Back to school season is here, and this school year we're using and sharing the new Crayola Take Note! to make heading back to school a bit more colorful. Crayola has always been a trusted brand for my family to get ready for school or to make life a little more colorful. When a box of Crayola Take Note! products arrived at my doorstep I wasn't the only person to get … [Read more...]
Tips & tricks for building easy gingerbread houses
The holidays tend to mean people are in the decorating, baking and gingerbread making season. I'm sharing my tips and tricks for building easy gingerbread houses that everyone can make. A decorated gingerbread house can be a family activity, party theme or beautiful decoration. Building gingerbread houses with kids Having kids building a gingerbread house can be … [Read more...]
Summer Bucket List 2019
School is coming to a close and that means it's time for the annual Summer Bucket List 2019 edition. Where we lay out all the adventures we hope to accomplish in the summer. North New Jersey Summer Bucket List This annual list started back in 2017 as a way to make the most of the summer with a stay at home parent. We are lucky to have a parent that can stay home so camps … [Read more...]
Hersheypark Carrousel
Riding a carousel is a timeless treat for all ages. The Hersheypark Carrousel is celebrating it's 100th birthday in 2019 and I'm excited to share some of the details and history that make this carousel special. Hersheypark considers their carrousel the crown jewel of the park and that's obvious from the placement and love that's put into restoration. Hersheypark Carrousel … [Read more...]
Play All May – A Game a Day
I am so excited to share The Toy Association is taking the Genius of Play a bit further for the month of May. As this will be the 1st month ever dedicated to play and they are calling it "Play all May" and my family is going to commit to a game a day for the entire month. If you're not familiar with The Toy Association and Genius of Play I recommend you check them out. … [Read more...]
Teacher Appreciation Ideas that cost nothing
Every May for one week schools celebrate Teacher Appreciation week. This week is about thanking the teachers and staff and while gifts are nice there are some pretty cool things you can do that cost nothing. Teacher Appreciation Ideas Our school is planning this years theme and really trying to think of things that show how much you appreciate your teacher. Thankfully I … [Read more...]
25+ Fun Games for 2 players
There's something to be said for playing a game with just 2 people. We enjoy 2 player games for evenings in or one on one with the kids. Here's a list of 25+ Games for 2 players for couples or families. What's great about 2 player games is the chance to unplug and connect with another person. It could be your partner, a child, parent or grandparent. Card Games for 2 … [Read more...]
Winter Fun at the Liberty Science Center
The colder days have begun and looking for inside activities that the whole family can enjoy is easy just by heading to the Liberty Science Center for some winter fun. Liberty Science Center It's been a while since we spent the day at the Liberty Science Center. I was excited to check it out as a family. I kind of thought my kids are getting too old for this place. Boy … [Read more...]
Hot Picks for 2018
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...]