Geo-caching: A Perfect Springtime Activity

Posted by Tami One of my favorite springtime activities is geo caching. It is adventure wrapped in fitness while spending time with your loved ones. I’m not sure how long this phenomenon has been going on around the country but I picked it up off the internet a few years ago. It is essentially a treasure hunt but the emphasis is on the adventure rather than the treasure. Truthfully, there never is really anything too...

Spring Break Staycation!

So, just around the corner is spring break. Considering that the economic times are not the best we have seen, a lot of families are seeking inexpensive ways to celebrate the week with each other and not having to break the bank. How about instead of a vacation, try a staycation! Families are in luck, because whether you live in Florida, like we do, or somewhere else there are plenty of fun things to do that will not require...

Springtime Picnic With Your Family

(This is a guest post by one of our readers) As the cold days of winter begin to recede into the past, it is time to enjoy the balmy days of early spring with your children. Down here in Texas spring comes early, which means we get to bask in the warm sun while Northern parts of the country are still plastered in snow. While we pay the price for this with incredibly hot summers, for now it is time to get outside and take...

Spring – A Time For Family Enjoyment

As spring approaches, families prepare for beautiful days filled with sunshine and fun. It is a favorite time of year as families often try to reconnect and spend much needed time together in the great outdoors. With the previous winter only a memory, they take advantage of what the “outside” offers. Warmer temperatures, picturesque views, nature, and more are at the fingertips of families who are willing to get out there...

Springtime Picnic

Celebrate the warmth of Spring with a family picnic. Grab a sheet to sit on, a Frisbee and a few of these tasty sandwiches and delicious picnic food and enjoy the day with your family. Cobb Salad Pitas Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 small avocado (preferably California) 2 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken (about 2 whole breasts) 1/2 cup chopped seeded...