UPS strikes first in the “holiday ads that will tug at your heartstrings” war that we see on the airwaves every Christmas. Watch this video from their “Your Wishes Delivered” campaign where they surprise 4-year-old Carson who has the cutest friendship with his UPS driver, Mr. Ernie. We promise you’ll love this.
Read MoreThere are several neighborhoods that have their own Halloween Events! Here is a short list of safe Halloween events in the greater Seattle Area. Renton : Trick or Treat the Landing! Dress up and trick or treat the stores in the strip mall, Sponge Bob will be making a special appearance! Sunday, October 26th from 2p – 4p. West Seattle : […]
Read MoreHave you seen teal colored pumpkins pop up in your neighborhood? I saw one at a neighbors house and had to do a quick Google search, here is what I found: Teal is the color for the Food Allergy Research and Education group who is running the Teal Pumpkin Project. They are encouraging families to give out non-food items on […]
Read MoreDid you know that fall is cranberry season? Everyone always talks about Fall being the season for pumpkins, zucchini, or apples, but, it is also cranberry season! Cranberries reach their peak flavor and color in mid September and are harvested through mid November. Washington State is the fifth largest cranberry producer in the country. There is a Cranberry […]
Read MoreThis weekend I was lucky enough to spend a fun filled day at Remlinger Farms with my adorable nephew and family! Who knew there were so many fun things to do and explore? Aside from just picking out pumpkins; we got to find our way through a hay bale maze, ride in antique cars, and […]
Read MoreOur friends over at Parent Map have compiled a great list of events that are going on this weekend in the greater Seattle area! From pumpkin patches, to Caspar Babypants, to the new exhibit “Ripley’s Believe it or Not” at the Seattle Science Center! So pull out your calendar and plan a great weekend! We would love to see […]
Read MoreWhere have all the afternoon nannies gone? We have been asking ourselves that very same question! Thanks to our friends at Stanford Park Nannies for insight on an issue that many placement agencies nationwide are facing. We too, have had to turn down numerous families looking for after school shifts that in years past were […]
Read MoreNow that it’s fall, it’s time to bring cooking back into the kitchen! Here are two great recipes; one for you and one for the kids! The first is for you! Last fall I tried Brussels sprouts for the first time, I know, I must be crazy but its true. Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon (and […]
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again, when kids go back to school and start sharing their germs! Each year at the start of school we see a spike in the number of sick families and kiddos. This year could be worse because of the Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68). Although it has not been confirmed in Washington, […]
Read MorePart 2 of the I90 tour brings adventures at the Petrified Forest and The Wile Horse Monument! If you missed part one, click here! The next stop on the route is the Petrified Forest! I don’t know about you, but I have lived in Seattle my entire life (give or take a couple years) […]
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