Labor Day first began in 1887 to honor the American worker, who helped the country flourish both socially and economically. But during the second World War, able bodied men traded their work boots for military ones, and women began to roll up their sleeves to support their troops from home, creating a new American workforce. While […]
Do you find yourself rushing out the door to drop your kids off and trying to beat morning traffic? If breakfast is an afterthought in all the morning chaos, smoothies are a simple alternative. This grapefruit breakfast smoothie recipe will supercharge everyone’s morning and it’s quick to get together. Ingredients: Grapefruit Banana 1 cup strawberries […]
If you haven’t been to the Houston Penetrable exhibit at MFAH by Jesus Rafael Soto, this one of a kind art experience not to be missed (and hurry, it ends Monday, September 1st!). And best of all, this interactive installation is the perfect way to get your kids excited about the arts! It has taken […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WR8t2z1RApo Yesterday afternoon I was challenged by HMB guest author and Big Kid Small City blogger Jill Jarvis to participate in the popular ALS Ice Bucket Challenge! And while no one particularly likes cold water being dumped on their head, the internet has been awash with eager participants ready to get doused for this incredible cause, and I […]
http://youtu.be/s56-Ta35JRk When I saw this on The San Francisco Globe and couldn’t stop giggling! These creative parents found a way to get their kids excited about another school year, and thank all the wonderful teachers who are back to educating those little growing minds! We hope everyone is having a fantastic time heading back to school! […]
The Houston Museum District has so much to explore that it could really keep you busy, and since it’s just a small part of our city, let’s name 5 things we must do! 1. See it all on Free Admission Thursdays! Some Houston museums are free every day, but all are open for free on Thursdays. […]
Whether it’s raining cats and dogs, or it’s just too hot to think about playing outside, this all in one craft and snack will help your kiddos pass the time! Edible pudding paint is a breeze to make, and with just a few ingredients your family will be creating pieces of art in no time. […]
If you’re looking for a way to spruce up your walls without paint, I found something amazing recently. Using simple, cheap supplies you can make a beautiful tree mural for that boring wall in your living room, kid’s room, wherever! Originally made by artist Kathryn Anderson of KAndeArt, the string trees she created were all […]
Thank you to everyone who joined us for last Houston Mother’s Blog and Big Kid Small City Meet Up of the summer! We’re glad so many wonderful families came out to bid our summer Meet Up farwell. We hope you had an amazing time at Gallery Furniture today! We know we did. Keep an eye out […]
If you’re looking to save money on some of those big ticket necessities at the grocery store look no further! It’s no secret that many people are finding DIY ways to save money around the house, and one of the newest ways families are saving is by making their own laundry detergent and dishwashing soap. […]
