One of my fondest memories growing up was the vacation my grandparents took me on to Sea World. I was about 6 years old and it was my first time to a park with sea animals. Oh boy was I excited! Back in 1983, Sea World was a lot different than it is now. I don't remember there being any rides. I just remember walking around this huge park and seeing all the animals. There were so many first for me on this trip. First time I'd ever seen a whale in captivity or any sea animal. Back in Minnesota we ...
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Tips to Bring The Family Together
Whether your kids are barely out of diapers or they’re practically adults, it’s pretty normal to look for ways to bring the family closer together. With all the trials and stresses of working life, along with all the technology we have now, more and more families are getting squeezed for quality time. If this sounds all too familiar, here are some ways for you to bring the family closer together. First of all, baking and cooking together. It’s always a good idea to encourage your kids to cook ...
Save Money on Back to School Shopping #JewelVisaMC10
Kids everywhere will be going back to school in the next few weeks. Some are even heading back to school next week! Parents everywhere are starting to scramble and trying to get all the shopping done. New clothes, groceries, school supplies and so much more! Jewel has you covered for groceries for all those school lunches that need to be made. While at Jewel, stop by the gift card rack and see if any of the retailers you plan shopping are there. There are two awesome offers right now with Jewel ...
Is Your Child in the Right Car Seat?
Since I brought Peyton home from the hospital we've gone through 5 different car seats/booster seats. Choosing the car seat that fits with your child, car and lifestyle can be overwhelming. It's a big decision. One I've had to make 5 times because I didn't take the time to research and think about my child and/or size of my car. Unless you plan on walking, a lot, your child needs a car seat from the time you walk out of the hospital until they are at least 7 years old. And, by law, most ...
Could a Landline Be Your Lifeline?
Having a cell phone and a landline can become pretty costly. I have been contemplating, for a few months, if I should get rid of our landline to save a few dollars. But then I sat back and started to think about it and weigh out the pros and cons. Keep reading to see why I am keeping my landline. Picture this: It's the end of July—smack in the middle of summer. Your kids are at home with a caretaker while you toil away at your 9 to 5. Then, disaster strikes. There's an emergency at home, and ...
4 Ways to Get Outdoors With Your Family This Summer
Summer is one of the best times to enjoy the great outdoors. With good weather and the sunshine, it is the perfect time to enjoy the time with your children. They can get plenty of that all-important vitamin D, as well as enjoy the outdoors, exploring and making memories. The school break can feel quite long, though. It can be hard to know what to fill the time with. So here are just a few little ideas, to help you explore the outdoors and pass the time. Fun with Water In summer, nothing ...