When you get an invite from Nintendo to come to Redmond, WA for a family day, you just don't say no. I mean, we live an hour from Redmond, the city the Nintendo of America can be found, and getting a tour is not something that happens often. Really, it's almost unheard of. Plus, I have a long love affair with Nintendo. I still remember getting that first console back in 5th grade for Christmas... I was nervous about how Nathanael would do all day at Nintendo. But do you know what? Not only … [Read more...]
Altitude Trampoline Park in Marysville, WA
We have a new local indoor fun park that you must bring your kids to. In fact, my Isabella just visited this trampoline park two weeks ago for her friend's birthday party. She had so much fun at the Altitude Trampline Park in Marysville. In fact, we are already planning our own visit for her 9th birthday. Have your kids ever visited a trampoline park? We absolutely love them and we're so glad that Altitude is not too far from home. About Altitude Trampline Park Brand new … [Read more...]
Shop Kids Consignment and Save BIG!
It's hard to believe we're into the Fall season! There are many things I love about Fall, including leggings, boots, sweaters, pumpkin everything, and changing leaves; I also love kids consignment sale season. I look forward to the Fall Just Between Friends Mount Vernon consignment sale every year. It is such an amazing sale! What do you look for first when shopping for kids consignment? I always head to the girl's clothing section. My son gets great hand me downs from my sister-in-law … [Read more...]
Get Outside with the Kids and Hide Painted Rocks!
This is a sponsored post with Adams Natural Peanut Butter. All opinions are mine alone. Has your city jumped on board the idea of a Painted Rocks club? It's simple: paint rocks, hide them, post on FB what they look like and a hint where they might be hidden. You can also go out for the day and simply hunt for painted rocks. It is so much fun. We have two community Facebook groups near us where you can post your painted rocks and found rocks. The one for our island is active, but I've … [Read more...]
Fun Items to Add to Her Blue and Green Tween Busy Bag
Yes, even my 8 year old daughter needs a busy bag when we travel or at church. We like to mix it up and bring different items every few weeks to keep her interested. This is what I call her fun "blue and green busy bag". It's fun to make a themed bag. The items in this bag have a Pacific Northwest theme because the main attraction of this busy bag is the Find It Games State of Washington game. We love Find It Games -- this amazing portable treasure hunt that can keep kids and adults … [Read more...]
Why You Should Take the Kids to Wenatchee, WA
Our family took a great road trip this month to Wenatchee WA. Just three hours away from our home, Wenatchee was such a fun two-night trip that we cannot wait to do it again next summer. We had every intention of enjoying the famous Eastern Washington heat, and were very surprised by a cooler second and third day in Wenatchee. But, we didn't let it deter us. In fact, a cooler day was great for the sight seeing and attractions we visited. During our two night stay in Wenatchee, WA, we … [Read more...]
Canoe Journey 2016: Paddle to Nisqually
A special thank you to Adams Natural for supporting our PNW outdoor journeys this summer. This year our canoe family traveled to Nisqually for the 2016 annual canoe journey. We love our experience with the Canoe Journey. It brings together natives and non-natives with a common goal of providing a drug and alcohol free event. Plus, it offers pullers a chance to take a personal journey towards healing and recovery of culture, traditional knowledge and spirituality. Paddle to Nisqually … [Read more...]
