Regular readers know by now that I live in the "Sunshine State". We are known for our hot weather and sunshine! However, planning an outdoor summer party at this time of year can be a bit challenging. You see, summer is also smack dab in the middle of hurricane season and we also get a large amount of thunderstorms! That being said, when I was given the opportunity to host a 101 Days of Summer Play party for Banana Boat®, I still jumped at the opportunity to get the kids out in the sun for some fun with friends! What I did not anticipate was the fickle weather situation we have had over the past few weeks! I had to reschedule my party several times! LOL! However, once we finally outwitted the weather and found a few hour window of fabulous skies and rain-free weather, we dove in! Banana Boat® Sunscreen Natural Reflect Lotion is challenging parents across the country to take its 101 Days of Summer Play pledge. By taking the pledge on the Banana Boat® brand Facebook page, parents make a … [Read more...]
Mom’s Handbook for Boredom
Finally! It’s January 3, 2012. Do you know what that means?... Yes, it’s back.to.school! Yeah! The Christmas break is OVer and time to return to the routine of school days! Can all you moms (and dads) out there say “YIPEEEE!” So, let me ask you a question: Did you hear your children complain while home from school, “Mom! I’m Bored!”? Oh no. This never comes up at our house. Only, maybe eighty times a day! “MOM! I’M BORED!” Within the first thirty minutes after breakfast, someone complains of nothing to do! After opening countless toys for Christmas, another whines of boredom. Seriously? Well, back in my day, we had plenty to keep us busy without all this new technical stuff like laptops, DS’s, Xbox’s, IPods, Wii… you name it! I just can’t figure it out! How can they possibly be bored? So, here I am. The kids are on their way back to school as we speak (or write), and guess what? This mom is bored! Hummm… let’s see. What to do today? What.to.do?! Well, … [Read more...]
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