While many students in other parts of the country are already back at school, Michigan students get the luxury of a couple of extra weeks to enjoy the summer. Inevitably the time must come for the kids to go back. My son seems to be happy about that some days and not so happy on …
Giveaway and Review: Cutter Insect Repellent helps protect against bugs
This might look incredibly disgusting, but it is reality. It is the work of a nasty little bug that lives pretty much everywhere these days, haunting me even in my backyard.
Review and Giveaway: TORN: True Stories of Kids, Careers & the Conflict of Modern Motherhood
When I started reading “TORN, True Stories of Kids, Career & the Conflict of Modern Motherhood,” I was hoping to get some tips from moms like me who juggle a lot of things like work, hobbies, kids, etc. What I actually got was a sense of relief that I am not alone. I started reading …
Science is Rock and Roll Airs this Sunday
The Black Eyed Peas front man/entrepreneur/tech wizard, will.i.am pairs up with inventor/FIRST founder Dean Kamen for “i.am.FIRST: Science is Rock and Roll,” a groundbreaking, one-hour special promoting education, science and technology. The first of its kind, the special takes an inside, up close look at the 20thAnnual FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Championship, a worldwide science and robotics K-12 …
Ink Blot Art – stretching your creativity
Here is another fun and easy craft that you can do with your child. I like it because it forces you to look at things from different angle and to be creative. Extra bonus – you probably already have all the necessary supplies around the house. Here’s what you need: White drawing paper …
Family Camping Fun
A Full Moon Campout is being held in Macomb County the weekend of August 13-14, 2011. You must register before August 5th! Bring along your camping gear for some outdoor fun. Planned for the evening is a community campfire, (complete with hotdogs and marshmallows), hiking, games and storytelling. It begins at 6 p.m. Saturday evening …