Monthly Archives: February 2015

The Smoothie Formula

by April

It’s a stretch to call this a recipe but it’s a formula I’ve stumbled upon that is worth sharing. The Half Cup Smoothie is a quick and easy breakfast or snack that even the kids can prepare (if you trust them with the blender!).  It has everything I look for when adding something new to the household menu; it’s easy and quick to prepare, uses pantry and fridge staples I always have on hand, and needs minimal utensils so clean up is fast. And most of all it tastes great.  All you need is a blender, a few ingredients, and a half cup.

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Enjoy the journey – more activities for the kids

Whether you are traveling by plane or by car, it always pays to prepare for down time when traveling with kids.  We all know apps and video games can be handy entertainment in these situations, but if you are looking for some alternatives, here are some fun ideas to keep the kids (and you!) entertained during a drive or a long layover.

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Why Disney?

MJ (age 2) admiring Princess Aurora

MJ (age 2) admiring Princess Aurora

Disclaimer: I do not work for Disney and am not affiliated with the company in any way.  I write from a Disney fan’s perspective.  Visit disney.com for official information.

Why Disney?

by Sunny
I’m not going to lie to you. I’m 32 years old, and even if I didn’t have a 5-year-old, princess -obsessed daughter, I would still plan yearly trips to a Disney Park. I love it. I’ve always loved it. Since my first visit at the age of 11, I have had a passion for the Parks. And I’m not alone. I am in the company of millions of other Disney pilgrims who make the trek to California or Florida each year to experience the magic.
So what’s the big deal? For those who have never been, it’s hard to explain. Why do millions of visitors make it one of the most popular vacation destinations in the US each year? Here are five of my favorite reasons I am a repeat visitor of Disney World. Continue reading →

Spain for one week: Itinerary #1

by Wendy
Lots of us have limited vacation days at our jobs, or restrictions on how many days we can take off at one time. I’ve heard friends say it’s not worth it to go to Europe for one week. I strongly disagree! There are many wonderful itineraries you can put together for a one week trip (really 9 days, if you count both weekends).

In a series of upcoming posts, I’m going to write about three different and equally awesome week-long vacations my husband and I took in Spain. We spent a lot of time researching and considering different routes and destinations, so I wanted to share a summary of our results with you. Continue reading →

Enjoy the Journey

Enjoy the Journey

by Sunny
Growing up, I looked forward to our yearly caravan to the Florida panhandle. A 10-12 hour drive was made a family affair during which siblings and cousins would take turns riding in various family members’ vehicles to stay comfortable, happy, and entertained during the annual event.

Now as an adult with a husband and 5-year-old, the 10-12 hour car rides have been replaced by shorter flights to a variety of destinations. We often fly stand-by (made possible by my husband’s job) so our wait time for flights varies. It is not unusual for us to get to the airport first thing in the morning and not depart until the afternoon…or even the next day. Sometimes our journey consists of crisscrossing the country in order to find empty seats to our final destination. So our family lives and breathes by the motto: getting there is half the fun! Here are a few ways that we enjoy the journey as much as the destination.

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