Teaching kids Table Manners in time for the Holidays. Yes, please and thanks!
This morning I witnessed one of my children (not saying who, but she’s the only daughter I have) wipe her hands free of cream cheese... Read More
Holiday Gift Idea: Canvas paintings from the kids!
Inexpensive and homemade- what makes a better gift than that? Kids loooove painting, and are usually only inhibited by us moms who aren’t excited about... Read More
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... Read More
Need ski/snowboard equipment? Check out the Ski Swaps in Greater Portland this month!
Get your “new to you” gear for you and your family at a fraction of the price. Winter fun here we come! Saturday, November 3,... Read More
6 Strategies for Kids’ Halloween Candy Consumption. No arguing required.
You know what job is really the pits? The Candy Police. You know what’s worse? The emotional roller coaster of a kid high on Fun... Read More
Historical Halloween fun at the Ghosts of Freeport’s Past Cemetary Tours this Thu/Fri/Sat!
Looking for something fun and educational to do to celebrate Halloween? Try a Ghosts of Freeport tour! “Ghost Tours” are led by the interred of... Read More
Mix it up! Six new recipes for Roasted Pumpkin Seeds!
I really love roasted pumpkin seeds but after decades of eating them with oil and salt, I’m looking to mix things up a bit. Check... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
Spooktacular! Get tons of Booooooty at Any of These FREE Special Trick or Treat Events in the Greater Portland Area!
Wondering where to bring your costume clad kiddo out and about on Halloween? Below you will find info and general guidelines. Happy Halloween! Side Note:... Read More
2018 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... Read More
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... Read More
All aboard! Pumpkin Train at the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad last two weekends in October!
Autumn is a beautiful time of year on the coast of Maine! Enjoy the beauty of the season with a visit to the museum and... Read More
7 Awesome no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas! No knives required!
My kids love getting pumpkins- it means the countdown is on to Halloween! The only problem is that they want to get the pumpkins the... Read More
Pumpkin Hayrides at Wolfe’s Neck Center Saturday and Sunday.
Come on out to the Farm for a family outing to remember. Set on the shores of Casco Bay, Wolfe’s Neck Center is a 626... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
“Homemade” Chicken Soup: From the pot to your mouth in 15 minutes.
I love homemade chicken soup, but the thought of making “homemade” chicken broth sends me running for the hills. This soup is an adaptation of... Read More
DIY Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte. Made at home for 40¢ a cup!
From the minute the first leaf turns orange, people start going bonkers with the impending arrival of Pumpkin Spice (well, everything). Starbucks has managed to... Read More
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... Read More
Bike, walk or ride in a traffic-free zone, “Sundays on the Boulevard” for 1 more week!
Starting Sunday, May 7 and continuing right up through Sunday, September 23, 2018 a big stretch of Baxter Boulevard in Portland will be closed to... Read More
6 Ways to simplify the Morning Routine *and* be on time. No kidding.
Truth be told, I like to be on time. I’m often not, but I still like to try. It’s amazing how much more difficult it... Read More
Babysitters 101: Finding, paying and prepping your kids for the babysitter!
School routines are coming into view and so is….date night, maybe?! Or finding time for one sibling while you take the other one out for... Read More
The 6 Best Tips for stress-free Back To School Shopping!
Truth? I haven’t even thought about back-to-school shopping yet. And I’m not going to either anytime soon because I’m not willing to admit summer is... Read More
Don’t miss a single thing! 35 Summer Bucket List ideas for family fun in Greater Portland!
It never fails. Every August 20th or so I start crying in my soup about all the stuff I *wanted* to do during the summer... Read More
Get outdoors! Daily ‘Family Canoe Tours’ at Scarborough Marsh all summer long!
Discover the wildlife and plants of Scarborough Marsh as you paddle the Dunstan River. Gliding through the marsh, you will be exposed to its many... Read More
‘Camp Creativity’ crafting workshops every M/W/F at Michael’s! Only $5
Join Michael’s on their new summer crafting journey, ‘Camp Creativity’. Your child will create new crafts each session and they won’t want to miss Slime... Read More
Check out this DIY Teacher Gift, so cute!
Whether it be Teacher Appreciation Week or end-of-school gifts, teachers deserve to know we care! Here’s a great, useful and delicious gift any teacher would... Read More
7 Awesome Father’s Day gift ideas for the guy who has everything.
Father’s Day gifts, aaaaargh. Aren’t guys just the most difficult to buy for? And Father’s Day to boot…it’s gotta be something “special” from the kids,... Read More
