Going from being a couple to being a family is always a major transition. This transition can vary on some level from person to person, but there are certain commonalities that most will experience. All new parents experience the typical changes that come with welcoming a baby into the family. There are exciting elements, like […]
How to Save Money and Stay Green on Your Next Family Vacation
Now that the weather is cooling down, many of us might start feeling eager to escape the cold (and stresses of everyday life). While it might be a few months yet before the schedules of every family member will line up, the fact remains that 69% of millennials consider themselves to be adventurous. In other […]
Minneapolis Home & Garden Show 2019 Ticket Discount & Giveaway (Ends 2/18)
The Minneapolis Home & Garden Show is happening Feb 22 – 24, and March 1-3, at the Minneapolis Convention Center, and I have a special $3/TICKET DISCOUNT to share – plus a TICKET GIVEAWAY! My family went to the show last year and there was so much to see and do. Though there’s a family […]
Free Dental Care for Minnesota Children in Need February 1 & 2 (2019)
Free dental care services will be provided for children in need across Minnesota on Friday, February 1 and Saturday, February 2. The Minnesota Dental Association’s annual Give Kids a Smile event is providing free dental care to children in need at nearly 100 dental clinics throughout the state. To find a clinic with open appointments, just […]
Free Park Friday 2018 is November 23 (Black Friday) in Minnesota #FreeParkFriday
If you’re looking for something fun to do besides shopping on Black Friday this year, check this out! Admission to all 75 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas will be FREE on Friday, November 23rd, 2018! Admission is regularly $7 for one-day vehicle permit. The goal is to encourage families to get outdoors and get […]
Disney’s The Nutcracker and the Four Realms Free Printable Coloring Pages & Activity Sheets
Disney’s The Nutcracker and the Four Realms is in theatres on November 2nd, and to celebrate, I have FREE printable coloring pages and activity sheets to share with you! About the movie: All Clara (Mackenzie Foy) wants is a key – a one-of-a-kind key that will unlock a box that holds a priceless gift. A golden thread, […]
6 Ways I Keep My Teeth their Whitest (and 5 Teeth Whitening Myths)
Almost everyone wants whiter teeth, or at least to learn how to keep their teeth their whitest. But how do you do so without having to spend a lot of money? And what if you have sensitive teeth? As a mom partially fueled on coffee (which you may have noticed if you’ve followed my […]
National Coffee Day Freebies & Deals – Saturday, September 29, 2018
It’s National Coffee Day on Saturday, September 29th! On this day, you can get free (or discounted) coffee at these locations in the Twin Cities and/or nationwide. Check back as I update this list with more deals as they are announced this week! (Note: The cappuccino and muffin in the above photo I took are […]
Free Family Fun Event at Ridgedale August 18th & Back to School Giveaway (Ends 8/16)
It’s almost time for the kiddos to go back to school – are you ready? I have to admit that our family has a few things left on our summer bucket list including some travel and of course, the State Fair! But we got our kids’ back to school supply shopping lists and are starting […]
Exclusive 25% Discount for Mystery Engineers Friday Fun Day at The Works Museum (August 3rd)
The Works Museum is fun to visit year-round, but did you know they have one-day summer camps? I have an exclusive 25% off discount for one of their one-day camps! It’s “Mystery Engineers Friday Fun Day” and is on Friday, August 3rd from 9-4! About the event: Join a team of sleuths to solve puzzles […]