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Knott’s Berry Farm Offers Fun for the Whole Family!
If you grew up in Southern California, you have probably visited Knott’s Berry Farm! As a kid, I loved going to the park and eating their yummy funnel cakes and getting soaked on the log ride. After coming back to Southern California from living and working in Japan after college, seriously one of the first things I wanted to do was go to Knott’s and eat a funnel cake! And who can forget my high school graduation party at Knott’s? If you went to a southern California high school – you probably went to Knott’s the week of graduation and had a blast with your classmates. Now, as a mom…
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Our Rocky Mountain Family Adventure: Part II
Looking to send a postcard with a spectacular mountain range, a glacier, or wild animals on it? Then the town of Jasper, located in the heart of Canada’s Rocky Mountains, is the destination for you. Last summer we flew into Calgary and stuffed as much luggage as is humanly possible into a rental car. We strapped three children in the back seat (aged 14, 10, and 8) and headed northwest—256 miles to be exact. The drive along the way was an adventure in itself. Our first stop was in Banff. Our second stop en route to the town of Jasper was the Columbia Icefield. Located in Jasper National Park (one…
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3 Ways To Entertain Your Kids This Weekend
Much of the country is cold and covered with snow right now, but here in Southern California, we’re blessed with plenty of sunshine. Thanks to beautiful weather and a location that provides endless possibilities, there are oceans of adventures to embark on. Wherever you are, here are a few ways you can entertain your kids this weekend. Take the train – Or the Metro. Los Angeles has a growing number of Metro Rail trains that transport riders around the city and surrounding areas. Take the Metro Red or Purple rail lines to the Pershing Square Station and walk to the Angels Flight Railway at 351 South Hill Street.…
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Play :: Show Your Disney Side!
“I received free products in order to host the Disney Side @Home Celebration. The opinions expressed here are my own.” There is just something about walking through the gates at Disneyland that makes me feel like I am 7 years old again! I am usually rushing through the entrance as I can’t wait to ride the roller coasters – Space Mountain is one of our favorites, and take a ride through Pirates of the Carribean for the 100th time. It has been so wonderful sharing Disneyland with my daughter and we have had season passes since she was old enough to walk. Last year my husband…
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Family Time :: Enjoying the 2014 Olympics Together
The Sochi 2014 Winter Olympic Games started this past week and Netflix put together a list of fun things to do while watching the games together. From making your own medals to baking some yummy (and nutritious) cupcakes – enjoy watching Team USA go for gold and teach your children about inspiration, teamwork and competition. Netflix has put together a list of 15 movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix that help encourage conversations about inspiration and teamwork. And for moms, dads and older teens, be sure to watch The Fabulous Ice Age, a new documentary available only on Netflix that tells the never-before-told history of everyone’s favorite Olympic event, figure…
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Top 5 Child Booster Seats
Image courtesy of Sugar Pop Reviews Whilst car booster seats are actually getting safer every year, a recent survey revealed that some, in fact, a large portion on the market are still not safe enough… to their standards anyway. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reviewed the 72 common booster seats available in the big stores on the high street and online. The institute has been reviewing child booster seats for 3 years now. Anne McCartt, vice president of the company stated that the booster seats are improving year on year, and this year is great for parents because of the vast amount of choice. Out of…