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Pack your bags and load up the family for a road trip to Port Clinton and the North Shores of Ohio. There is something for everyone from the outdoor enthusiasts to the thrill seekers. Your family can make a full itinerary for a long weekend to include beaches, lighthouses, islands, African Safari, hiking trails, amusement parks, indoor waterparks, and so much more. We recently took a weekend road trip and stayed as a family to explore the area. Port Clinton is only 2.5 hours away from Fort Wayne which makes it a convenient location to visit. The boys have so many stories to share about our experiences from our weekend. So far, they have shared stories with anyone that would listen about their trip including their favorites, African Safari Wildlife Park and Kalahari Indoor Waterpark. We all had our favorite stops along the way and mine was the charming Lighthouses. Check out eight must see attractions for your family to enjoy plus recommendations on where to stay.

Birthday Parties

LEGO Sleepover Birthday Party

August 29, 2021August 29, 2021

It’s a block party! Looking for some LEGOtastic birthday party ideas? You are in the right spot. We celebrated our youngest turning 5 with a sleepover party with a few friends. We built LEGO sets, watched The LEGO Movie, slept in Lego inspired tents, and of course there was cake. You could go in so many directions with co-themes of Superhero, City, Police, Movie, or even modern. We choose the classic color scheme. If you are ready to build an AWESOME party, then check out these party ideas.

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DIY Pencil Confetti Popper for Back to School

August 7, 2021August 29, 2021

Make these simple pencil themed confetti poppers to celebrate the first day of school! We can’t wait to pop these open and they are filled with rose petal confetti. Create them with a few simple steps and FREE printable.

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Target, Starbucks, and Amazon Teacher Gift Card Free Printables for Back to School

August 5, 2021August 29, 2021

Our teachers deserve so much credit for all they do. Welcome them back to school with a gift card to one of their favorite places of Target, Starbucks, or Amazon. They could even use them to purchase extra school supplies if needed.

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Back To School Teacher Survival Kit- FREE Printable Tag

July 31, 2021August 1, 2021

It is back to school time! Yep I said it. In our house, those are dirty words. We are currently shopping for school supplies, new clothes, shoes, and planning a back-to-school breakfast. More on that later. Part of our preparation includes coming up with a teacher gift for back to school night. Show your special teacher just how much then mean to you. Some of my favorite ideas have been “I’m Tickled Pink That You’re my teacher” and last year’s pandemic survival kit for returning to school during this crazy time. This year, we decided to do a mix of teacher supplies along with items to combat another school year during a pandemic. Plus, I found the cutest baskets from Target to decorate. Keep reading to recreate these gift baskets and for FREE printable.

4th of July

Host a Patriotic 4th of July Cookout Party with Family and Friends – FREE printables

June 18, 2021August 29, 2021

With the 4^th of July quickly approaching, it is time to warm up the grill for a festive dinner party. Host a cookout to catch up with friends and family that you missed celebrating with over the last year. We love showing our patriotic pride with bike parades, fireworks, and red, white, & Blue themed food. My kids look forward to this tradition year after year. Whether you are hosting a big backyard blow out or just your family, we got you covered.

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Teacher Appreciation Gifts That Will Make Them Swoon

May 24, 2021November 18, 2021

Teachers deserve so much credit for everything that they do and even more so now. They helped our kids navigate through a very interesting year with mask, social distancing, zooms, and quarantines. At the end of every school year, we give our teachers a gift because we are so grateful for all that they poured into our kids all year long.

We have put together several gift ideas over the years and plan to share a few with you here. These can also be used for the first day of school or Teacher Appreciation Week.

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Last Day of School Traditions and FREE Printable Signs

May 21, 2021May 24, 2021

It’s here, the last day of the school year! We did it! This year wasn’t the norm with the current pandemic and kids in and out of quarantine. Like most, we are glad to see it come to an end. We are looking forward to a fun filled summer with the boys. Here is a list of some of our favorite end of school year traditions along with FREE printables that you can use for your obligatory last day photo too.

Birthday Parties

How to Create a Dog Birthday Cake Smash Photo Session

May 13, 2021May 13, 2021

Let them eat cake too! Your furbaby is a member of the family and deserves a birthday celebration too. So, move over babies, doggie cake smash is here. We recently set up a magical backdrop for our princess puppy complete with ruffles, crowns, and all things pink. Since I have all boys, this was a welcomed change. Do you want to recreate this at home? We are sharing the best tips to help you set up a successful cake smash photo session too. Well Fido, let’s get ready to dig that nose into some cake.

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2021 Shop Local Mother’s Day Guide Guide

May 5, 2021May 10, 2021

Compared to last year, this year seems to be flying by and it is almost time for Mother’s Day. What do you plan to give to that special lady this year? I know that finding the perfect gift can be tough especially if she already has EVERYTHING. That’s why I rounded up the BEST gifts that are not only great but also support local. There is something for everyone and better yet they can help in last minute shopping options.

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