Camping is something that we love to do as a family. We usually start going on the occasional trip in April or May depending on the weather. I love that camping brings us closer together. Some of my favourite moments while camping are around the campfire. Even when we were off living the vanlife, I…
I am completely shocked at how many people viewed, shared, and are participating in the 28 Days of Activities (+Free Printable) that was published a couple of weeks ago. Initially, I made the calendar for my kids and then thought that some of my followers may enjoy it as well. If you missed out then…
When I created the 28 Days of Activities calendar my kids were immediately excited for each day’s activity. To be honest, it also has been helping me stay motivated each day while we are all practicing social distancing. After I printed the calendar for each of them, my youngest daughter saw the animals and wanted…
Have your kids ever received a gift from someone that made your jaw drop because of the WOW factor? Well, one of the sweetest and most thoughtful gifts that our kids have ever received was from their Grandma (my mother-in-law). I remember the day that they came to visit us. Grandma said she had a…
A few days ago I launched the post 28 Days of Activities and it went viral. Thank you to everyone that shared. I am truly humbled by the fact that so many people appreciated this resource. For some people, it is almost day 10 of the 28 Days of Activities for Kids. Day 10 is…
There are no words to describe everything that is going on in the world. I am personally finding strength in the world doing their best to work together. But it is all so crazy. Every time I turn on the news, more people are being infected and something else is closing. Update: There are a…
When the weather starts to warm up and spring is in the air, I also am reminded that my two kids will be having their birthdays. Our family does not give presents during the year but we love giving presents at birthdays. We try to be really thoughtful about the gift so that they will…
My 4 year old daughter is bouncing because she is excited to go to “nature school” again. I am excited for the 2 and half hour Early Explorers program at Winsport and have some time to enjoy some solo time with my 2 year old which rarely happens. The 2 and half hour program allowed…
I am so excited to announce that Get Outside and Play Week is happening for a second year in a row from May 26th -June 3rd. Why do I love Get Outside and Play Week? Because it celebrates play based learning outside and all the events are free!! You can even create your own public…
Every child has a Right to Play. Play is so important in fact that the United Nations has said that it is a basic human right for all children¹. There are many benefits to outdoor play including being essential for brain health and development. The lack of outdoor play amongst children is also becoming noticeable…
