We have officially been bit by the cruising bug in our house. After some AMAZING experiences aboard the Carnival Magic last summer What kids love about a cruise on Carnival Magic, Best Family Excursion in Costa Maya, and Western Carribbean Cruisel)and with Princess Cruises (5 things first time cruisers should know, Double Chocolate Tiramisu Recipe, and [...]
Happy Summer! It's berry good to be done with school and softball and spring soccer...and we have a whole week off of gymnastics! We've been trying to have some down time and relax for a bit- although with a kid doing ninja warrior camp this week, I can't say it's full on relax mode. Enjoy [...]
Taking your kids out to eat can be a daunting task if you're not prepared. Finding restaurants with kid-friendly eats, entertainment, and affordable prices can be difficult. We've put together a list of the best restaurants for kids in Connecticut for you and your family to try and enjoy! Want more Connecticut fun? Check out Free [...]
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By now, most of you know that both of our girls compete in gymnastics. It's a year-round commitment, and it's not the cheapest sport in the world to participate in. Plus, our son plays in a premier soccer league, which runs 9-10 months. We just paid for the 2017-18 season on Wednesday. Kids are expensive- [...]
It's summer. Well, not quite, but close enough. Let's fire up the grill and eat some yummy summer foods, already! We pretty much live on our deck already, so grilling is kind of a no brainer in summer. Plus it keeps the heat outside and not in the kitchen making the house hotter than it [...]
Camping is a great family activity, especially when the weather warms up in the Spring and Summer. It’s nice to get outside and have some activities that the family can do together. But there are many things to consider when planning a camping trip. First, how much do you want to ‘rough it?’ Campgrounds [...]
Three more days of school after today. Three. I can do it. We're in the home stretch. It's just that there's SO MANY THINGS TO DO and what I want to do is hang out and eat good food with friends and family. I'm so done with all of the school things- and I [...]
There are so many things to do in Connecticut with your family. It's easy to start going over-budget if you're not careful, however. Check out these fantastic free or cheap activities for kids in Connecticut. Whether you're a native or just visiting, you're sure to find something you'll enjoy. Pomfret Center This activity isn't just [...]
Summer tends to bring friends together for more gatherings. We have parties on the patio, backyard bonfires, camping with friends, or beach days. Usually the kids play and have a great time entertaining each other while the grown ups get a chance to relax, occasionally with an adult beverage! A glass of wine or a [...]
