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5 Ways to Keep Your Deck Safe for Kids

December 3, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Tips
Wondering how to keep your deck safe for kids? Check out these simple tips for building a safe deck and upgrading your existing outdoor area.

Wondering how to keep your deck safe for kids? Check out these simple tips for building a safe deck and upgrading your existing outdoor area. There are all sorts of home improvement options you need to consider to make your home safer for your children and your family. Here are just a few things to […]

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Outdoor Fall Activities for Toddlers

September 27, 2020October 3, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Tips
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These outdoor fall activities for toddlers will help them enjoy the season by exploring their natural environment. Check out these ideas. There are so many different things to do during the autumn months. Why not pack up these books about fall and head outside for a picnic lunch in the leaves? Or, here are some […]

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Make Your Own Smores for Kids

July 20, 2020August 28, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Tips
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Make your own smores for kids and adults alike with this easy smores hack. Try this trick today for perfect results every time. Make Your Own Smores If you’re planning on camping this summer, don’t forget to make your own smores while you’re there. Camping can mean heading into the backyard with a tent and […]

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Make Vibrant Easter Eggs With These Tips

April 2, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Tips
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Are you wondering how to make vibrant Easter eggs? May of the Easter egg kits and tutorials I see result in soft pastel colors. And, while those are very pretty, sometimes I want something bright and vibrant instead. Make Vibrant Easter Eggs So, how do you make vibrant Easter eggs? The secret is in the […]

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Fun Things to Do With Rubber Bands

March 29, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Tips
Fun Things to Do With Rubber Bands

Does it seem like the kids are less and less entertained by toys and games? I remember being able to occupy myself with simple things when I was younger. If you do too, why not check out this list of fun things to do with rubber bands.   Fun Things to Do With Rubber Bands […]

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Sterilize Plastic Toys After an Illness

March 24, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Tips
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If you’re wondering how to sterilize plastic toys, I’m sharing a few tips that will help you clean and disinfect common types of toys. If you’re hoping to disinfect toys after an illness or prevent illnesses from spreading in your home, starting with your child’s toys is a great first step. Sterilize Plastic Toys After […]

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How to Eliminate Toy Clutter With These Easy Tips

March 6, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Tips
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If you’ve ever walked through a toy room, carefully stepping over LEGO pieces, Hotwheel cars and doll clothes, you’ve asked yourself at least once how to eliminate toy clutter. We all want the kids to be entertained, but their toy collection can become overwhelming if we’re not careful.  How to Eliminate Toy Clutter There are […]

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Toddler Diaper Bags and Must Have Essentials

February 27, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Tips
Toddler Diaper Bags and Must Have Essentials

You may have thought that once your child was potty trained, you’d be leaving diaper bags behind. But, toddler diaper bags are definitely still a thing. As a parent of a toddler, there were so many things I wanted to have just in case. Preparedness is key when it comes to parenting. Toddler Diaper Bags […]

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Winnie The Pooh Sayings to Make You Smile

January 4, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Tips
Winnie the Pooh Quotes to Make you Smile

These Winnie the Pooh sayings will definitely make you smile. I’m a huge fan of Winne the Pooh and all of his friends. It would be hard to pick a favorite character after Pooh but I think it would be a tie between Rabbit and Piglet. Winnie The Pooh Sayings I’m not sure how old […]

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Teaching Your Child to Cook and Enjoy Cooking

July 30, 2019May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Tips
Teaching Your Child to Cook and Enjoy It

Teaching your child to cook? I am all about teaching kids important life skills from a young age. Ensuring they have a firm grasp on things like cooking and taking care of simple household chores will make it a little bit easier as they grow up. So, keep reading for a few tips, a fun […]

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Ellen is a busy Vermont mom of a 22-year-old son and 27 year old daughter. She owns 5 blogs and is addicted to social media. She believes you should never be too busy to have fun. Email info@in-our-spare-time.com
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