Planning my kids’ summer camp schedule is one of my least favorite things to do as a working mom. There are so many choices and it’s hard to know whether a camp is the right fit for your child and what to do if it’s not. Luckily we hit the jackpot with Galileo Summer Camp for our […]
In our house there are a few “bad” words that the kids are absolutely and completely forbidden to say, like “I hate,” “I can’t,” and “I’m bored.” But that doesn’t mean they don’t ever say say it - in other creative ways - or feel that way when we don’t have scheduled activities. How do […]
The joke around here is that our house could double as a shipping facility with all the packages continuously coming in and going out. But after heading back to work full-time, the freedom to shop in person just isn’t a luxury I enjoy anymore, so I am completely unapologetic about my dependency on online shopping and […]
If you thought DIY Batik Shirts were difficult to make - like I did before we tried this new activity - you are so wrong! Making Glue Resist Batik T-Shirts is actually super easy, super fun, and super cheap, especially if you already have glue and painting supplies handy. This is the perfect weekend activity you can […]
We just returned from one of our summer vacations and oh how much we will miss the good times together. To capture our memories, one of the things we do is a bedtime ritual called, “Review the Holiday,” where we recount the highlights of our vacation. A hands-on way to cement our happy memories is with […]
Hooray for vacation and stay at home days! Well, except for those days when the weather is too hot or too cold to get outside and run off all the extra energy from being cooped up. Even though we rotate toys - I hide stuffed animals in the attic and store birthday and holiday gifts in […]
Glitter, upcycling, and independent play: these are a few of my favorite things. When we received a box brimming with Glitter Glue, Painters Markers, School Glue and Glue Sticks from Elmer’s last weekend, I knew EXACTLY what we would do - get our craft on and create a homemade play town with items straight from […]
After our maiden voyage to Disneyland was such a magical success, we can’t wait to visit again. Short and sweet, here are our Top Ten Tips for Disneyland With Preschoolers. Don’t forget to check out our detailed post on Planning for Disneyland with Preschoolers, with tips on when to visit the park, what attractions not to […]
Disneyland is truly the happiest place on Earth. I hadn’t visited the park since 1987, so I was excited to take the kids (4 and 5 years old) on their maiden voyage, but I had no idea how absolutely magical the experience would be. Watching the children’s hearts nearly explode with joy was the best part […]
Keeping the kids occupied (meaning, not putting them in front of the TV and making sure they’re safe and not killing one another) while we prep dinner is sometimes challenging for us. A fun way to turn what can be a difficult time into an opportunity for learning is this simple Counting by Tens math […]
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DIY Memory Box Display
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Easy Homemade Play Town
Top Ten Tips For Disneyland With Preschoolers
Planning for Disneyland with Preschoolers
Easy Kitchen Math: Counting By Tens
April 10, 2012 in All Posts, Play, Toddler Activities
Welcome to Around The World in 12 Dishes! In March, we - and 12 other amazing bloggers and their children - began our culinary adventure around the world to explore 12 different countries in 12 months by cooking one dish from one country each month with our kids. This month we’re learning about SWEDEN! Swedish […]
March 18, 2012 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week I’ve been craving fresh cream, butter, milk and yogurt delivered straight to my door, like the local Bay Area Clover-Stornetta products delivered by Palo Alto native Michal the Milkman. Unless, like my in-laws, you live across the pond and have had the same milkman delivering your bottles of fresh, creamy milk for the last […]
March 11, 2012 in All Posts, Parenting, Sponsored Posts
Did you hear the one about the girl who tried to squeeze herself into a bridesmaid’s dress four sizes too small? Yep, that’s me. I tried the dress on again recently just to make sure - sucking in and pulling tight - but that didn’t make the 3 inch swath of back fat disappear. I […]
February 8, 2012 in All Posts, DIY
If you can believe it - I can’t - I’m off on holiday WITHOUT the kids. I’m going on about the 20th breakdown for the week, missing them so utterly madly, even though I’m still here. But, it’s a well-needed rest and an opportunity that won’t come around for many years more, so here I […]
December 21, 2011 in All Posts, Bake, Sponsored Posts
It’s safe to say I’m a bit caramel obsessed. Who can resist the ooey, gooey goodness of a warm Caramel Sauce drizzled over an inside-out Apple Crumble Cheesecake or thick, creamy Caramel Frosting Brownie Sandwiches? This holiday season I’m making lots of caramel-drizzled desserts, but I’m also making caramels. Salty ones like these delicious, divine […]
September 29, 2011 in All Posts, Fun With Food!, Play, Toddler Activities
Fun With Toast! is our latest installment of the Fun With Food! series. Some mornings I just need more time to myself. Share & Remember inspired this fun painting activity that gives me a few extra minutes to shower, blog, eat or have a cup of tea in peace. Materials toast milk liquid food coloring bowls paintbrush Step […]
September 23, 2011 in All Posts, Bake
What do you do with three very ripe bananas soon to turn to mush, a baking crazed toddler and her Weetabix fanatic mom? Weetabix Banana Muffins! We found this great recipe from Toddler Tastes and had so much fun with it! The complete recipe for these healthy, toddler-friendly muffins can be found here. We left […]
July 13, 2011 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week I’m craving these superfun got milk? Magic Milk Straws: So totally awesome - especially because I can’t get one single ounce of calcium into Jane on most days. Just dip, sip and presto! you have yummy flavored milk. Nutrition information on these lactose, gluten, fat, dairy, soy and nut free all natural flavored straws here. […]
