Family Fun

The weather forecaster was right-it snowed! In fact, it snowed so much, school is cancelled and you are home for the day with your kids. Let this unexpected time together be a time to create...

Are you looking for some really good books for your kids. How about a niece or nephew whose birthday is coming up? Barefoot books is a great place to get those books. Here is how to get onto...

Most of us would love to have a family game night but it never happens. Sometimes, it is time restraints or just having the ambition to put it into action.

Everybody loves when it snows because there are so many exciting activities to do. Whether you want to go outside and play or get cozy with a cup of hot cocoa, a snowy day is great pleasure....

There are different ways of having fun during the summer and not spending so much.

Have you ever had the feeling that you have a lot of stuff to do but your time just flies by? Do you sometimes wish that your day was 48 hours? Are you in your 40s or 50s and you still have that...

When did the word “snowbound” replace “snow day” in our vocabulary? If canceling plans due to an unexpected snowfall raises your blood pressure, maybe it’s time to look at the white stuff in a...

Kids love spending time with their entire family. Having a tea party is something everyone can participate in and enjoy together and is a low cost idea for a fun family event.

Summer time, holiday, spring break are all opportunities to load the family into the car and head over the river and through the woods. Traveling together as a family is a great time to build...

Children are rather easy to scare because most of them are gullible. The main goal of scaring someone is achieving the ultimate scare---meaning that the people being scared scream and run away,...

Yeah... your right! I wanted to show off! Seriously though, when you go through life you find that often the little things mean the most. Seeing a beautiful sunset, smelling a rose, walking on a...

You don't have to have a lot of money to do fun things as a family. There are plenty of things you can do for little or no cost that will be fun, educational, and enriching.

Is there a special family you'd like to give a Gift Basket or gifts to this year? OR maybe you are on a tight budget and want to give a basket of gifts to your own family. Here is a list of ideas...

You can make an over-sized paint pen for a young child using a roll-on deodorant container. Young children often want to use the same utensils they see adults and older siblings use, but their...

Watching movies or films at home is a favorite American pastime. Many Americans are opting to stay in and watch new movies at home and avoid the rising costs of movie tickets and popcorn. Being...

Sandboxes are popular features of many backyard swing sets and public playgrounds, in part because they are easy to install and maintain, and they can provide hours of imaginative play for kids...

With the state of the economy, we all have less extra money to spend on family entertainment. Below are some great ways to make memories with the children in your life without spending money.

Kids have so many special days and accomplishments. It is a wonderful tradition to celebrate those. Your child will look forward to these events and they will serve as wonderful memories.

What to do with all the old broken crayons? I have a few ideas to share with you. Consider these before tossing.

Feng shui is an ancient art that was practiced in China. It largely deals with the flow of energy around the house and the body of a person. A correct flow of positive energy will ensure that...

When the temperature drops and many people just want to stay inside with a hot drink, you can enjoy the snowy outdoors by creating your own uniquely painted snowman. Painting a snowman is a fun...

Riding in a car to grandma's house? Lots of us will make the mecca to see family and friends for the holidays. Here's a few trips for those of you who will be traveling by car and need to plan ahead.

Reading is one of the most important skills your child will ever learn. Encouraging and fostering this skill is essential for the development and success of your child.

Family fitness needs to be a priority for the family to be healthy. The problem is that most people see fitness as something they dread. The good news is that it doesn't need to be this way....

Although the cardboard boxes that contain appliances, electronics and mail deliveries may seem like useless wastes of space to adults, they can provide an endless source of entertainment for...

Taking a child on a long car trip can be an interesting experience. You often wonder how they will act during this time. There are things you can do to make a long car trip easier for everyone....

You will have an enjoyable family experience and make your young one proud of their very own decorated turkey.

We as parents often dread those trip’s that require more than an hour or two in the car with our often rambunctious, active children. Kids tend to have a hard time being trapped up in such a...

Columbus day is a wonderful day to honor what Christopher Columbus has achieved. For his willing less to travel abroad has lead to the finding of the Americas. With the yellow colored leaves...

Enjoying yourself while out and about doesn’t have to cost a lot. In fact, read on to have a great outing that is cost-free!

Going to the beach for the day is the ideal family getaway. Kids can dig in the sand, bury each other and play in the water. Bay beaches are good for little kids, so they don't get knocked down by...

One of the best fall activities you can do with children or your family is to visit a pumpkin patch. But this can be a pricey affair if you do not watch out for some things. Below is a list of...

Apples are one of the most popular fruits with both children and adults. Apples aren't just one of those healthy foods your family wants you to eat. There are many fun facts to be learned about...

It’s almost the end of October, but it isn’t too late to celebrate fall. Below, are a few activities you can do with your family to celebrate fall. Best of all, they won’t entail financial...

There is lots of ways to spend and evening with a friend...I will give you some examples of things to do in Pigeon Forge,Tenn with a friend or family member.

Gift baskets are a way to present someone special with several items in a pretty package, usually centered on some kind of a theme. A gift basket is the perfect gesture for several occasions, and...

Winter is nearing and as the days get colder, the activities to keep our little ones entertained begin to lessen. I have compiled a list of indoor activities to keep those active toddlers moving,...

Want to come up with a creative and unusual gift? Customize playing cards for gifts this Christmas!

There are many fun fall activities for the family to enjoy together, such as going to the pumpkin patch or the apple orchard. Early fall is a good time to get out and enjoy these activities,...

If you like to get creative and silly on Halloween there is a fun family activity that you and your children can play, that will be perfect for Halloween. This activity is called "pass the...

Want your grandchildren to treasure the Fall of the year?

Winter is a beautiful season that almost everyone can appreciate. There are some cons to winter, but if you look past the bad driving conditions and higher heating bill, you will find that there...

While I was sitting at the dining room table enjoying one of life’s most valued treasures - a cup of freshly brewed coffee, my normally energetic six years old, looking a little tired of...

A teen recreation room can be a great addition to your home for a few reasons. First, it will give your teens a relaxing environment to enjoy themselves in when they are home. It can also be a...

Often times, during a deployment situation, the spouse who stays behind can be somewhat forgotten. Though not at all intentional, usually the first question asked by friends or family is centered...

Today there are millions of children throughout the United States giving their time and expertise to service learning projects and your child can be one of them. Many students do so through their...

One of the most expected days of the year for our kids is Halloween. The day is fast approaching and it is never enough what you can do to ensure your child's safety. The day is a little bit...

Winter is a wonderful thing for a four- or five-year-old. It's full of opportunities to play outside in the snow, take a family trip to the ski resort, go ice skating at the local park, or simply...

Having fun is still possible even without a lot of money. Here's some great ideas of how to do just that with little or no money at all.