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4th of July Camping Photo Progression: Sun to Rain to McDonald’s (Part 2)
Did you read the first part about our camping trip? Make sure you get the first (good) part of the story before you read on to the BAD part below! Read about camping day 1 here first. 4th of July Camping Photo Progression: Sun to Rain to McDonald’s (Part 2) I woke up a few hours later from a loud sound. It was the sound of rain – lots of it. I lay there quietly for a minute, listening to the rain pound on the tent, watching it land and bead up and roll down the outside. Then it got harder. And harder. That’s when I woke up Michael. The…
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4th of July Camping Photo Progression: Sun to Rain to McDonald’s (Part 1)
It wouldn’t have been the 4th of July weekend without some fun family camping, which is just what we did! My husband and I packed up the family minivan and hauled the kids out to Chena Lakes for some good old fashioned roughing it. At least that was the plan. The misadventure looks even funnier in photos than it was in real life! Here I present for you the 4th of July camping photo progression: sun to rain to – McDonald’s? My husband, Michael, and I have never gone camping with the kids before. We should have known we were in for it, especially with a 6 month old baby…
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8 Ways to Turn a Family Walk into an Adventure Walk
8 Ways to Turn a Regular Family Walk into an Adventure Walk Quality family time doesn’t have to be expensive to be fun. Simply grab the kids and your jackets to head outdoors for a fun Adventure Walk! Get exercise, great conversation, fresh air and an opportunity to take in the scenery around you with a casual stroll. A simple family walk can become an “Adventure Walk” by just giving it a new name and a fresh idea. What child (or adult) can resist an adventure? Try any of the 8 ways below to turn a plain family walk around the neighborhood into a family Adventure Walk! 1. Bring containers…
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11 Free Family Bonding Activities to Do in 30 Minutes or Less
There are many fun family bonding activities that take 30 minutes or less (or can take longer if you have more time!). You don't have to leave the comfort of your own home - or front yard - to have great family fun. These free activities can be thought of as team-building exercises for your family.
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Safeguard Your Menu Plan System When Life Happens
Life doesn’t always go as planned. When meals have to be adjusted to accommodate life’s unexpected circumstances, write it down. Putting your change of plans in writing on your family menu plan can protect your good habits. Here’s why: You Can’t Stop Life From Happening All good menu planners will tell you that no matter how good your intentions or how far in advance your planning, life will alter your menu plan from time to time. Appointments can run long or you can find yourself unexpectedly away from home when you are supposed to be preparing a meal. You could even forget to prepare your crockpot meal in the morning…
