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Bloomington Egg Hunt 2020

By LeeAnna P. on March 31, 2020 in Covid-19, Entertainment and Activities, Just for Fun

Bloomington families may not be able to attend some of our favorite Easter egg hunts this year, but with a little help from our local communities, we can go on an Easter egg hunt while still practicing social distancing. We’ve see the ‘rainbow walks’, ‘bear hunts’ and ‘chalk walks’ popping up in neighborhoods all over America, […]

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Photographers hand can be seen taking a photo into a review mirror and a little boy can be seen sitting in the back seat as they travel down a road.

Day Trip: Terre Haute

By Mary U on August 20, 2019 in Entertainment and Activities, Just for Fun, Mom

Looking for a fun day trip, but don’t want to fight construction and Indy traffic? My advice is, “Head west, young mom!” A little over an hour away, Terre Haute is an easy country drive from Bloomington and a great escape with plenty to do for kids of all ages. Terre Haute Children's Museum The [...]

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Hot Tips for a Cool Time at the State Fair

By Mary U on August 11, 2019 in Entertainment and Activities, Events, Just for Fun

Still thinking about taking in the Indiana State Fair, but worried about taking the kids? No sweat…well, it is August…there will be sweat....but no worries! There is plenty of time and I promise you will have a blast. Here are a veteran mom’s best Indiana State Fair tips. Get there early!!! Most buildings with exhibits [...]

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Blast Off this Summer with Space Fun

By Sarah Lynn on June 23, 2019 in Childcare and Education, Entertainment and Activities, Just for Fun

This summer marks the 50th anniversary of an event that changed the world - the moon landing! On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin took those historic steps out of the Apollo 11 lunar module and ventured somewhere no human had been before. It's a bit mind-boggling to think about, especially when you [...]

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Adventures in Composting

By Molly B. on June 16, 2019 in boy mom, DIY, Just for Fun

"We had science today!" My son announced the above with glee as he climbed into the car after school. "We learned about worms! And composting!" At home, my son pulled out the handouts he received from the guest science teacher that day. "It's good for the earth, mommy. Can we try it? What do you [...]

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5 Summer Must-Haves for Mamas

By Beth L. on June 16, 2019 in Beauty and Fashion, family vacataion, Just for Fun, Motherhood

Summer is here, and I thought it would be fun to round up some of my favorite summer essentials. Let's get to it! 1) Backpack purse - Especially during the summer, I love to have a hands free purse! I have this backpack, and I love how roomy it is without being HUGE. There are so many [...]

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Adorable Father’s Day Crafts

By Sarah Lynn on June 9, 2019 in DIY, Home and Finances, Just for Fun

Father's Day is around the corner. If you are anything like me, it is a struggle to find gifts for the men in your life. I like to add in something with a personal touch and something my son can help with! Below is a round-up of some cute crafts and cards you can help [...]

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Baby Gear That You Never Outgrow

By Mary U on June 2, 2019 in Just for Fun, Mom, Motherhood, Parenthood

Our last baby is not a baby anymore. Her little summertime knees bear the scrapes and bumps of toddlerhood. Her older siblings dash down the driveway on their bikes and I am heaving a teary-eyed sigh as I pack up the sweet little onesies and booties of babyhood. As I put aside the baby clothes [...]

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Life is a Highway…When You’re a Carpool Parent

By Danica D. on May 19, 2019 in boy mom, Entertainment and Activities, Hospitality, Just for Fun, Parenthood

There’s nothing quite like driving the 5th-grade boys’ sports carpool. What? A van load of five or six tweens doesn’t sound like a blessing? I just didn’t realize how sweet it was until I started driving the 7th-grade boys around. Teenagers. Now my vehicle smells like teen spirit (not in a good way) and I mostly drive [...]

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For Every Yes There is a No

By Laura D. on May 12, 2019 in Events, Hospitality, Just for Fun, Mental and Emotional Health

I am/was a “yes man” or woman I should say. I always have been. I hate letting others down, I like, okay LOVE, the feeling of achievement and worldly affirmation (at times I feel even addicted to success), and I want to be the person that can do it ALL. I was the kid who [...]

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