Sunday, September 29, 2019

October is National Children's Health Month


October is National Children's Health Month, and in our family that is important because we have a lot of littles running around. Keeping them healthy and safe is always paramount, so I am glad there is a month set aside each year to remind us that awareness should always be in the forefront of our minds when it comes to protecting our children.

Newverest Trek Scratcher Maps: Display Where You've Traveled

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I have a thing for travel, and I have a thing for maps (and globes too!) so being able to combine the two, in a fun scratch-off map seemed like a great idea to me. I knew my son would enjoy scratching the places we'd been (some of you may remember he had a fill-in map last year when we took our road trip south to north and back again). He still has it, and intends to bring it along on our next road trip, but now we also have this large, full-sized map from Newverest to hang on a wall in our home. It reminds us daily of how wonderful it is to plan and take an adventure, and we look forward to seeing it change colors as we are able to visit more and more places. I was sent two of these maps. One is for the USA; that is the one we are keeping (choose either a light or dark background). 

Saturday, September 28, 2019

TV Store Online Halloween Costume Giveaway

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When it comes to a Halloween costume, people definitely have preferences. Some like to go all out, some like to be cute, others like to have matching outfits with their friends or partners, and others still, just want a minor tweak, like a pair of Super Hero Socks, or a character hoodie to help them celebrate the holiday. TV Store Online caters to all of the above, with costumes and costume items available that will appeal to the masses. 

Personalize Your Pillow for a Good Night's Sleep

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So, he's super comfortable catching some zzz's here, in no small part because he is sleeping on his new contour pillow from Dollop. I think he's all balled up like that because he fell asleep on top of his covers, instead of under them and he has a fan facing him and turned on full blast (even though the a/c is running). He does that often. Sometimes I cover him up, to no avail. He likes what he likes, and so be it. One thing he doesn't like is a pillow that doesn't feel nice to him. If it's too fluffy, too flat, not flat enough, etc., he's not a happy camper. 

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Playmobil Take Along Sets and Carrying Cases are Perfect to Entertain on the Go!

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Trips in the car (or even on a train, bus or plane) are far more fun for kids if they have something to occupy their time that is engaging and fun. Everyone knows when the kiddos who are traveling are happy, everyone is happy. Enter Playmobil. They make these great toy options to bring along, for when children start to complain about being bored (and if the trip is any length of time, they will say they're bored). The best thing about these items is they have handles that also lock them into place, so they are super easy to take on the go. This Take Along Western City is new to the Playmobil lineup, and I have to say it's pretty darntootin-great!

Sunday, September 8, 2019

Lion Country Safari is Florida's Only Drive Through Reserve

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This week, every precaution has been taken to ensure the animals at Lion Country Safari are safe. The week we went, however, there wasn't a storm cloud in sight, at least not at first. :) A 600-acre piece of land in Loxahatchee, which is located just outside of West Palm Beach, Florida, this property is unique because a large portion of it is drive-through. That's right, you drive at your own slow speed, through the property, stopping to look at whatever animals tickle your fancy. There is plenty of space for the other cars to go around, so you never feel rushed. I took my youngest son and my oldest granddaughter. We had a wonderful time!

Thursday, September 5, 2019

Back to School with Brooklyn Cloth

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It's time for back-to-school and for us that means updating the wardrobe with items from Brooklyn Cloth. This is a company who makes comfortable clothes that are also trendy (things the boy likes!) and affordable (raising my hand high, that's something that makes me super happy). I also like that they last a long time. When you have a growing middle-schooler, finding clothes that grow a bit with him, matters a lot.

Wednesday, September 4, 2019

Legoland Hurricane Relief This Weekend Only!


Following a tough week of preparing, waiting, and watching, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort is offering a highly discounted 25 dollar single-day theme park ticket available this weekend only. That is a really big discount. Ten dollars of each discounted ticket sold this weekend will be donated to the American Red Cross in support of the relief and recovery efforts of those directly impacted by Hurricane Dorian.   
In addition, LEGOLAND Florida Resort will also serve as a collection point for guests wanting to donate items including nonperishable goods, water, toiletries, baby products, radios, batteries, candles and bedding to those in The Bahamas who were impacted by Hurricane Dorian.
             
WHEN: Saturday, September 7 and Sunday, September 8; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 

Learn more at www.legoland.com/relief/.

A big thank you to Legoland for finding a fast way to donate.
If everyone does something, we can surely help.

Sunday, September 1, 2019

Bible Force First Heroes Devotional Giveaway

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The graphic novels are so popular with kids, that I am always happy when I see one for the Bible. This one by BibleForce comes in the form of a daily devotional that is full of heroes and words of inspiration.