Alicia Marie Sinisa’s mom passed away yesterday morning. Along with all of the other things that need to be figured out when a loved one is lost, parents of little children face a unique challenge…how do you explain what happened in a way that is age appropriate? Our boys are 4 and 5. I don’t think Lucas … Read more
I wanted to share about the National Autism Association’s new Give A Voice program. If you have a child with Autism and are in financial need, this is a great program that can help you get a communication device for your child. If you are looking for a great cause to donate to, this post is … Read more
Hope you all are enjoying your summer! I wanted to share some great coupons with you all to help you save money this summer and have fun with your families on a budget :) SAVE $20 off One-Day Admission to Six Flags Great America USE PROMO CODE: FAMILY http://ow.ly/mYNhh Beat the heat with $12 Buck Bargain … Read more
Remember a couple days ago when I posted my favorite family friendly restaurants around the Naperville, IL area? Well now I am excited to share posts from bloggers all around the United States and even some from Canada and the United Kingdom so that next time you travel you will have a list of recommended … Read more
I love spending time outside during the summer but sometimes it’s just too hot to do anything but stay inside in the air conditioning. On days like this, I am thankful for places like Dave & Buster’s. They invited my family for a complementary summer preview and we enjoyed spending the afternoon there. We headed … Read more
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground chuck 1 c finely minced baby Bella mushrooms ½ c finely minced onion 2 T minced fresh basil (1 T balsamic vinegar, ½ t salt) Sliced provolone cheese 5 Ciabatta buns, split and toasted Pesto Mayo: ½ c mayonnaise 2 T basil pesto Shredded romaine lettuce 2 Roma or plum tomatoes, … Read more
Summer months for many families include trips to the doctor’s office for annual check-ups and vaccinations. Making sure the family gets the care they need for a fair price is a big responsibility, but with a bit of pre-planning and organization, you can navigate the system successfully. ExHale Health advises clients to take simple steps to avoid … Read more
What’s worse than leaving your cell phone or keys at home? According to a recent survey by Trident (details below), the only things worse than leaving these essentials behind are waiting in line at the DMV or having jury duty. This recent national consumer survey found that 89% of Americans check for their phone or … Read more