10 Tips to Talk To Kids About Natural Disasters

A woman carries her child through a field near the collapsed Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, Okla., Monday, May 20, 2013. (AP Photo Sue Ogrocki)

How do you begin to explain a natural disaster to a child? Earthquakes? Hurricanes? Tornadoes?     It’s difficult. Mother Nature. But in order for kids to understand, they must be taught about the reality of the situation, in a non-frightening way. We have all seen the devastation from the May 20 Oklahoma tornado, it is unfathomable [...]

Educate Kids About Bullying: Support The Cause #SocialPower

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This post brought to you by Social Power. All opinions are 100% mine.   Bullying. Not only a huge problem for kids in school, but nowadays, amongst adults, too. I cannot stand when people use others shame for their personal gain. I believe it starts early; youngsters who pick on others, for whatever reason, will [...]

EPIC: Humor, Action Packed Animated Film In Theaters May 24th! {Giveaway}

Epic Movie

Do your kids love animated films? How about those like the Ice Age series? A fun, new and fantasy filled movie is coming out this month, and it’s going to be EPIC!   From the creators of ICE AGE and RIO, EPIC tells the story of an ongoing battle between the forces of good, who keep the [...]

Kids Style: Adorable Summer Looks from Tea!

Boys Beach Life 5 piece set, Tea Collection

I have professed my love for Tea Collection time and time again, so I don’t believe an introduction is necessary.     Their new summer line is out and it’s cuter than ever! This time around, they created a wonderful wardrobe for summer with influences from South Africa. I love the bright colors and classic styles they [...]

Marvel Super Heroes are Taking Over Club Penguin!

Disney's Club Penguin Marvel Takeover

My son is in love with Club Penguin. He’d stay on there all day if we let him!     Don’t know what Club Penguin is? Well, it’s this super cool Disney-fied website that’s a virtual penguin world, for kids. This ad-free zone is a fun space where kids can safely play games, interact and, [...]

SUBWAY Fresh Fit Kids Meals: Nutrition Is Key

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Subway wants to help parents provide nutritional meals for their kids fast and easy. So, they sent me a gift card to review the Subway Fresh Fit for Kids Meals! At just $4, the kids meals are a healthy, fun value that kids are sure to love. Each meal comes with a mini sub, low [...]

Green Your Routine: 5 Ways To Teach Kids to Go Green

Green Living House

This post brought to you by White Cloud. All opinions are 100% mine. We have decided to take small steps to go green in our family. I truly believe that if we can teach our kids to tread lightly on the earth, they will take it along with them into adulthood. You don’t have to [...]

10 Reasons To Visit Sea World San Diego This Summer

One Ocean Shamu Show, Sea World San Diego

We took an early trip to Sea World a couple of weeks ago, it’s an understatement to say that we had a blast! As San Diego locals, we are pretty lucky to be so close to such an awesome theme park. There are so many fun things to do, see and learn about the ocean [...]

Go For The Goal: Teaching Children Financial Responsibility

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The concept of value and saving money are some of the most important lessons a parent passes on to their child. However, they can be very tricky to explain in a meaningful way. Here are a few methods that are useful in demonstrating the power of smart buying to children, reinforcing financial responsibility and the [...]

Saving For College: Learn About ScholarShare California’s 529 Savings Plan

Scholarshare 529 Infographic

Have you thought about saving for your kids for college? No matter how young or old they are, the time to start thinking about it is NOW! When I went to college, my mother did not know about 529 college savings plans. Her, my sister and I were forced to take out loans that took [...]