Promotional consideration has been provided for some of the items chosen. I'm excited to share my Hot Picks for 2018. I've got something for everyone from kids to teens to college and adults. Let's not forget ideas for you to add to your wish list! When it comes to giving a gift it can feel like we don't need anything or don't know what we want. I've pulled together … [Read more...]
Crazy Good Fun with Hasbro Games
Thanks Hasbro for giving me these products It's National Games and Puzzles week and I'm starting it off with a company that always brings crazy good fun to family game night, Hasbro Games. Over the years Hasbro is a company that I know has games the whole family can enjoy. This year is no except with games like Chow Crown, Connect 4 Shots & Monopoly Cheaters … [Read more...]
Where to hide holiday gifts
The holidays are approaching and the thought of finding the perfect holiday gifts has begun. It's also the time of year where we have to be clever in hiding gifts to keep it a surprise for the big day. So I've pulled together a list of where to hide holiday gifts! I've asked around to get ideas on where to store and hide gifts that aren't the basement or attic. Not … [Read more...]
National Parks Junior Rangers Program
Visiting National Parks and Monuments across America is an amazing thing to do, but kids aren't always as excited as we would like, but the National Parks Junior Rangers Program makes it so fun for everyone. So what's the Junior Ranger program, well it's a lot of things, and with a motto of "Explore, Learn and Protect" that's just what it teaches. Throughout America there … [Read more...]
Summer Bucket List 2018
Last year we decided to create a summer bucket list of events and things to do throughout the summer. It was such a success that we have decided to to it again. So here's our Summer Bucket List 2018! What I love about this list are some are easy, some a little more difficult, some are local to where we live (Northern NJ), and some are in other states. We collect things … [Read more...]
Drive-In Movie Theater Tips
There's something very retro about a Drive-In Movie Theater. The crisp night air, and latest film makes the Drive-In perfect for a date night or family evening of fun. So here are some Drive-In Movie Theater Tips to give you the best experience. Find your Local Drive-In Movie Theater The best place to start is by figuring out where your local Drive-In Movie Theater is … [Read more...]
Tips and Video for How to Pick a Crab
Growing up in Delaware a summer tradition was hosting or attending a crab fest of some sort. Over the years I like to think I've gotten pretty good at picking crabs, so I decided I would share some tips and exactly how to pick a Maryland blue crab for you! I have some fond memories of going "crabbin" with the family and bringing them home, where one would always get … [Read more...]
When you’re sick on a Disney Cruise
When you're planning a vacation the last thing you want to think about is someone getting sick and not being able to partake in the fun. No matter how hard you prepare there are just some things out of your control so what are you to do when you wake up sick on a Disney Cruise? I'm sad to say we experienced this and can help explain what happened with our family. Vacationing … [Read more...]
Spongebob Squarepants on Broadway is the Best Day Ever
Did you know there's a Broadway musical based on Spongebob SquarePants? That's right, and I asked for tickets to see it as my holiday gift. Now, I'm sharing why it's the Best Day Ever to see it with the family. To start I must disclose that I am not a fan of the cartoon show. I was a little too old when it launched in the 90's and while my kids are in the right age I don't … [Read more...]
Snow Traditions – Faith in the Flakes
As a kid I can remember getting excited when the weather channel would talk about a possible snow storm and a possible snow day from school. As I've gotten older I still love the idea of a snow day, even if I'm working from home, but I have a friend who really loves the idea of a one and has quite a few snow traditions to bring on the flakes. For the past few years I've been … [Read more...]