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New York City With Kids – Wordless Wednesday

Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by Lolli 20 Comments

I’m going to let you in on a little secret. As happy as everyone looks in all of these pictures from New York City and as wonderful as the pictures we captured are…don’t be fooled. Nine hours of sight-seeing is tough work. But I’ll have more details on that a little later… For now, the…

How to Visit New York City With Family On a Budget

Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by Lolli 12 Comments

This past Saturday, I used some free Amtrak tickets to take my family (yes, all 7 of us!) to New York City for the day. Because we are within 3 hours of the heart of New York City, I consider a trip to New York City a Staycation. I have traveled to New York City…

Child Safety Advice….From a Child

Friday, February 17, 2012 by Lolli 3 Comments

I am getting ready to take all 5 of my kids to New York City for a whirlwind day of sightseeing (yes, I decided that I am well enough to survive a day trip to NYC!). As my husband was prepping the kids for our trip (paying particular attention to the younger kids and safety…

Fight Cold, Cough, and Flu Season With #FloridaOJ

Thursday, February 16, 2012 by Lolli 4 Comments

You might have heard me mention a time or two that we have been sick around here. Yes, I am getting over pneumonia, and although (thank goodness) no one else in the family has been quite as sick as I’ve been, the cold-cough-flu bugs have hit every single one of us this season. It seems…

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Monday, February 13, 2012 by Lolli 15 Comments

Today I will stay inside my warm house and dream of chocolates. I am skipping my kids’ Valentine’s class parties for the first time since 2001. I am determined to kick this pneumonia, and I’m afraid it’s going to take a few more days resting at home before that happens. I am crushed that I…

Look at the Stars – Photostory Friday/GMYBS

Thursday, February 9, 2012 by Lolli 15 Comments

This has been a rough week. First, Susan Niebur, my friend and fellow DC-area blogger died on Monday. Her passing was not a surprise. She has been valiantly fighting cancer for the last 5 years and had not been doing well of late. I’ve found that funerals are emotionally taxing, but they are cleansing as…

Mini Doughnuts for Valentine’s Day

Thursday, February 9, 2012 by Lolli 9 Comments

These might possibly be the cutest and easiest little treats for Valentine’s Day. My kids have gone crazy over these miniature donuts (or doughnuts or however you care to spell them…). My teenager even commented that they were surprisingly yummy. Pin It The best part (beyond how cute they look?) is the fact that they…

Tips for Hosting a Successful Party

Wednesday, February 8, 2012 by Lolli

Those who know me currently might laugh at this post’s title, considering the fact that I am totally not a party person. I have a great time when I attend parties but I really prefer not to be the one in charge. The funny thing is, despite my discomfort at being the hostess, I admit…

10 Valentine’s Day Books for Kids

Tuesday, February 7, 2012 by Lolli 4 Comments

Valentine’s Day is on the horizon, and one of my family’s favorite ways to celebrate this holiday (and any holiday) is to find holiday-themed picture books to enjoy during the month. Here is a list of some Valentine’s Day books from some of our favorite children’s authors and illustrators. 10 Delightful Valentine’s Day Children’s Books…

Goodbye, WhyMommy

Monday, February 6, 2012 by Lolli 14 Comments

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I am saying goodbye to a dear friend today. Susan Niebur, the blogger behind Toddler Planet and WhyMommy on twitter, has finished her fight with Inflammatory Breast Cancer. The cancer might have taken Susan, but Susan left an indelible mark on so many of us….