Culinary travel or culinary tourism is the exploration of a destination’s food as the main purpose of the vacation. It is considered a vital component of the tourism experience and is growing in popularity. Dining out is common among tourists and the exploration of local food is believed to rank alongside climate, accommodation, and scenery …
In today’s digital age, it’s not surprising to see children captivated by screens, but what if those screens could offer a world of fun, creativity, and education all in one place? Enter Bentkey, the innovative video service designed with kids in mind. Bentkey is an exciting and enriching platform that is changing the way children …
There is a feel good family movie coming to theaters October 29 & 30 only! “Miracle in East Texas” is an American tale of entrepreneurship, inspired by a true story. Plan to make it a family movie night!
2023 Holiday Gift Guide The holiday season is a time for joy, warmth, and the spirit of giving. It is a time when we come together with family and friends to celebrate the traditions that make this time of year so special. At the heart of these celebrations are the gifts we exchange, tokens of …
Mark your calendars for August 25! The Hill movie is coming to theaters and you will not want to miss it!
I know that many women are consumed with the world and the opinions of others. I love this new book by Hosanna Wong, You Are More Than You’ve Been Told. She is a great writer and a great speaker, as well.
June is National Men’s Health Month! Having a husband and three growing boys, this is an important topic to discuss because I want the men I love to be healthy. The purpose of Men’s Health Month is to focus on your health and bring awareness to preventable health problems. If you are a guy, read …
Pickleball, a unique fusion of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, has quickly become one of the biggest sports in the country. In the past few years it has gone from a niche pastime to a mainstream phenomenon. The sport offers an exciting blend of fast-paced volleying, easy-to-learn rules, and social interaction, making it a game for …
If your family is looking for a wholesome family show to enjoy together, check out “Frog and Toad” on Apple TV+!
Great Ways to Celebrate Your Employees for Employee Appreciation Day! #SconesAppreciation #sponsored contains affiliate links I bet you did not know that March 3 is Employee Appreciation Day! If you are a boss or have any employees, this is a great way to celebrate their dedication and work for your company! The first Friday of …
What gifts are your kids asking for this year?
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Summertime is fun…or it should be. Things are weird now, however, in that I feel like I have to take the kids places, fill their days with amazement, and jam pack their summer with awesomeness. Okay, I don’t really feel like that, but I do feel the pressure to make my kids have an awesome …
Are you ready for a feel good movie for date night? Check out JERRY & MARGE GO LARGE, inspired by a remarkable true story! Retiree Jerry Selbee, played by Bryan Cranston, discovers a mathematical loophole in the Massachusetts lottery. With the help of his wife Marge, played by Annettte Bening, wins millions and uses the …
If you are wanting a great date video for Christmas Day, make plans to see A JOURNAL FOR JORDAN, exclusively in theaters December 25, 2021. This movie was directed by Denzel Washington and stars Michael B. Jordan with a screenplay by Virgil Williams. A JOURNAL FOR JORDAN is based on the true story of First Sergeant Charles …
If you are asking “what is the best genome sequencing company?” then this is the info you’re looking for! sponsored by Nebula Genomics. All opinions are mine. What is genome sequencing all about? Genome sequencing is a genetic test that decodes 100% of your DNA. Included is the sequencing of all genes, regulatory genomic regions, …
School has started for most students and teachers, or will start soon. Parents, teachers, staff, and kids everywhere are trying to get enough sleep and get back into the routine. You may be asking “How can I get a good night’s sleep?” It isn’t as easy as it seems like it should be for many …
It is summertime, which means the kids are home from school. No more waking up early and taking the kids to school, just lazy days, right? Well, factor in the fact that kids are home ALL. THE. TIME. and thus create more of a mess, what is a stay at home parent to do? Checklists! …
If you are a Texas mom, dad, grandparent, guardian or, of course, teacher, you know that Spring = STAAR season for our public school kids! So many are left wondering….”So how do I help my child prepare for the STAAR test at home?” Luckily, the teachers do a pretty fantastic job at helping prepare …
Are you looking for a fun family vacation in Texas? What are some fun things to do in Grand Prairie, Texas? There are many! You and your family can have an awesome Spring Break or weekend vacation with the family, you can have a blast in Grand Prairie!
