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05 Mar 2021

St. Patrick’s Day Desserts! It is easy being green.

If you’re not ready to color tonight’s dinner green, save the emerald edibles for dessert! Here are a few ideas for some lucky post-mealtime treats....

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05 Mar 2021

Rainbow Cake in a jar. Clever little leprechauns.

Here’s a fun, decorative treat for your little leprechauns this St. Patrick’s Day. Give them away to friends or keep them yourselves! Rainbow Cake in...

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05 Mar 2021

5 Leprechaun pranks your kids haven’t seen before!

Have you been-there-done-that with most of the leprechaun tricks out there. Here’s five that you probably haven’t seen before! #1 Rainbow Windshield Have you ever...

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05 Mar 2021

Festive edibles! St. Patrick’s Day snacks and treats your kids will love.

St. Patrick’s Day is coming so it’s time to get your fill of green food. Go ahead, everybody’s doing it. Leprechaun Bait This is the...

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30 Dec 2020

6 Silly and Safe Ways to “Say See You Later 2020! Let’s Ring in 2021!”

If staring at the same beautiful faces is becoming a bit predictable and you’re wondering how to make New Year’s Eve fun…we’ve got you covered....

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30 Dec 2020

Lace up! Maine Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks Directory!

Nothing says winter like ice skating outdoors….ah the childhood memories. So fun! Maine is pretty lucky to have quite a few. FYI: Only outdoor rinks,...

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30 Dec 2020

Lunchbox Idea: Pinwheel Sandwiches

Roll meat and cheese slices in a tortilla and slice into pinwheels. Skewer them with a stick to hold together. Pretty! And they taste good,...

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30 Dec 2020

10 ways to improve your mood and ‘tude. Peace is closer than you think.

Life, kids, relationships, groceries, bills, cleaning, carpools, homework, regular work—it can all get pretty overwhelming! Often times we don’t feel like it’s possible to give...

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29 Dec 2020

Helping around the house! Chore Ideas for kids of all ages.

My kids have recently asked for a chore chart! I’m a mixture of “heck yes!” and “I can’t put another thing on my plate.” That...

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29 Dec 2020

Chow time! “Cowboy Night” makes for super fun family dinners.

Like a lot of mothers, I’ve always struggled with getting my kids to eat AND not wanting to run away and change my name make...

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23 Dec 2020

Stuck inside? 4 DIY Kids’ Activities = Indoor Winter Fun!

Does the winter weather have you stranded at home? Does the cold have you stuck inside? Here are some fun activities to have in your...

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26 Oct 2020

Explaining the Democratic process– three great Election books for kids!

Election Day is upon us! Depending on your child’s age, they may have heard things from their classmates about the people vying for presidency. Whether...

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25 Oct 2020

Mix-it-up with these super easy “dump-and-run” Halloween Treats!

#1 Harvest Hash Chex Mix Treats This looks easy, fun and a great way to sneak in a few whole grains and nuts? Kids are...

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25 Oct 2020

Stuffed Apples

Scoop out the core from an apple; stuff with peanut butter, cream cheese, or other spread. Top with raisins, granola or chocolate chips. Ready to eat...

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24 Oct 2020

Five awesome Halloween family traditions. It’s just like being a kid again.

I love traditions, especially in the fall. Like when the kids have a “Let’s put ourselves to bed” night, or my favorite “Let’s let mom...

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21 Oct 2020

Five spoooooky Halloween treats. Eat them if you dare!

It’s Halloween season already and you know what that means. Time to scour Pinterest and try making really adorable snacks that, when executed, look absolutely...

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01 Oct 2020

Serve up seasonal fright and delight with these snacks. So easy, it’s spooky!

Looking to strike a balance of humor and gore in your family friendly Halloween efforts? Look no further. This is high impact, low effort, with...

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01 Oct 2020

2020 Corn Maze Directory! We’ll tell you where to go, but you gotta find your way out.

Fall activities are already in full swing! Check out this list of local(ish) corn mazes where you’ll never have so much fun getting lost! Be...

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30 Sep 2020

Pumpkin, caramel, hazelnut, oh my! Make your own flavored coffee creamers!

Want to enjoy one of those delicious coffee shop concoctions while knowing exactly what’s going in your coffee? Check out these DIY flavored coffee creamers...

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30 Sep 2020

Caramel Apple Cider Crock Pot Recipe. Yah, that just happened.

Just like they make at Starbucks, only you’re saving yourself $3.50. Score. Ingredients Serves 4 4 cups apple cider 3 tablespoons caramel syrup (the ice...

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20 Sep 2020

Apple picking isn’t just about apples. Tricks to make the experience last.

Apple picking season is here! Time to crack open your wallet and dump it out all over the farm counter. Ok, I’m a little jaded...

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25 Jun 2020

6 DIY Life Hacks perfect for summer. So cool!

Now is a great time of year for short cuts and these six DIY life hacks are perfectly suited to summer! DIY Mosquito Yard Spray...

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25 Jun 2020

One Pot Clambake. It’s summertime without the mess!

Ready for a summer clambake without having to “bake” at all? Get ready for this seasonal favorite and all you need is a big ‘ol...

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25 Jun 2020

Stress-Free Camping with these awesome prep tips!

Remember camping as a kid? What was the best part? Swimming? S’mores? Flashlights and sleeping bags? Kids love the simplicity—it’s the parents that make it...

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25 Jun 2020

It’s berry pickin’ time! Find a local PYO Farms near you.

It’s that time of year again when local farms are opening up for pick-your-own strawberries and other fruits ripening throughout the summer. The season for...

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25 Jun 2020

Homemade activities we thought were a pain. Turns out they’re pretty simple.

I’ve always read about these at-home recipes for making soap or lollipops and thought, “How fun, but when do I ever have (insert obscure ingredient...

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19 Jun 2020

Fresh Summer Recipe: Gnocchi, Sweet Corn & Arugula in Cream Sauce

Looking for something delicious to make with all that fresh summer corn? This looks ah-mazing. And not too bad on the waistline either. Ingredients 2...