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It’s Not Just A Moon; It’s A SUPERMOON! * Fun Activity For Learning About Lunar Phases *
Next Sunday, June 23rd, will be biggest full moon of 2013. It is called a ‘supermoon’ because it will be closest to the Earth. It will be full and bright and beautiful! Since the moon controls the tides; really high and low tides will be created for the next couple of days following this [Read On]
Weekly Roundup of Free and Low Cost Events for Kids In Grand Rapids
Tuesday, June 18th is Two For Tuesday at John Ball Park Zoo. The Zoo is open until 8pm, and they have special activities and TWO-FOR-ONE admission from 6pm – 8pm. Tuesday, June 18th is Mr. Chops’ Birthday, and he will set a Guinness Book World Record for being the oldest pig. Yes this is really [Read On]
No Beach? No Problem! {Daily’s Frozen Cocktails Giveaway}
This post is sponsored by Daily’s. This weekend, I wanted to throw a beach party but I ran into a few problems – not the least of which was that I don’t actually live on a beach. I still tried to create a beachy atmosphere though by making a casual, serve yourself meal and a [Read On]
Presentation Is Everything {Recipe for Grilled Asparagus With Romesco Sauce and Pecorino Romano}
I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Cascade. I received a product sample to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating. A few weeks before I was married, my sister threw a bridal shower. All of my friends met at a paint your own [Read On]
Weekend Roundup of Free and Low Cost Events For Kids In Grand Rapids
It’s summer!! Which means there is SO MUCH to do around Grand Rapids I have divided the weekend events from the events planned during the week. Let me know how you like it! Homecoming of the Three Fires Pow Wow June 14th-16th starting at 1:00 pm on Friday. Bandshell Shelter in Riverside Park All are [Read On]
How To Rock A Road Trip, 1950′s Style
This post is sponsored by Kia. We are less than two weeks away from the official start of summer, but for us: SUMMER IS HERE! It’s not specific a date on the calendar, it’s a season. One that follows three consecutive seasons of business; full of activities that slice and dice my family up, sending [Read On]
My Family’s Amazing Day At Michigan’s Adventure
My family and I received admission passes and meal vouchers. No other compensation was received and all opinions are my own. This weekend we kicked off summer in the best way possible; all together, in beautiful weather, at Michigan’s Adventure! We had never visited before, although we left wondering why not. I love so many [Read On]
How I Broke Up With Bleach
The folks at EcoStore USA provided product samples for me to try knowing full well that the chance of me converting to actually using them was slim. All opinions and conversion stories are my own. Some people have an underground shelter, full of food. Some people have a stockpile of weapons. I have bleach. Bleach [Read On]
Wishin’ You Were Fishin’?
Fishing is an easy, inexpensive, family friendly sport that has provided summer entertainment for entertained Michigan kids during Michigan summers for generations. We spent hours catching catfish with cane poles and carp with cheap rods and reels. That was the good old days, when sinkers were made out of real lead and parental supervision was [Read On]
Rock Harbor Search and Rescue: Book Giveaway!
I received a copy of the book in this giveaway. I did not receive any other compensation, and all opinions are my own. Maybelle is a strong reader; but her reading level exceeds her maturity. This worries me; it’s hard to find books that are about her favorite subjects (puppies and horses) that match up [Read On]