It does not need to be said, but the past year has been rough on everyone. The stress alone is enough to wreak havoc on your body. But how do you improve gut health so you can feel better? Improve Your Diet -Add fruits and vegetables, at least 1//2 cup to each meal, to boost …
School Anxiety: What Has Helped Our Family A few years ago, our oldest started daily pre-k. Things were great at first, but they got worse. A lot worse. He started on a Wednesday and absolutely loved it. Thursday he cried and said it was because he didn’t like the noisy cafeteria, which they had to …
Our three boys love to be active, and for that we are happy! But when the winter months roll around and the sun goes down at 5:30, it makes that nighttime energy burst a little hard to manage. What do we do to help them get their energy out so they (and we!) can …
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Things to do Before Sending Your Child Back To School After Virtual Learning Our 6 year old has not been in school in person since March 8th of this year, like many kids around the country. Next week, he will be going back in person and we are all a little nervous, but excited! He …
School is back in session or will be soon all across America. Whether your family is doing in person school, virtual learning, homeschooling, or another variety of schooling, I believe that every teacher deserves a little teacher gift basket at the beginning of school. Yes, even if the parent is the teacher! What should go …
I have been a blogger since 2008, when I was pregnant with our first son. Over the years, the blog name and branding has changed and evolved, and it went from a hobby to a full time job. When I heard about Traffic Secrets: The Underground Playbook for Filling Your Websites and Funnels with Your …
Scroll to the bottom to download and print your Father’s Day printables! Dad and Grandpa Fact Sheets! Father’s Day is coming up soon, and it’s time to think about fun, easy, low cost gifts to give Dad and Grandpa this year! I’m all about making memorable gifts that can be enjoyed and kept for …
The Best Children’s Vitamins with Immunity Support is a sponsored piece. The first semester of kindergarten was rough for our guy. He has always been pretty healthy, and he loves fruits like none other! We always assumed he was pretty healthy, but he came down with a cold and the flu TWICE during the first …
While everyone in the country is getting into a groove with doing their schoolwork from home, I want to share what is working for us, and has worked for us for years: the checklist. I have found that my boys thrive on checklists, where they can see what they need to do in a day …
The world is in a terrible funk right now, as you are well aware. I am the most introverted homebody, but yet I still am itching to get out into the real world again. It is definitely a trying time, but I am finding joy in the small moments. I know, it’s easier said that …
Our family just got back from a mini vacation, staying in a cabin and visiting Daingerfield National Park. We fished, went out on a paddleboat, went hiking two days in a row, and had lots of family fun. We loved being outdoors and the weather was next to perfect. That is one thing that I …
Thank you Essilor Vision Foundation for sponsoring this post. EVF provides over 500,000 pairs of glasses per year to people in need and works with schools, eye doctors, charities, and corporations to help build vision ambassadors focused on serving their community. Vision Problems in Children – How the Gift of Sight Changed our Son’s …
We have been honored to visit Medieval Times in Dallas, Texas a few times for Ginger Casa. We went again earlier this week, as a celebration and last hurrah before the busy back to school and work life began after the holidays. It has become a great way to celebrate victories we share at home. …
Compensation was provided by Amwell via Momtrends. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of Amwell or Momtrends. This summer we moved after living in the same place for eight years. I was a little apprehensive about new schools, new friends, and a new town but do …
Matching Family Football Pajamas has been sponsored by NFL Shop. All opinions are mine. Our little family spent 8 years living in the Dallas, Texas area, and Hubby was born and raised there, but somehow, our oldest never really cared about location but more about talent, good role models, and of course, his favorite colors. …
I am guilty of focusing on only what is right in front of me, which is common for busy parents, isn’t it? I sometimes forget about the service members who are dedicating their time and lives to protect our country. Hundreds of thousands of service members will remain on duty, away from home, this holiday …
