Now that fall is finally here....well, officially this Friday....I'm sure you are wondering what the heck you are going to do with the kids when the weather starts getting chilly. I have a great idea! Take a family trip to your local apple orchard!
Orchards are a great place to have some family fun. Most of them have a great tractor ride that will take you and the kids out to the apple orchard. What kid doesn't like to ride on a tractor? The fresh air and exercise of picking apples is great for the little ones as well. And, you don't have to worry about a snack, let them just pick one right off the tree!
After apple picking is done head on back to the main area for some fun. Most orchards have lots of things for kids to do. Some have pony rides, corn mazes, jungle gyms etc. Let the kids burn off some energy and then grab some grub. The apple orchard I visit is known for great food! I am sure most orchards are as well. Explore the options and try something festive, like a hot apple cider or apple cider donut! Don't forget to check out all of the fun crafts as well.
Remember....a trip to the apple orchard would be a perfect opportunity for a fun family photo. This might even make a great Christmas card picture! (I know I know...who is thinking about that already.)
Take a trip to yelp.com to check out some local apple orchards. If you are in the Chicago area stop by Edwards Apple Orchard in Poplar Grove. Have fun on your family fall adventure!
Stop by Mypersonalizedprint.com for a cute holiday placemat pack!
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Smells Like Fall
WOW! Has it been forever since I last blogged. Sorry about this. Lets just say that things got a little crazy around here. But, who doesn't love a change in scenery. Speaking of...Has anyone noticed that it is starting to feel like fall. I always love this time of year and always love decorating for this time of year.
It is wayyy to early (In my eyes) to decorate for Halloween. I bet some of you agree and are wondering how to decorate for that in-between time. Am I right? If so, here are some simple tips to make your home feel "fall like" and cozy.
1. Get some fall scented candles. My favorite are the ones from White Barn Candle Co. (you know...Bath and Body Works) or Yankee. If you want to go the less expensive route pop on over to your local grocery store.
-Favorite fall scents = Pumpkin, spice, leaves and hot apple cinnamon.
2. Buy a festive wreath with berries and leaves. This is one that you can leave up until Thanksgiving rolls around.
3. Purchase or make some festive decorations. I like hanging leaves and berries on my mantel. Or creating a hand made design to place over a mirror or one that goes around a candle holder.
4. Break out the fall rug, placemats, some gourds and wooden pumpkins. (Who said pumpkins can only be out for Halloween)
Try these fun little decorating tips and I am guarantee your home will be your sanctuary after a long day at work!
We have cute Halloween and Thanksgiving placemats at Mypersonalizedprint.com too. Stop on by to check them out!
It is wayyy to early (In my eyes) to decorate for Halloween. I bet some of you agree and are wondering how to decorate for that in-between time. Am I right? If so, here are some simple tips to make your home feel "fall like" and cozy.
1. Get some fall scented candles. My favorite are the ones from White Barn Candle Co. (you know...Bath and Body Works) or Yankee. If you want to go the less expensive route pop on over to your local grocery store.
-Favorite fall scents = Pumpkin, spice, leaves and hot apple cinnamon.
2. Buy a festive wreath with berries and leaves. This is one that you can leave up until Thanksgiving rolls around.
3. Purchase or make some festive decorations. I like hanging leaves and berries on my mantel. Or creating a hand made design to place over a mirror or one that goes around a candle holder.
4. Break out the fall rug, placemats, some gourds and wooden pumpkins. (Who said pumpkins can only be out for Halloween)
Try these fun little decorating tips and I am guarantee your home will be your sanctuary after a long day at work!
We have cute Halloween and Thanksgiving placemats at Mypersonalizedprint.com too. Stop on by to check them out!
Monday, August 29, 2011
Fall = Time for Sports!
Since Fall has rolled around and school has started it is time for fall sports to start! If your kids are in high school or middle school I am sure most of them started their sport in the summer. But, what about the little ones? There are so many sports to choose from. How do you help them choose the right one? It's simple.....Have them choose the one they have the most fun doing! Sometimes parents can get caught up in the moment and have their kids enrolled in 5 different things at one time and can get lost in the game.
Here are some other tips that can help you have a successful sports season. Remember, you are the one that has to drive the kids to everything. So, if you want an easy season here are some suggestions...
1. Have your child pick 1 sport for each season. If they want more to do have them enroll in a different after school activity. i.e. An art class, tutoring or a book club
2. Create a carpool with other families in your neighborhood. This will help with gas expenses and won't tie down your free time with every practice that rolls around.
3. Make each game fun for your kid! Even if they lose let them know how great they did and remind them to just have fun. They can become more serious about a sport when you start paying more for the sport and when they get older.
4. Choose a team or a sport that won't have you all over the place. If you can find a sport or activity that takes place down the road. That is the one you want to choose!
Remember to have fun with your kids this fall and every other sports season! If you need ideas for what sports to choose stop by kidshealth.org.
Mypersonalizedprint.com is working on some exciting things! Keep your eye posted for a cute sports themed placemat pack!
Here are some other tips that can help you have a successful sports season. Remember, you are the one that has to drive the kids to everything. So, if you want an easy season here are some suggestions...
