I love to read and started reading at a very early age. My mother used to require us to read a book, any book for at least 30 minutes a day. I was one of those "weird" kids who looked forward to library day at school and checking out new books every week. I never ran out of new material to read. … [Read more...] about 15 Children’s Books Worth Passing Down to My Grandchildren
Game On! More Awesome Activities for Clever Kids Book
As a family we enjoy traveling and often times we'll take our 9 year old granddaughter along with us. It's important that when you travel with kids that you plan ahead and come up with activities to keep them occupied. Every time the Princess is traveling with us...I pack an activity bag that's full … [Read more...] about Game On! More Awesome Activities for Clever Kids Book
Easy St. Patrick’s Day Painted Seashells
Looking for an easy St. Patrick's Day craft project to do with the kids? Got a few seashells laying around the house or leftover from summer vacation? If so, we've got a fun and easy project for you today! We made these adorable St. Patrick's Day painted seashells with 9 - 11 year old's. If you … [Read more...] about Easy St. Patrick’s Day Painted Seashells
Visiting the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg
A few months ago my husband and I visited The National Civil War Museum located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. When people think of visiting Civil War Museums, they think of visiting Gettysburg. While Gettysburg has a lot of them, Harrisburg is home to the National Civil War Museum. The museum is … [Read more...] about Visiting the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg
Coastal Style Upcycled Wood Storage Crates
Last year I received a foodie gift basket that arrived in a wooden storage crate. While I loved all of the foodie goodies...I absolutely hated the wood storage crate! Why you might ask? Well...it was done in a redwood stain which doesn't work in my coastal style home! Since I had no need for the … [Read more...] about Coastal Style Upcycled Wood Storage Crates
Mailbox Monday for March 2019
Time for our monthly MAILBOX MONDAY for March! The first Monday of every month you'll see our Mailbox Monday Meme. It will cover the previous month and we invite all of our readers to participate. If you're a blogger, you can participate too by sharing our MEME on your blog. The Mailbox Monday … [Read more...] about Mailbox Monday for March 2019
Kid’s Crafts: Painted Sports Ball Themed River Rocks
Children love to play various sports and will often try out several different type's of athletic sports until they settle on their favorite. Our granddaughter enjoys playing soccer and golf, while my grandson enjoys baseball and basketball. Today's kid's craft project is for children who enjoy … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts: Painted Sports Ball Themed River Rocks
Clean and Pure Cosmetics and Beauty Products from Cleure
When I was younger I had no skin sensitivities. I could use any bath, body, skincare or cosmetic product that I wanted. However, that all changed once I hit the age of 30. My skin sensitivity first started with facial care products and then spread to include my entire body. A lot of products out in … [Read more...] about Clean and Pure Cosmetics and Beauty Products from Cleure