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Scout Out Local Parks, State Parks, and National Parks
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Have you been to the local parks in your area? If not, you don’t know what you may be missing out on. There are hidden gems in any state and just about any area of the country. Make it a point this summer to explore as many of them as possible. It’s a fun and inexpensive way to enjoy the summer, get out there, and explore nature.…
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Hot Days and Water Fun in the Backyard
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. No matter where you live, chances are that you’ll encounter some hot days this summer. Sure, you could stay inside and stay cool in the air conditioning, but where’s the fun in that? Instead, get on your bathing suit, put on some sunscreen, and head outside for some water fun. Bring Out the Kiddie Pool You can make this as simple or complicated as you’d like. If…
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Visit Your Local Library For More Than Just Books
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Have you been to your local library lately? Not only is it a great source of books, perfect for summer reading, but libraries also have so much more to offer these days… and they do a great job making your job easier during summer break. You know it’s important to encourage your kids to read as much as possible during the summer. It’s one of the best…
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5 Fun Ideas for Staycations
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Taking a vacation during the summer is nice, but it’s also a costly proposition. When that isn’t in your budget, have some fun at home with a “staycation”. The idea is to play local tourist and do some fun activities in the area or city you live in. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by how much fun it can be and how much your area has to offer.…
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Start Your Summer with a Family Meeting
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. In early June, summer break seems like such a long stretch of time, full of possibilities. You have big plans and so do your spouse and kids. But without a little actual planning and coordination, it’s easy to let the summer pass you by. Yes, it’s nice to have some time to relax, sleep in, and not do a whole lot of anything. But between limited days…
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31 Spooky Treats for Halloween
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Planning your Halloween treats for your upcoming party, trunk-or-treat, or other Halloween festivities? Here is a round-up of 31 spooky Halloween treat recipes from fabulous bloggers around the Internet. Enjoy!