1. Have your child pick 1 sport for each season. If they want more to do have them enroll in a different after school activity. i.e. An art class, tutoring or a book club
2. Create a carpool with other families in your neighborhood. This will help with gas expenses and won't tie down your free time with every practice that rolls around.
3. Make each game fun for your kid! Even if they lose let them know how great they did and remind them to just have fun. They can become more serious about a sport when you start paying more for the sport and when they get older.
4. Choose a team or a sport that won't have you all over the place. If you can find a sport or activity that takes place down the road. That is the one you want to choose!
Remember to have fun with your kids this fall and every other sports season! If you need ideas for what sports to choose stop by kidshealth.org.
Mypersonalizedprint.com is working on some exciting things! Keep your eye posted for a cute sports themed placemat pack!
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
First Time for School
Hi everyone!
Do you have a little one heading off to school for the first time this year? Here's some ways to get them excited for school and making them feel comfortable while away from you and from home.
1. Get your kiddo adjusted to the sleeping schedule: Have them head off to bed at a decent time. This will make it easier when the school week comes around.
2. Rent some movies from your local library: There are some good cartoons that showcase back-to-school episodes, for example, Franklin and Arthur.
3. Check out some library books: Your local librarian can help you find some books. Check out books that either a. talk about going back to school or b. check out some books and get your kiddo reading
4. Have a "back-to-school" chat with your kid(s). Talk to them about the things they might experience, how the day is going to happen, how to behave and act around others. This way they won't be going into the school year blind.
Some fun things you can do during the school year
1. Put small notes in their lunch or snack pack. A quick little hello from Mom or Dad can make the day that much better!
2. Buy them some fun notebooks or pencils. If they have something with them that is their favorite they will enjoy school that much more.
3. Pick them up from school every once in a while. I know most of us work but once a month or every other month it is okay to head out early and pick your kid up.
4. Remember...Always asked them "what they learned" and "what they liked" about their day. This is a great conversation for the dinner table.
Enjoy the school year with your little ones!
Visit Mypersonalizedprint.com for cute personalized placemats. They are perfect for kicking the school year off on the right foot!
Do you have a little one heading off to school for the first time this year? Here's some ways to get them excited for school and making them feel comfortable while away from you and from home.
1. Get your kiddo adjusted to the sleeping schedule: Have them head off to bed at a decent time. This will make it easier when the school week comes around.
2. Rent some movies from your local library: There are some good cartoons that showcase back-to-school episodes, for example, Franklin and Arthur.
3. Check out some library books: Your local librarian can help you find some books. Check out books that either a. talk about going back to school or b. check out some books and get your kiddo reading
4. Have a "back-to-school" chat with your kid(s). Talk to them about the things they might experience, how the day is going to happen, how to behave and act around others. This way they won't be going into the school year blind.
Some fun things you can do during the school year
1. Put small notes in their lunch or snack pack. A quick little hello from Mom or Dad can make the day that much better!
2. Buy them some fun notebooks or pencils. If they have something with them that is their favorite they will enjoy school that much more.
3. Pick them up from school every once in a while. I know most of us work but once a month or every other month it is okay to head out early and pick your kid up.
4. Remember...Always asked them "what they learned" and "what they liked" about their day. This is a great conversation for the dinner table.
Enjoy the school year with your little ones!
Visit Mypersonalizedprint.com for cute personalized placemats. They are perfect for kicking the school year off on the right foot!
Friday, August 5, 2011
New Look
Hi Everyone!
I wanted to let you all know that we have made some changes to Mypersonalizedprint.com. We have added a Blogger button that will link you out to our blog. We have also added a new holiday placemat pack. I am so excited because the holiday placemats are so cute! Not only have we added a placemat pack, we have also lowered the cost of shipping. There is going to be a standard shipping rate! Hope you all take a visit today and order a holiday pack!
Remember, you can follow me on Twitter at @Mycreatedprint
Have a great weekend!
I wanted to let you all know that we have made some changes to Mypersonalizedprint.com. We have added a Blogger button that will link you out to our blog. We have also added a new holiday placemat pack. I am so excited because the holiday placemats are so cute! Not only have we added a placemat pack, we have also lowered the cost of shipping. There is going to be a standard shipping rate! Hope you all take a visit today and order a holiday pack!
Remember, you can follow me on Twitter at @Mycreatedprint
Have a great weekend!
Friday, July 29, 2011
Beauty & Brains
"Beauty might get you through the door, but your brains are what get you a seat at the table."
Let's talk mother/daughter relationships today. No matter what age your children are this relationship is one of the most important relationship your daughter/s will have during their lifetime. There are so many girls growing up today that don't have a strong parental presences in their life. A lot of kids, not all, are growing up without boundaries, without good self-esteem, or a parent who is a friend instead of being a parent. I read an article today from Parenting.com that I really connected with. The article talked about how girls these days need to grow up knowing that beauty is not the only important thing. That beauty can only get you so far and that there is more to life than looking like Paris Hilton or acting like Lindsay Lohan.
