I retired last year at age 42 from my career in Financial Services. At the time I had a 4-year-old and two 2-year-old twins. (I still have them, but now they are older). I put a lot of thought into what do I need to teach my kids about money. It’s especially top of mind…
Welcome to this fun and silly blog post! We’ve compiled a list of 203 of the silliest Would You Rather questions for kids that will have both adults and children laughing out loud. From the absurd to the downright ridiculous, these questions open up a world of endless possibilities. The game Would You Rather lets…
Rosh Hashanah is approaching. It’s time to start thinking about Rosh Hashanah activities for kids. There are also great materials to teach your kids about Rosh Hashanah. What are the main themes of Rosh Hashanah? Rosh Hashanah celebrates the creations of the Earth and marks the beginning of the days of awe which culminates with Yom…
Embarking on a road trip spanning over 5000 miles from St Louis to Northern Washington with kids aged 6 and 3-year-old twins might sound like a daunting task. That is over 70 hours in a vehicle with three little kids! But that is exactly what we did. This journey taught me valuable lessons on saving…
In my household, we always seem to have extra hot dog buns. Whether it’s from a family barbecue or hot dog lunches, there’s always a couple of buns left over. As someone who hates wasting food, I’ve found a delightful solution to this common problem – Hot Dog Bun Pizzas! These mini pizzas are not…
Hello, fellow travelers! As a family of five on our way to Colorado from Missouri, we recently had the opportunity to explore the beautiful state of Kansas. OK, the state isn’t entirely beautiful. It’s usually a long, boring drive, staring at windmill after windmill. I’ve often referred to driving between Missouri and Colorado as “paying…
If you have young kids who love afternoon snacks, this is a fun and simple idea to change up the way they eat their yogurt. Since my kids love Dippin’ Dots I thought I’d make my own version. Frozen Yogurt Dots as a healthy dessert for the kids. This is the perfect treat or substitution…
Speaking to your child in a positive and uplifting way is an essential part of raising happy and mentally healthy kids. Using words of encouragement for kids is a great way to ensure your child feels loved, listened to, and validated. It will also teach your child how to use encouraging words towards themselves and…
Pennsylvania produces over 400 million pounds of mushrooms annually and is a timeless industrial hotspot for coal and railroads. But, if you find yourself traveling to Pennsylvania for a family excursion and you don’t feel like forcing the kids to try mushrooms or explore railroad museums, the 33rd largest state in the US hosts plenty…
Raising kids is costly. You’ll spend money on food, clothes, education, medical bills, birthday presents, extracurricular activities, and much more. Parents often want to know how to save money for their kids. A strategic saving plan is essential if you want to avoid money worries in the future while raising a family. Based on research…
Coming soon… Passover 2023. Hooray!?! This post has lots of great information on Passover lunch ideas for kids to help you save both time and money. Need some Passover lunch ideas? As a kid, I remember those good ole peanut butter and jelly matzoh sandwiches, or matzoh pizza. There’s much more to Passover sack lunches…
In the Jewish holiday, Purim, Jews celebrate the Jewish people’s salvation from Haman’s (boo) evil plot to annihilate all the Jews in one day. This year, Purim 2023 starts the evening of Monday March 6th and ends the evening of Tuesday March 7th. In this post, you’ll find a bunch of 2023 Purim activities for the…
Valentine’s Day is about more than love. This is a great opportunity to express the value of friendship to your friends. The days and weeks leading up to Valentine’s Day are also a great time to plan fun crafts with your kids to decorate your home and share with their friends. Here are some fun…
It’s that time of year again! Time for Valentine’s Day. It comes around every year, mid February, you know the one. But what are you going to do this year to make you stand out? If you’re in a new relationship, you really want to show them you care, that you put time and energy…
Tu Bishvat 2023 starts at sunset on Sunday, February 5. Tu Bishvat ends the night of Monday, February 6. In this post, you’ll find 2023 Tu Bishvat activities for the whole family. What is Tu Bishvat (also called Tu B’Shevat and Tu B’Shvat)? On the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat, Jews celebrate…