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Portable Lego Activity Kit
When I would tell people we were driving nineteen hours with our two very active preschool aged boys for our family vacation, they all looked at me like I was nuts. Maybe I am, but I also prepared for such a crazy adventure. The portable Lego activity kit I put together for my kids was a life saver. So much that I am here today to show you how I made it.
First, I went through my sons’ “extra” Legos bin and pulled out twelve blocks in different shapes, colors, and sizes.
Next, my husband and I
played withset up the Legos in all different configurations and snapped shots with our camera of each design.
After that, the designs were printed on card-stock and cut out to serve as activity sheets for our sons to mimic. There were eighteen designs in total.
Finally, I placed the cards and blocks in a plastic sandwich sized dish with lid. This worked perfect for keeping the Legos contained to one area rather than constantly dropping on the floor of the car.
Our little guys went through and matched each diagram with the blocks, before inventing their own models. They had a blast and my husband and I had a few minutes in the car to carry on an uninterrupted conversation of our own. Win, win for everyone!
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We’re Back! + Giveaway
We’re back from our wonderful Florida vacation and ready to return to our daily lives. But before we are officially out of vacation mode, we wanted to share a few highlights from our trip with you. Oh yeah, and one more thing. We are joining a wonderful group of bloggers for a $225 PayPal giveaway. (You can enter for a chance to win at the bottom of this post.)
After a few days of each of our families road tripping it to Orlando, we finally reunited, along with our brother too, at our beautiful 5 bedroom vacation rental home. For us, staying off Disney property was the way to go. (I am not saying there is anything wrong with staying in the resorts. This is just what worked best for us.) We really took advantage of having our own kitchen, bedrooms, and private pool.
The house was located about 15 minutes from Disney World. Because we had chosen to drive down, having our own cars gave us the freedom to come and go has we pleased. Erin and I even got a one on one sister shopping trip to Target in. It may not sound like much, but to us it was pretty awesome.
While in Florida, we definitely spent sometime in the Disney parks. The kids seemed to all have a really great time!
Although meeting Elsa may not have been my kids favorite thing, (See picture on Emily’s Instagram) they were over the moon to hang out with Lightning McQueen.
After a few days of riding rides and hugging characters, our families’ time together came to an end. We split off. While my family stayed and had one last park day, Erin’s family enjoyed some much needed beach relaxation time in St. Augustine. (See more photos on Erin’s Instagram.)
We did manage to squeeze in one last meal together in Savannah, Ga at the Pirate’s House, before we said our official goodbyes and headed to our separate homes. Unfortunately, this seemed to be just the right amount of time for my kids to pass on their sicknesses to Erin’s. (Sorry about that sis!)
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GiveawayThe Makers Link Party is coming to an end. As a thank you to everyone that has link up each week, the hosts along with a group of bloggers (including us!) will be giving away $225 in PayPal Cash.
To enter for a chance to win, follow the instructions on the Rafflecopter ballot below. Good Luck!
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We are on Vacation!
Hi friends. This week we are on vacation! A trip to Disney World for both of our families together! We are extremely excited to spend time with each other and enjoy some fun in the sun.
We invite you to follow each of our adventures on Instagram.
Follow Erin’s Instagram
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If you are planing a road trip or vacation with your family soon, here are a few ideas that may help your planning go a little smoother.
If you are flying, Erin has a few tips and tricks to help you pack your carry on bag.
This free printable daily planner will help you and your family stay on schedule.
Looking for a fun little day bag? This DIY reversible bag is just the thing you need for toting around all of your daily necessities.
Keep little ones entertained during those long car trips with this adorable travel activity tray!
These reusable snack bags are good for just about any trip you could be taking, even if it is just a trip to your local park. Plus they are pretty easy to whip up too.
Weather you are spending a week at a beach house, renting a cabin in the woods, or camping/glam-ping, these printable grocery lists and meal planers are a must. They will prevent you from running back and forth from the grocery store which you will allow you to have more time for vacation relaxation.
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18 Easter Decorating Ideas
Today we have a wonderful round-up of Easter ideas for you. All of these amazing ideas come from really talented bloggers. Hop (Easter pun intended) on over and check out their fun projects.
Rustic Industrial Easter Eggs from Cherished Bliss.
Tattoo Easter Eggs from
Uncommon Designs
< Easter Bunny Banner from Like The Cheese.
Spring Runner: Burlap and Chevron from
Domestically Speaking.
Burlap Bunny Ear Napkin Ring from Little House of Four.
Easy to Make Plastic-ware Easter Carrots from Crafts by Courtney.
3 Different Ways to Color Easter Eggs from My Big Fat Happy Life.
Easter Kids Table Setting from View From The Fridge.
Easter Party Printables from Kristen Duke Photography.
Easy Easter Wreath from Love, Pasta and a Toolbelt.
Egg Shell Seed Starters from Gluesticks.
Embossed Easter Eggs from Tiny Sidekick.
Spring Bunny Footprint Art from One Krieger chick.
Chalkboard Place Cards with DIY Wire Easter Eggs from Design, Dining and Diapers.
Moss Bunny Topiaries from Average but Inspired.
Rock Troll Easter Eggs from The Frugal Foodie Mama.
Watercolor Egg Place Setting from A Pumpkin and a Princess.
Superhero Easter Eggs from Create Craft Love.
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