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Try Destressing With a Relaxing Vacation
Have you been on a vacation lately? If you have not, it may be time to go on one. Say that it is for your health because it really is.
When finances get tight, the first thing we do is cut our our vacation. That is understandable since vacations for a family cost a lot of money. But, we also are sacrificing the time that helps us relax from the stresses of our job.
Lots of Snow, We Can Still have Fun
Here in Eastern Washington we are covered with lots of snow. It has been driving me crazy with cabin fever as well as just the need to see the sun for more then 5 minutes at a time. After lots of shoveling mainly Ned and the boys the cars can get in and out again, after the latest round of snow. I do think its time to stop its been snowing for the last 2 weeks or so almost every day, I think one maybe two days we had none at all, and that’s it. I realize that the Northwest is suppose to get snow. This much can’t be normal.
Christmas Morning Traditions?
This year a lot of things have been running in my mind about my childhood. And Christmas morning keeps popping 
up, perhaps it is the fact that Christmas is 4 days away. I remember waking up to to these amazing gifts then a warm breakfast then hours of playing till dinner time. No snow or heck even jackets we lived in So California.
Now as a mom of four I do what I can so when my children are my age they can sit and their memories of Christmas are the same just great presents a yummy breakfast and hours of play time, except here we have over 2.5 feet of snow in the back yard already and today is the first day of winter go figure.
How to Teach Kids to Save Money
I often hear when should I start teaching my son to save money? Well put simply, it is never too early to introduce your children to money. They need to know the proper way to receive, spend, and save money. Start today and teach your kids the value of a dollar.
Parents need to agree on how to handle the issue of money in the household. Kids learn from watching their parents. If there are money issues in the home, include the children in the discussions for learning purposes. If you are fighting constantly about debt, we recommend that you get credit counseling or financial help so you won’t pass the issues onto your children.
Games For the Kids in All of Us
Do you remember playing games as a child that you absolutely loved to play? You may still long to play your favorite game even though you’ve grown up. There’s nothing that says you can’t still enjoy your childhood favorites. If you’re looking for things to do on New Year’s Eve, here are some games for the kid in all of us.
Twister – Twister became popular in the late 1960s when Eva Gabor played the game on national television with Johnny Carson. This is the first game that was created that used the human body as a part of the game. While the game may be played with more than two people, it gets increasingly difficult when there are more than four.
Thanksgiving craft ideas for kids
Are you looking for some fun ways to keep your kids busy during the Thanksgiving holiday? Here are some fun Thanksgiving craft ideas for kids:
Turkey wreath – Buy a straw wreath and various Thanksgiving decorations, let your kids glue on the decorations to make a holiday wreath to hang on your front door.
Turkey cups – With the Thanksgiving family dinner coming soon, you’ll probably have a house full of kids, buy small kid-sized plastic cups and craft markers. Give each kid a cup and let them write their name on it and decorate it.
Fun Halloween Party Ideas
There are limitless ideas to the fun you can have at a Halloween party. Over the years, Halloween has grown into a sophisticated, adult celebration. Return to the fun kids had years ago with these basic but fun Halloween party ideas for kids.
Apple bob – Fill a large tub with water and apples. Let kids take turns bobbing for apples.
