In Mexico, a Mouse is the Tooth Fairy

I'm not sure what makes me feel more uncomfortable -- a fairy or a mouse sneaking into my house.

It’s National Tooth Fairy Day!

Today, Feburary 28, is National Tooth Fairy Day and it got me to thinking about all those dangling, bloody teeth hanging on by a thread of gum fiber that I’ve had to witness and carefully brush for my kids over the years. I can never pull it out for my kids; neither can my husband. Last year, […]

My Favorite Science Fair Experiment: Balloons!

Question: Find out how much pressure is needed to pop a balloon? Looking for an easy, but hands-on and fun science fair experiment? My kids, and by kids I mean I, have done this one twice. My nieces and nephews, and by nieces and nephews I mean my sisters, have done it a few times […]

Is Homemade Slime Dangerous?

Some people think it is.

Mind Reading Game Show

A really fun night out!

An Unforgetable Birthday Party Under the Stars

Grab the tents and marshmallows, it’s time for a backyard camping party! Many children enjoy the outdoor experience, and camping makes an excellent theme for a birthday party. Instead of taking the party to an official campground, set up your back yard to mimic the experience and host your birthday celebration. With a few decorations and […]

Challenge Yourself to an Escape Room!

I’m sure by now you have all heard about these “escape rooms” that originally started in big cities, but all of a sudden have taken the suburbs by storm. At first I was nervous, worrying that there would be no windows, no ventilation and that I would have claustrophobia and eventually suffocate. But, then I […]

Black Tap is ALL That.

Black Tap. Is it expensive? Yes. Is it totally over the top? Yes. Will your kids go flipping bananas if you take them there? Yes. So go once and get it over with. We took the kids for shakes and we split a burger. The kids were so excited to try it that it made […]