“Owl”oween Snack Mix and Treat Bags

It’s time to start planning for Fall and all of its festiveness. And how cute are these “Owl”oween Treat Bags and Snack Mix for trick-or-treaters, fall parties, or after school munchies??!!! The mix is four simple ingredients, and fun for the kids to make together. Here’s What You Need for the Snack Mix: A Box …

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Back to School eBook Bundle Featuring KidVentures

We’ve been holding on to summer as tight as possible these last few weeks.  The weather has been mild and perfect for being outdoors.  However, just because the summer days are coming to a close, doesn’t mean our outdoor adventures have to – in fact fall is PERFECT for outdoor exploring and hands-on-learning!  What a …

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40 Things To Do Outside With Your Family Rather Than Hibernate

I’ve been reading Fifteen Minutes Outside: 365 Ways to Get Out of the House and Connect with Your Kids , (Thanks for the recommendation Emily!), and it’s been a great motivator in continuing to enjoy the outdoors with the boys as it gets late in the fall.  It gives ideas for each month of things …

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“Fruit of the Womb”

What could be more funny than 4 boys dressed up like underwear characters? Our version of the Fruit of the Loom Guys… Also known as our “Fruit of the Womb”. And our source of a hundred laughs on Halloween night, and hopefully a few for you today! Past Halloween Costumes: Halloweiners (Hot Dogs) 2007 Giraffe …

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Growing Pumpkins…

     Brooks: Mama, why do you call me Pumpkin? Me: Because you are cute as a little pumpkin. Brooks: That’s silly, Mama. I’m NOT a pumpkin, I’m just a boy! My Pumpkins are growing up WAY. TOO. FAST. (Stay tuned for the Halloween costume reveal.  It should be good for a laugh!)

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How to Have a Ridiculously Good Time in a Gigantic Pile of Leaves

Find a few mature trees that have lost their leaves. We found some giant leaf droppers at Eagle Creek Park.  Build a pile using anything around you.  Feet, Hands, and Large Sticks work great – no rake required! =) {The pictures don’t do this justice…Trust me, it was EPIC!} On the count of three get …

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5 Fall Tree Crafts for Kids

With all the beauty of the fall trees outside, it’s fun to bring some of the color inside for a few easy crafts with the kids! 1. Three Dimensional Fall Trees – These colorful fall trees from 1+1+1=1 are made from painted paper towel rolls and silk leaves from the dollar store. Source: 1plus1plus1equals1.blogspot.com via …

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Seasons of Love

Fall is overrated in my book.  I have this intense love for summer, and I hate to see it go so much, that I forget the loveliness of fall that follows each year.  The brilliant trees, the brisk air, the comfort foods, the traditions….   The simple pleasures that come on fall days… Being submersed …

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