Afraid your daughter is going to turn into one of these girls someday? Well, you can help to prevent that. Mother's,
1. You need to take an active role in your daughters life from an early age. They may not like it, but you have to do it.
2. Try to build their confidence every day. Show them and tell them that they are good at something.
3. Encourage them to think outside of the box and be unique and who they really want to be.
4. Enroll them in actives. Not just sports, but other social or learning actives. Like a book club, for example.
5. Make sure to encourage their "brains" and not just their "beauty."
6. Don't be afraid to set rules and hold your daughter's (and sons) accountable for their actions. A lot of kids these days get away with anything.
The more involved you are in you daughter's life the more they will appreciate it when they are older. My mother (and father) were always in my business. They always had rules and if I didn't follow them I was in TROUBLE. I probably told them I "hated" them once or twice, but now that I am the age that I am, I truly understand why they were so involved. And realize that I would not be the woman that I am today. So mother's, get involved and encourage your daughter's to NOT be like everyone else!
Remeber....Mypersonalizedprint.com has great placemats to help grow those "brains." We've got great activities on the back! And....you can follow me on Twitter at @Mycreatedprint
Let's talk mother/daughter relationships today. No matter what age your children are this relationship is one of the most important relationship your daughter/s will have during their lifetime. There are so many girls growing up today that don't have a strong parental presences in their life. A lot of kids, not all, are growing up without boundaries, without good self-esteem, or a parent who is a friend instead of being a parent. I read an article today from Parenting.com that I really connected with. The article talked about how girls these days need to grow up knowing that beauty is not the only important thing. That beauty can only get you so far and that there is more to life than looking like Paris Hilton or acting like Lindsay Lohan.
Afraid your daughter is going to turn into one of these girls someday? Well, you can help to prevent that. Mother's,
1. You need to take an active role in your daughters life from an early age. They may not like it, but you have to do it.
2. Try to build their confidence every day. Show them and tell them that they are good at something.
3. Encourage them to think outside of the box and be unique and who they really want to be.
4. Enroll them in actives. Not just sports, but other social or learning actives. Like a book club, for example.
5. Make sure to encourage their "brains" and not just their "beauty."
6. Don't be afraid to set rules and hold your daughter's (and sons) accountable for their actions. A lot of kids these days get away with anything.
The more involved you are in you daughter's life the more they will appreciate it when they are older. My mother (and father) were always in my business. They always had rules and if I didn't follow them I was in TROUBLE. I probably told them I "hated" them once or twice, but now that I am the age that I am, I truly understand why they were so involved. And realize that I would not be the woman that I am today. So mother's, get involved and encourage your daughter's to NOT be like everyone else!
Remeber....Mypersonalizedprint.com has great placemats to help grow those "brains." We've got great activities on the back! And....you can follow me on Twitter at @Mycreatedprint
Monday, July 25, 2011
Bringing the Family Together
Need a fun end of the summer activity that brings the whole family together? I have a great idea!
This past weekend I went fishing with my family for the first time! It was so much fun and very relaxing. We all had a great time and got a chance to visit before things started to get crazy! Spending time with family is very important to me.
Choose a day, that isn't to hot or humid, to go to a local forest preserve. Pick a spot with a good sized lake that has picnic tables fairly close to the lake. Whoever has a fishing license should bring their poles. If you don't have a licences you can pick one up for $15 at your local Wal-Mart or gun emporium. (Yes, I know, that sounds a little funny) But, if you don't have a license you can get fined quiet a bit of money. (In case you were wondering....the money goes to the fund to re-stock fish in all of the lakes every year)
Have each family bring a dish to pass, picnic style of course. And make sure you have a spot with a grill. It would be fun to bring some picnic style games as well. Like...Bago, ladder golf, Frisbee or wiffel ball. There will be something there for everyone!
Just sit back, relax and enjoy the day with each other. Sometimes the most fun you have is just sitting around and catching up!
Mypersonalizedprint.com has great personalized placemats. We even have a forest themed placemat with a fishing bear! Perfect for your family fishing outing or afterwords to keep the memory fresh!
This past weekend I went fishing with my family for the first time! It was so much fun and very relaxing. We all had a great time and got a chance to visit before things started to get crazy! Spending time with family is very important to me.
Choose a day, that isn't to hot or humid, to go to a local forest preserve. Pick a spot with a good sized lake that has picnic tables fairly close to the lake. Whoever has a fishing license should bring their poles. If you don't have a licences you can pick one up for $15 at your local Wal-Mart or gun emporium. (Yes, I know, that sounds a little funny) But, if you don't have a license you can get fined quiet a bit of money. (In case you were wondering....the money goes to the fund to re-stock fish in all of the lakes every year)
Have each family bring a dish to pass, picnic style of course. And make sure you have a spot with a grill. It would be fun to bring some picnic style games as well. Like...Bago, ladder golf, Frisbee or wiffel ball. There will be something there for everyone!
Just sit back, relax and enjoy the day with each other. Sometimes the most fun you have is just sitting around and catching up!
Mypersonalizedprint.com has great personalized placemats. We even have a forest themed placemat with a fishing bear! Perfect for your family fishing outing or afterwords to keep the memory fresh!
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