If you are looking for a great place to get in tune with nature and do some moderate hiking, head on over to the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. It has 155 acres of nature and wildlife, all apart of Memorial Park. There are eight different trails to choose from, completely free of charge to […]
Archive | January, 2014
Cleaning Marker and Crayon Off the Walls
It’s always fun as parents to see our children’s creative side. When they bring artwork home from school, we hang it on the fridge and cherish it forever! However, sometimes our little artist’s talent finds its way onto undesirable surfaces, such as the painted walls of our homes. If your child’s medium of choice is […]
Make Everyday Earth Day
Every year on April 22nd, Earth Day is celebrated in efforts to protect our environment. But it doesn’t have to be Earth Day to do something wonderful for our planet! Here are some activities you and your little ones can easily make into habits! 1. Recycle One of the most important things that you can practice […]
Keeping a Positive Attitude: Make Every Day Amazing!
We all have days that don’t seem to be as great as we’d like. But it doesn’t have to be that way! At the end of every day, if we take the time to reflect on everything we’ve accomplished, we’re sure to find the positives. There is always something good in every day, we’ve simply […]
Lyrics, Lights and Laughter!
It’s good for a mom to go out with her girlfriends for some grown-up time of her own every now and then. The options may seem endless, but here’s an easy idea your girlfriends will love; karaoke! You can sing songs from back in your college days, or your most recent favorite tracks! While it […]
Liquid Sidewalk Chalk
Parents love when their children express themselves creatively, but aren’t always crazy about the mess that may come with it. But, by using liquid sidewalk chalk, the kids can show off their artistic side without you having to worry about the clean up! This simple recipe consists of common kitchen supplies, and is a crafty, […]
The Health Museum in Houston
There is no better way to spend the day than being educated while simultaneously having fun! At the Health Museum, you and your family can do just that! With three permanent exhibits, and varying seasonal exhibits, there is always something new and exicting to check out! The permanent “Amazing Body Pavilion” exhibit allows you to […]
Morning Motivation and How to Cultivate it!
Make sure you always get a full night of rest, even if that means going to bed early! You don’t want to cut yourself short; you’ll definitely feel it later! Make sure to avoid caffeine before bed as well, and create a sleep schedule that you stick to each day. Morning time can be hectic, but […]
Healthy, Crunchy Trail Mix
Even if your destination is only an hour’s drive away, carrying some snacks along with you can help combat kiddo crankiness, and fill them up until the next meal. Your kids will love this trail mix for its taste, and you’ll love how easy and nutritious it is! Here is a list of things you […]