Shanna on June 2nd, 2009

When you are going camping, especially in a remote area, you want to be sure you don’t forget anything. I’ve compiled a list that I hope will be useful for everyone. If there is an item you don’t need or wouldn’t normally bring, just cross it off. I have tried to categorize the items on [...]

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Shanna on May 28th, 2009

It’s time for camping fever!  The weather is great and the kids are out of school.  If camping is on the agenda, then camping safety is a priority.  Here are some camping safety tips that I have put together. Plan to get to your campsite when it is light. When picking a site, check around [...]

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Shanna on May 20th, 2009

In the summer when it is hot and your kids are bored, water is always a fun and cooling activity. What if you could entice your kids to “play in the water” doing activities that actually help you? Here are 6 activities that you can benefit from and the kids are having fun doing them: 1.   Wash [...]

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Shanna on May 10th, 2009

In conjunction with the Kids Summer Planner, I have put together a list free things to do in the summer with your kids.  You can fill your summer with fun activities without breaking the bank. Here are the free things to do with your kids in the summer: Local library activities Free park concerts City [...]

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Shanna on May 8th, 2009

Are you ready for summer?  Have you made any plans to keep your children productive and occupied for the summer? School is almost out and I want to share what I have created.  This is a summer planner that works on a system of earning tickets.  It helps you structure the summer through chores and [...]

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Shanna on August 25th, 2008

Tonight will be my daughters first concert experience.  We are seeing Cheryl Crow and James Blunt.  My daughter is very excited and I know we will have a great time.  We have been discussing it for a week. I realize there is an important step I must take and that is to be sure my [...]

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