12+ reasons why you shouldn’t get a MoviePass
Thinking of getting a MoviePass subscription? Think again. Here’s 12 good reasons why you shouldn’t get that membership. From theaters being dropped from their list to absolutely horrible customer service, there’s a good reason the company has an F rating.
Go Hydro and grow food 365 days a year with Root Farm
Never heard of hydroponic gardening? Hydroponics {which means “working water” in Latin} is a great way to grow clean, strong plants, indoors or out, 365 days a year. Hydro gardening is different than traditional gardening in that plants are grown above ground and without soil, using a water-based nutrient solution and a growing media. You control the growing environment so it’s easier to give plants the nutrients they need to thrive.
Discovery Park in Seattle with kids
Discovery Park is located in Seattle’s Magnolia neighborhood, and is the largest park in the city. Entry is free, and official hours are daily 4 a.m. to 11 p.m. The…
How to rock your parenting day on the go
We live for our adventures as a family, and we find ways of fitting little adventures into everyday. You will find us out and about with kids of all ages, sometimes the kids will be exploring with us, on their own or assisted, and sometimes they are rolling with things and napping as we are on the go. This has worked for us beautifully for almost a decade and I love the flexibility it gives us as a family instead of rendering us housebound every single afternoon and evening to accommodate sleep schedules and downtime. Here’s the very best family travel gear that helps us stay on the go.
Explore worlds unknown with Luciana Vega, the 2018 GOTY from American Girl
Introducing Luciana Vega, the 2018 Girl of the Year. If your girl loves science, space, and technology, she will love Luciana! Check out her collection and see how we built an awesome starry backdrop for her to enhance her play.
Fun and funky Vintage Hollywood style wedding on a budget
Thinking about a vintage Hollywood wedding theme? Here’s some inspiration with photography, decor, and wedding style all pieced together from items found in movie rooms, at antique shops, or craft stores. Everything was done on a budget and turned out beautifully!
Sesame Street: F is for Friends pop-up tour in Seattle
We loved the “Sesame Street: F is for Friends” Pop-Up Tour at Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood, WA last weekend. The event was entirely FREE and open for all from 11am-4pm with 15-minute shows throughout the day. Find out if the event is coming to your city here!
Celebrating my Moments of Yes
As a mom of three young kids, I unfortunately say no to myself far too often. But, this year I’m making an effort to make more time for me. More moments of indulging, more moments of pushing myself, and more moments of reflection. I call them “Moments of Yes”
Make your own mini envelopes in seconds using simple paper hearts
When I was young, my grandma and I used to play with a mini mailbox for hours. We would write each other notes and deliver them to her toy mailbox where the other person would come and collect them and read them aloud. It didn’t matter that I couldn’t read or write at the time, my grandma always translated my letters and read mine for me. The excitement and joy she got at reading each letter was matched only by my own, and these are some of my very favorite memories of her.
31+ awesome trampoline games and activities you can do alone
Looking for the BEST ideas for enjoying your trampoline solo? Check out this list of 31+ ideas and activities for trampolines that only require one person. From playtime to workouts and even for relaxing, there are so many fun things to do on a trampoline alone