I have three kids - ages six, four, and one. You'll see them from time to time, popping into a photo for a post. We are a gaming family, but with some of my all-time fave games like Monopoly, Catch Phrase, or Scattegories, it can be hard to find games that include the littles while also being enjoyable for the adults. Throughout the past few years, I've been on the hunt for family games that fall under this criteria: (1) it must be fun for EVERYONE and (2) it must be easy enough for the kids to play. That's it! So, here's my list of awesome games for kids (and their parents) that are sure to make game night, a great night! (1) Straight Shooter. Originally, I bought this at Marbles: The Brain Store, at the Mall of America, but now, it seems to be available only from Amazon. ... read more
Tea Party Birthday Ideas
My grandma was born on Monday, September 2, 1929. She is literally my favorite person on this earth, and I have so many fond memories shared with her. I remember spending the night at her old farmhouse alone but waking up with my cousins, who had arrived in the night, her and my grandpa traveling two hours to celebrate my 10th birthday with me, her coming to my senior vocal recital when I was in college and giving me a sweet Willowtree figurine called "Happiness." It was the perfect gift! I remember being so excited for our annual family reunion where we rented out an entire church camp just for us. We wore our t-shirts that we had made each year for the event, did awesome crafts, played hilarious games, and had a family chapel service. All that began because she and my grandpa ... read more