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We finally have warm weather, schools out and we want to help your family enjoy all that Bloomington has to offer. We've gathered some of our favorite events for you...so grab your sunscreen and experience Bloomington! May 28 - June 3 June 4-10 June 11-17 June 18-24 June 25 - July 2 Saturdays through Nov [...]
This content is not affiliated with or sponsored by Whole30. The opinions expressed represent one person's experience with the Whole30 program. Every January you probably see your social media inundated with people committing to the Whole30 “reset” to kick off the new year. However, you can do this 30-day program any time of the year- [...]
With a little boy full of energy, I was grateful when age three came around. That magical age meant he was old enough to channel that energy into activities. As a coach's kid, he was excited to be able to start sports at the local YMCA. We signed him up for soccer that fall and [...]
Podcasts have once again surged in popularity. Recently I became curious about podcast options for my elementary school-aged kids, so I began exploring. Podcasts are an excellent choice for quality, screen-free, no-cost entertainment. They also provide an auditory learning opportunity for the listener, which appeals to me as a parent. Here are some family-friendly podcasts [...]
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Our family loves springtime in Bloomington. Those first few days, as sunlight warms up the world and the grass is turning green again, you'll find us out and about soaking up some of our favorite adventures around the city. Saturdays The Bloomington Community Farmers' Market runs through September. Shop for fresh fruits, veggies, and flowers. Or, just [...]
When our backyard is covered with sweet violets, my most favorite season has come: Spring! My sons pick flowers, decorate them in a petite vase or a toy teapot, and host an afternoon tea party with friends and stuffed animals. At the party, our special sweet treat is served: homemade sweet violet cookies! When spring [...]
Our partners Michelle and Danny from Photography By Greenbird, understand the importance of capturing every milestone of your child’s life through beautiful photography. Being new parents themselves, Michelle and Danny can also relate to how much pressure parents can feel when it comes to choosing the perfect outfits for family photos. If you are anything [...]
Yes, grandparenting long distance is much more commonplace these days, and chances are you too are raising your children apart from extended family and loved ones. While pursuing your education or your career may have carried you some distance away from built-in babysitters and your support network, some of the greatest advancements in communication and [...]
If your family is anything like ours, your home might be overflowing with more toys than you’d care to own. I suppose this is the effect of our daughter’s first Christmas quickly followed by her first birthday. She is the first grandchild on both sides of the family and everyone arrived at the party bearing [...]
