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July Gone By

July Gone By

It’s July 27th.  The Windows are open, and it’s a balmy 70 degrees outside.  This summer has been unique. In terms of weather. In terms of mindset. In terms of activities and to-dos. In terms of life.  I read a lot of reminiscent stories that start with, “We used to spend summers…”  I’m not sure my kids will ever say that.  I’m not sure that I’d want them to.  Seems every summer brings a twist … Read entire article »

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Our Southwest Missouri Summer Bucket List

Our Southwest Missouri Summer Bucket List

Bucket Lists are gaining in popularity, and being semi-new in town, I thought it would helpful to put together a list of things that we can check out as a family right here in Springfield and Southwest Missouri.  It’s also a component of the 100 Days of Summer planning process.  Last summer I made a Little Rock, Arkansas bucket list, if you’re interested. Activities that are Free are marked with a ^ Activities Askinosie Chocolate Bass Pro (Free “summer camp” … Read entire article »

Filed under: 417 With Kids, Education, Frugal Fawn, Missouri, Mommyhood, Spending Less, Things to Do, Travel

100 Days of Summertime Winners

100 Days of Summertime Winners

Happy Memorial Day everyone! Congrats to Sarah and Lenora, the winners of the 2013 100 Days of Summertime eBook planner giveaway – I’ve emailed both of you.  Hope to see you on the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page! Don’t forget that you can download this handy resource for just $5. Just head over to the 100 Days of Summertime website and you’ll have it in a few clicks. There’s also a free downloadable excerpt if you … Read entire article »

Filed under: Booklists, Health & Fitness, Homemaking, Mommyhood, Product Reviews

100 Days of Summertime {giveaway}

100 Days of Summertime {giveaway}

Tomorrow is the big day for us – the kids’ last day of school.  Sort of.  Because they’ve both opted to go to summer school, which starts on Wednesday.  And I’m having mixed feelings about that, because on the one hand I’m glad that they love school and that my schedule will be free to help with the new business if needed, but on the other hand, it’s a whole month of summer that kind … Read entire article »

Filed under: Health & Fitness, Homemaking, Mommyhood, Not the Dishes, Product Reviews

Summer Brickation: Legos at the Landing! {giveaway}

Summer Brickation: Legos at the Landing! {giveaway}

If you’re going to be in the vicinity of Branson in the near future, head downtown to The Branson Landing to check out Lego Summer Brickation tour.  Running now through September 4th, this free event gives you and the kids an opportunity to try out Lego’s newest products, compete in a Lego challenge (who can build the tallest Lego tower or the fastest Lego car?), and have fun with several other Lego activities.  You can … Read entire article »

Filed under: 417 With Kids, Day Trips, Free Fun Events, Shopping, Things to Do, Travel

Our Little Rock Bucket List

Our Little Rock Bucket List

With our house on the market and our daddy still traveling for work full time, I haven’t scheduled much this summer.  So, with some help from friends, I’ve come up with this “bucket list” of things to do this summer in Little Rock.  Free items are marked with an astrisk. Activities The Wonder Place Day Trip to Hot Springs – Mid-America Science Museum, National Park Aquarium Historic Arkansas Museum* Wild River Country Millenium Bowl Jump Zone Trip to Memphis – Zoo, Children’s Museum, … Read entire article »

Filed under: Mommyhood, Things to Do in Central Arkansas