Once upon a time we celebrated Valentine's Day just the two of us. We got all dressed up, ate a candlelit dinner and went to fancy musicals. Then we had kids. That changed life. After kids, some people still do the couple Valentine thing. I get it and can see that side, too. But for us, we do a family Valentine's Day. Family Valentine's Day With My Forever Valentine(s) We spent an View Post
30+ of the Best Board Games for Kids of All Ages
I think we are pretty much finished with our Christmas shopping for the kids. However, there's always room for a few games! We love board games at our house. It's the perfect family night activity. Here's a huge list of the best board games for kids. Over 30 different games to choose from and so many of my favorites. Hopefully it helps you find the perfect additions for your holiday shopping View Post
7 Lesser Known Halloween Movies That You Need To Watch
Are you afraid of Halloween movies? I kind of am, but I still watch 'em. There are tons of different lesser known Halloween movies to choose from and those are my favorites. My husband and I always pick a scary movie to watch each Halloween. Not too, too scary because I can't handle that... But something creepy. Mostly thrillers. Or we will watch something entirely low key with our kids. Like over View Post
13 Halloween Things: Halloween Word Search
Kids love the school holiday parties and they especially love all the fun holiday games, crafts, etc. that are found at the party. It's a welcome break from the same old, same old educational learning. We all need a brain break every now and again! A Halloween word search is in fact always a hit. It's easy to do, takes up time, and the kids enjoy it. The parent party planners are also fans of this View Post
31 Nights of Halloween Complete Halloween Movies List
You may remember it as being 13 Nights of Halloween because that's what it has always been known as for the list of the best Halloween movies... until now. Freeform has decided to make the switch to 31 Nights of Halloween and I'm too thrilled about it. All the fantastically dandy Halloween movies for 31 whole nights?! Yes, please! I'm a huge fan of Halloween movies so you know what will be on my View Post
Best Family Night In St. Louis: Annie At The Muny
Last night was our first night together as a family at The Muny. It's was the perfect night to attend a show because it was beautiful outside. Definitely not the usual for July in St. Louis! Going in I was super thrilled with that fact. Already thrilled with the fact that we were going to experience Annie at The Muny. My kids played "duck, duck, goose" before the show. Growing up my favorite View Post
How To Get A Build-A-Bear For The Price Of Your Age
Ages ago I remember eating at a buffet with my family and kids would eat for a penny a pound. That's a pound as in the kid's weight. There was literally a scale next to the register and kids would weigh in! I was always underweight as a child, so in 5th grade my family only had to pay 50 cents for me to eat. Quite the deal! I haven't seen a deal quite like that one until now. Well, kind of like View Post
Summer Family Fun Prize Pack Giveaway
It's a magical time of year! The time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful summer nights. Yay for summer family fun! This giveaway is a great way to get ready for all the adventures. The prize is definitely a dandy one! Read on to enter to win. Summer Family Fun Prize Pack Giveaway Summer is the time to get outside and enjoy all the moments together as a family. But there are also so many View Post
5 Outdoor Toys For Family Summer Fun
At our house Memorial Day signals the kick off to summer fun! All summer long we enjoy spending time in the backyard together as a family. I like our yard to be a safe haven for my kids and love for them to enjoy childhood. School is out for the summer so that means it's time for backyard fun that goes well into the evening. I've been researching some fun outdoor toys to enjoy this summer and View Post
4 Activities To Celebrate A Wrinkle In Time
The time is almost here. A Wrinkle In Time will be in theaters this Friday!!! This cherished book is now a major motion picture. Such an exciting time for fans of the book and movie buffs alike. Disney has definitely done it again and this movie is sure to break records at the box office the weekend of March 9th! Read on to find out the perfect family activities for celebrating the release of this View Post