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Tuesday Top Five: Simple Ideas for Backyard Fun

March 24, 2009

I'm telling you, I am FEELING spring. The garden is (mostly) in, daylight is lasting until after dinner, and I'm just about ready to pack up the sweaters and shop for swimsuits! We're starting to spend more time outside, and that means finding ways to enjoy the backyard. Whether you've got a small patch of grass, acres to run, or a borrowed park, here are some ideas for making the most of the sunshine.

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Tuesday top five: things that matter and things that don't!

January 06, 2009

Sometimes, when you're in the middle of a parenting dilemma (or just a bad day!), it's helpful to take a step back and look at the big picture. What really matters to you? What really matters to your kids? Are you keeping perspective or getting bogged down in insignificant details? What matters: Reading to your child. What doesn't: What exactly you read. Sure, sure. I'm a book snob too. I  Read more...

December's did you miss...?

December 31, 2008

Wow. Where did December go? I think I must have scooped it up and tossed it out with all of that wrapping paper and the collapsed gingerbread house. While you are probably ready to move on, let's just take a moment to review what we learned in December that we can carry through with us to the new month and the new year! In the best of worlds, the holiday season is about giving. I hope that you  Read more...

Get creative! festive cards to make with kids

December 06, 2008

There are those that craft with their kids, and there are those who would rather get poked in the eye with a hot fork than put glue onto googly eyes for a little creativity. I happen to lean pretty far to the crafty side of things, and I'm convinced that even the sworn non-crafters among us can handle making these easy card ideas with kids. Seriously: keep it simple, and everyone can get in on  Read more...

How To Be A Princess for a Day

May 20, 2008

Step 1: Put on your tiaras. If you're going to be a prince or princess, you need some bling. Pull out your favorite tiara and place it proudly upon your head. If you don't have a tiara, make one! A simple combination of construction paper and glitter will do. Getting into costume, even in a small way, helps with getting into character. Step 2: Head to the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry .  Read more...

Ways to keep track: where to find journal and scrapbook supplies in town

January 14, 2008

It's true what they say about parenting: the days are long but the years are short. In an effort to keep track of all of the memories, writing it down in some organized fashion seems like a reasonable idea. Add pictures, and volia! You've got a scrapbook or a journal that you and your child will cherish. Let's be clear -- a hardcore scrapbooker I AM NOT. (Not that there's anything wrong with  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in charleston

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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