When I think of the best moments in my childhood, my thoughts are pulled to the memories of my grandparents. When my grandfather wasn’t tutoring me in Algebra, he was a worthy wrestling opponent, and captivated my family with intricate… read more
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4 Creative Popcorn Recipes to Make For Movie Night!
When we think about popcorn, our minds usually jump straight to the massive tubs of overly buttered bright yellow kernels at the movie theaters. Some will say the snack is best enjoyed served hot and on its own, but popcorn… read more
Mommy Planning Tips for a Stress Free Morning
Being a mom means having 100 jobs at once, and getting out of the house on time can be one of the hardest ones. If you plan accordingly every night, you will be able to sleep in longer and leave… read more
Put a Stop to Back-to-School Blues!
Another summer break is wrapping up and it’s time to lie out the children’s finely pressed uniforms and sit in the morning traffic. Everything seems to be as fine as it can be in the middle of a pandemic. And… read more
Shark Tales: Distinguishing Facts from Fiction
Sharks have a bad reputation. Blame their rows of sharp teeth or the images we’ve been fed through movies like “Jaws.” But they’re not all bad, and they’re completely necessary for the ocean environment. George Burgess, a shark biologist and… read more
Why Should You Enroll Your Kids In Sports?
As summer comes to a close, the school year is just around the corner. Once school starts, sports tryouts follow shortly after with the start of football, cross-country, volleyball, tennis and swimming. With your younger kiddos, the seasons might be… read more
4 Free Ways to Cool Off This Summer
It’s hot outside. There’s no denying it when the temperature slowly climbs into the high 90s by midmorning each day. If you keep your kids inside where the air conditioning is on full blast, they’ll play video games all… read more
Family Time: Best Places to Watch the Sunset in Gainesville
Gainesville is not only home to beautiful parks and scenic lakes, but it's also the perfect place to catch a stunning sunset. Whether you're looking for a serene spot by the water or a park with a wide-open sky, here… read more
Sidewalk Chalk: Creativity Without The Mess!
Sidewalk chalk! The ultimate crafting medium that isn't super messy and can wash off of ~pretty much~ anything! Here are some crafts that involve sidewalk chalk to keep your kiddos busy if they are bored from all this social distancing!… read more
Use Strawberries, Blueberries and Bananas for this DIY Patriotic Dessert Pizza
Skip the flag cake and red velvet cupcakes this year, and try out this Patriotic Dessert Pizza! It is super easy, very delicious and perfect for the kids. Patriotic Dessert Pizza You'll need: pre-made pizza crust or dough (or you… read more
