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Halloween is one of those holidays full of color and creativity.  Whether you are carving pumpkins, playing in fallen leaves, walking along an autumn-colored path, trying on costumes, applying makeup or sharing a cozy moment by the fire, photo opportunities abound.   For fun, try having a "photo shoot" at a local park with your kids in their costumes.  Too cute!Keeping your cam...

Creating inspiring kid's bedrooms can be costly and challenging.  Here's a great idea that can both inspire your child and bring out the creative genius in yourself.  Mothers, fathers and kids will love the outcome.Wall-Story, paint by number mural designs, by Fiona can really make the job easy.See for yourself:  Wall-Story Murals-------------------- Stumble It!--------------------...

Inspire your kids with Michael Phelps stories and pictures of bulldogs (like Michael Phelp's pet bulldog.)  Let's face it, anything parents can do to encourage our kid's efforts is well worth our time.  Whether your child is a swimmer, loves dogs or is attempting a new venture.  Surrounding them with a Gold Medalist and his pet is sure to make them think "winner" and get down to wor...

With today’s busy schedules, children are spending more and more time in front of the TV for entertainment. But it doesn’t have to be like this, families are learning to turn off the TV and spend valuable time together doing other things and having fun together. Take the kids outside at night with a blanket and lie on the ground and count the star constellations, see how many the kids know, and se...

Camping with kids can be extremely fun and easy. The easier it is, the more fun for all. Get your kids involved in the planning from the very beginning - where to go, what to eat, what to pack, etc. Keep it fun and simple by planning ahead and pre-packaging most of your meals so you have time for fun with your family. Keep the menu easy. The basics are always the best. Here are some suggestions. K...

Today’s world is so dominated by television that sometimes we forget that watching TV as a family often stifles communication, interaction and does not provide the ideal environment for family growth.  So turn off the television once in a while!  There are things to do as a family that both kids and parents can enjoy together.  Depending on the age of the children, families should s...

In the world of video games and computers, thinking of activities to do with your child can be overwhelming.  To get a few ideas, the internet is a good place to start.  There are many inexpensive activities for younger children that are great fun.  Give them a bucket of water, some paint brushes and paint rollers, a sunny day and they can "paint up a storm for hours.  Together...

Summer is a supposed to be a fun time for kids.  But with gas prices so high, how can parents keep summer fun, without busting their budget.  Let’s take a look at some low-cost, fun activities for kids.Neighborhood, Park, Shopping Mall or Inside the House Scavenger Hunts are always a big hit for young and old.  This takes some planning but is well worth the effort.  Having one ...

Having a scavenger hunt can be fun and exciting. It is appropriate for every age level. There are so many different ideas to do with these games, and they hardly ever get boring. You can have a scavenger hunt at a birthday party, a graduation party, a holiday party, a family reunion or any kind of celebration. A few friends can even get together and have a scavenger hunt on their own. You can have...