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Global Hug Your Kid Day Ideas to Celebrate

July 24, 2017August 18, 2023 ellen 2 Comments Tips
Global Hug Your Kid Day Ideas to Celebrate the Day

Here are a few Global Hug Your Kid Day ideas to celebrate with your family. Global Hug Your Kid Day is celebrated each year on the third Monday in July. Posts may be sponsored. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will make a commission at no extra cost to you should you click […]

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Break IN: An Ivy Nash Thriller Book 4

July 21, 2017August 17, 2023 ellen 2 Comments Books
Break IN: An Ivy Nash Thriller Book 4 by John W Mefford

This week has been a challenge so I took an afternoon off to unwind with a book. I rarely take time off from work, but I needed it this week. The book I chose was Break IN: An Ivy Nash Thriller Book 4 by John W Mefford. You’ve probably seen me review quite a few […]

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Science STEM Learning Ideas

July 19, 2017January 1, 2024 ellen 10 Comments Board Games
Science STEM Learning Ideas for Elementary School Kids

Are you looking for science STEM learning ideas for elementary school kids? It can be a challenge to get some children interested in science. It was never my favorite subject in school. And, I know that my daughter struggled with it too. I think that if my parents had used a few of these ideas, […]

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The Breakdown By B A Paris

July 17, 2017August 15, 2023 ellen 14 Comments Books
The Breakdown By B A Paris

I love a good suspense story, and I spent the weekend reading The Breakdown by B A Paris. Check out my thoughts.  Posts may be sponsored. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will make a commission at no extra cost to you should you click through and make a purchase. As an Amazon […]

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The Birthday Party by Ronald Destra

July 16, 2017August 11, 2023 ellen 4 Comments Books
The Birthday Party by Ronald Destra

I’m so glad I had the chance to read The Birthday Party by Ronald Destra. I think that everyone feels isolated and alone at times, our children included. If that’s the case for your child, keep reading to learn more. Posts may be sponsored. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will make a […]

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COMET TV Con Survival Pack

July 14, 2017August 10, 2023 ellen 57 Comments Giveaway

I’ve always been fascinated by conventions for sci-fi and anime shows. Check out this Comic Con Survival pack. Posts may be sponsored. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will make a commission at no extra cost to you should you click through and make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate I earn from […]

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Sustainability Made Simple Review

July 13, 2017August 9, 2023 ellen 15 Comments Books
Sustainability Made Simple Review to Lessen Your Footprint

I hope that this Sustainability Made Simple review helps answer a few questions about the book. Marty and I are always interested in ways that we can make our lives a little bit more eco-friendly. There are a lot of small changes we can make to help improve our world.  Buy this book right now! […]

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Smurfs The Lost Village on DVD and Blu-ray

July 12, 2017August 8, 2023 ellen 12 Comments Movies
Smurfs The Lost Village on DVD and Blu-ray Now

Have you heard that Smurfs The Lost Village is on DVD and Blu-ray now? I love family friendly movies and even as an adult, there is something about the Smurfs that just makes me happy. We all need a little bit of time to watch cartoons in our lives.  Smurfs The Lost Village Smurfs The […]

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The Joy Plan: How I Took 30 Days to Stop Worrying, Quit Complaining, and Find Ridiculous Happiness

July 11, 2017August 7, 2023 ellen 8 Comments Books
The Joy Plan: How I Took 30 Days to Stop Worrying, Quit Complaining, and Find Ridiculous Happiness

30 days to stop worrying. Yes, that’s what caught my eye when I heard about The Day of Joy on July 11. I worry a lot. I worry about real things and things that probably won’t ever happen. It’s just part of my personality. Although it’s a part I don’t really like.  Get this book […]

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Kiwi Season One DVD: Learn Phonics and Word-Building

July 10, 2017August 6, 2023 ellen 17 Comments Movies
Kiwi Season One DVD: Learn Phonics and Word-Building

The new Kiwi Season One DVD is the perfect way to teach your child all about phonics and word building skills. Kiwi is a stop-motion animated children’s series by Nickelodeon. This show was created and directed by Isabelle Duval.  Ready to purchase? Buy it now! Posts may be sponsored. This post contains affiliate links, which […]

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