Ways to Celebrate a Safer Halloween

by Denise // 27 October, 2020 // No Comments

Let’s face it. This year has been challenging. In 2020, every holiday and celebration has forced families to think outside the box and Halloween is no exception. Since many of us grew up trick-or-treating, Halloween is as much fun for... Continue reading →

Pick a Safer Fall: Four Pumpkin Patches to Visit in Tampa Bay

by Denise // 5 October, 2020 // No Comments

Although Governor Desantis has moved Florida into Phase 3 of opening and businesses at 100% of capacity, my family and I are still not ready to mix with the masses. I only recently became comfortable with dining outdoors at restaurants... Continue reading →

Escape to the Everglades: Five Must-Do Everglades Destinations

by Denise // 12 August, 2020 // No Comments

Southeast Toyota and KOA Holiday Naples/Marco Island sponsored my family’s fun Everglades getaway. As part of our homeschool studies this past Spring, Liam and I read Escape to the Everglades. While studying the Florida history aspect of the core novel,... Continue reading →

Seven Virtual Summer Camps

by Denise // 29 May, 2020 // No Comments

As safe-at-home distance learning comes to a close, summer break begins as theme parks and local attractions are starting to slowly open up again around Florida. A few theme parks and kid camps announced opening dates. For some families, this... Continue reading →

Three Simple Empanada Recipes for National Empanada Day

by Denise // 8 April, 2020 // No Comments

Happy National Empanada Day! Since the start of the Stay at Home orders, my family and I have been cooking at home a lot more, probably like many of you. The upside to cooking more at home is it helps... Continue reading →

Last Chance to Jump-Start a Florida Prepaid 529 Savings Plan

by Denise // 22 June, 2018 // No Comments

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by the Florida Prepaid College Board to promote Florida Prepaid’s 529 Summer Jump-Start program. All opinions are my own. One month down. Only two more months left to enjoy summer with my kiddos. Can you believe... Continue reading →

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