Family

Enjoying time together as a family whether it’s unique family traditions or going on a family vacation.

  • Family Fun: C’MON Children’s Museum of Naples, Florida

    We recently traveled to southwest Florida (Naples).  If you’re visiting the Gulf Coast, the C’mon (Children’s Museum of Naples) is right off of Highway 75.  When we first arrived at C’mom, we were amazed by the building!  It’s beautiful and kid friendly.  It also sits on the same property as the North Collier County Regional Park where […]

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  • Harry Potter

    We just celebrated our tween’s birthday! One of the biggest hits was this “special letter” from Hogwarts School.   Mr. BKHM designed it and we’re sharing it with you here: We purchased the Folkmanis puppet Snowy Owl and had it “deliver” the letter.  We did attempt to seal the envelope with hot wax and press a button […]

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  • 10 Tips for visiting Mt. Vernon – with Kids!

      We visited Mt. Vernon on a gorgeous fall day.  Due to the wonderful location of Mt. Vernon, I doubt any day could be bad there! Good to know before you go: 1.  Pack water!  No other food or drinks are allowed or sold on property.  Eat something right before you walk in.  I think […]

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  • Kiwi Crate Review

    Look what arrived in the mail!  A craft kit from Kiwi Crate! I’ve been saving this craft gem for my boys to complete this summer!  They had no idea what to expect! It was thrilling to find 2 crafts for each of them to make.  The directions were easy to follow and EVERYTHING (down to […]

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  • Chaperone Field Trip Survival Tips

    Successful Chaperoning.   I’ve taken groups of children everywhere from Dairy Queen to Mount Vernon.  I’ve gone as the classroom teacher and as a chaperoning parent.  Chaperoning is not for the faint of heart! Read to find out 8 tips for Leading a Small Group of Children, 5 Questions to Ask Before You Leave, and […]

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