Family
Best Family Vacation Destinations
I like to go to places off the beaten path. Something new, something my friends haven't taken their kids to. Below are our best family vacation destinations; we hope to add to this list over the next 15 or 20 years with many more great family vacation destinations!
In my opinion, Thermopolis, Wyoming, is America's best-kept vacation secret.
Thermopolis is great for kids of any age and any vacation preference. Imagine a place that has endless miles (literally) of open space for kids to run. | Read more . . .
Quotations about Family
"[Our family is] a wonderfully messy arrangement, in which relationships overlap, underlie, support, and oppose one another. It didn't always come together easily nor does it always stay together easily. It's known very good times and very bad ones. It has held together, often out of shared memories and hopes . . ." | Read more . . .
Definition of Family
family noun, s. fam·i·ly | families noun, pl. fam·i·lies
Pronunciation: \fam-lē, fa-mə-lē\
Traditional definition: a unit consisting of a husband, wife, and children . . . | Read More . . .
Printable Family Tree
Writing down your family tree is a great project for school or just for fun. It's surprising how interested kids often are in their ancestors. The project of a family tree is also a great time to pass along family stories to your children.
I still remember where my ancestors came from, and I know many of their names, thanks to my parents. One of our family's favorite ancestors is my mom's great-aunt, Ina Penina. Too crazy of a name to be true? Absolutely not!
A family tree project may also be a good time for you to ask your parents and grandparents about your family history. | Read more . . .
Inspirational Family Quotes
There's no vocabulary For love within a family, love that's lived in But not looked at, love within the light of which All else is seen, the love within which All other love finds speech. This love is silent." -- T. S. Eliot
A man travels the world over in search of what he needs, and returns home to find it. --George Moore
In family life, love is the oil that eases friction, the cement that binds closer together, and the music that brings harmony. --Eva Burrows | Read more . . .
Kids
Frugal Tips for a Child's Birthday Party
Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you. . . . The highlight of any person's childhood is the birthday parties--if they were done right. No, that doesn't mean pony rides, hired clowns, and the entire Chucky Cheese rented out for your kids unless, of course, you can afford to do that and not put a dent in your budget. Most of us, however, don't live on that side of the planet.
If you're like me, you want to throw your son or daughter the BEST party on the block, but somehow magically do that with very little money. Good news! With a little time and some creative effort, your kid and his little guests can have a whole lotta fun for not a whole lotta money. | Read More . . .
Top 10 Dogs for Kids
A family pet adds so much richness to a child's daily life. Besides teaching responsibility and kindness, a kid can make a true friend with his pet. I've always been partial to dogs (over cats), so here is a list I've compiled of the top 10 best dogs for kids.
I've tried to include pros and cons of each breed, and as I LOVE to name things, I've even included, for your convenience, suggested names . . . | Read More . . .
Kid Coupons
Check out these great kid's coupons! Reward your kids for hard work, good behavior, excellent grades, or hard-earned achievements. use the coupons to motivate your kids. Or stick them in your kids' bags for little surprises. The uses for these coupons are endless.
Simply download and print the coupons; then cut them apart.
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Printable Potty Training Charts
Potty training charts are great to help your toddler chart his progress. He will feel proud when he goes to the potty a whole week.
Use stickers with this first chart, or simply draw an X or circle in each box. Fill in the blank boxes with what is important in your home (such as turning out the lights, hanging up the towel, etc.) . . . | Read more . . .
Printable Babysitter Notes
Whether your child is two or ten, you will feel organized and at ease when leaving your child with a sitter when you use Babysitter Notes.
Forget about scratching down a couple of things or making those last-minute phone calls from the restaurant. Babysitter notes will remind you of everything you need to tell the sitter--schedules, contact information, even food allergies. | Read more . . .
Printable Belongs-To Tags
Where do I begin with the usefulness of these tags?
With four designs to choose from, the possibilities are endless. To name a few ideas . . . tape it inside your child's books, staple it inside her bookbag, attach it inside her lunchbox, use it for Baby's 1001 belongings that will inevitably disappear.
These free printables can be printed out on business card paper: 1 printable=10 tags! | Read more . . .
Printable Name Card
Ensure your child's safety with this information card.
If your child is still very young, she may not remember her name and contact information in a stressful situation, should she be separated from you. Place this card in her bag or pin it inside her shirt when you go to an amusement park, camping, or other unfamiliar setting. Should she be separated from you, security, police, or other adults will be able to contact you immediately.
This card is also a must for very young children who still do not know their contact information, should they get separated from you. | Read more . . .
Baby
Printable Baby Care Instructions
Your New-Momma stress is gone with these handy-dandy printables!
Economical as they are handy, these 2-for-1 printables will keep you from stressing while Baby is at the sitter's, day care, church nursery, or even Grammy's house.
These free printables help you remember everything you need to tell Baby's caretaker. No more forgetting. No more "just one more reminder" phone calls. Get organized :: Stay organized
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"Going To Grandma's" Printables
Baby, don't fret! Grandma has a special love, and this printable will help her know what Baby needs. So cute, so right for a new Momma to feel cool and calm about leaving Baby.
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