Get Lost! (Really!)
If you’re like my family, a “real vacation” is not in the plans this summer. Gas prices, food prices, and trying to dig out of our debt have pretty much claimed any extra penny we thought we had. But if you’re not able to fly to Florida or drive to South Dakota, that doesn’t mean [...]
Ankeny, Iowa One of 10 Best Towns for Families
In the newest issue of Family Circle magazine Ankeny was named one of the top 10 towns for families. (If, for some reason the link takes you to page one, Ankeny is featured on page 10). Of course those who live in Ankeny already knew that… There is an amazing sports area that little league [...]
Tasty Treats for Less
Have you noticed all the new snacks that line the grocery store aisles? Many of them are designed with your kids in mind- Teddy Grahams Trail Mix, 100 calorie candies and cookies, tasty treats in all shapes and sizes. Unfortunately those treats just don’t fit into my budget. They are overpriced and under-sized. So I [...]
Make Those Workbooks Reuseable
I am in no way a homeschooling mom. I don’t have the patience for teaching and I am thankful for those who do (and amazed at those with the patience and drive to teach their own kids!). But I do my best to expand my kids’ knowledge and help their education along. I buy lots [...]
Hours of Indoor Fun
Is there anyone in Iowa who isn’t completely bogged down and shut in due to all the rain? All the parks are flooded, there are small ponds under the swing sets and the slides end in a splash. Which means a huge dose of cabin fever! Last weekend my girls got a great gift from [...]
