducing Your Child to Golf

Maybe your child has expressed an interest in golf on their own or maybe they’re following in a family member’s footsteps. Either way, you find yourself with a junior Arnold Palmer looking to take up the game. And why not? Aside … Read more

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11 Things You Didn’t Know About Minions

We first met these banana eaters in Despicable Me as the sidekicks of Gru, and since then they’ve been taking the world by storm. It seems that no one is immune to their lovable ways but what do we really … Read more

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The Life of an Alligator Wrangler

In Northern Michigan, the Lumberman’s Monument is a park dedicated to the workers that provided back breaking labor in the early logging industry. Every time I visit the park, I feel a renewed sense of appreciation for the history of my home state. … Read more

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Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe

It’s Summer! This time of year I seem to find any excuse to throw open the doors and spend an afternoon on the back lawn hanging out with friends and family. Summer seems to be the perfect excuse to have … Read more

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Improve Reading Skills with National Geographic Kids Books

Reading is the foundation of successful children. This means not just casual reading but continual growth through increased reading comprehension. A child’s reading skills affect performance in all other subjects, as well as progress through adulthood. Consider some of these … Read more

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Minions Review: Bee-Do! for Silly Family Fun

The Minions are back and this time in a feature length film of their own. Admittedly, I have never seen Despicable Me nor its sequel, however it comes as no surprise that these adorable, gibberish-speaking, pill-shaped creatures warranted a spin-off … Read more

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5 Tips For Planning a Family Reunion

Our family seems to be growing at an exponential rate and time spent with everyone together becomes increasingly rare and precious. Most years, our family reunions take place at a little cabin in the middle of nowhere. This year, we … Read more

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Saving Lives One Child at a Time

I didn’t learn how to swim until I was ten years old. Even then, I didn’t learn from formal lessons or classes. One of my older brothers taught me the doggy paddle and that was good enough in case I … Read more

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10 Incredible Facts about Yellowstone National Park

The word vacation might conjure up images of tropical beaches or maybe far off countries without romantic languages, but consider the beautiful destinations right here in our own country. Our National Parks showcase the incredible landscapes while preserving them for generations to come. … Read more