• Birthday,  Celebrations,  Money Saving Tips,  Recipes,  Snacks

    How to Throw a Great Dog Birthday Party with Items From the Dollar Tree

    This year my son turned 12 and requested a dog themed birthday party…how fun is that! As usual everything seemed to come together for a fun party that was enjoyed by all our guests. One of the main ideas was to serve food in doggie bowls that actually looked like food a dog would eat. This created so many funny moments as the boys devoured their treats. Here is a “ruff” idea of what we served our guests when they arrived at the Dog Party: Dog Water Bowls (made with blue Jello) Dog Chow (recipe here) Mini Hot Dogs Dog Pound Lollipops (Oriental Trading Co) Puppy Chews (Pepperoni Sticks) Dog…

  • 10 Reasons to get a National Parks pass
    National Parks,  Travel

    10 Reasons to get a National Parks Pass

    10 Reasons to get a National Parks Pass TRAVEL: It’s a great excuse for a roadtrip. INEXPENSIVE: National Park vacations are amazing, even on a tight budget. FAMILY MEMORIES: Spending quality time with your kids provides memories for years to come. EXPLORING: Gives you a reason to go to places you might not have considered. COLLECTING: Collect all kinds of fun cancelation stamps with your National Parks Passport. REJUVENATE: Getting out in nature is good for the soul. PHOTOGRAPHY: The amazing landscapes are photographers dream. WILDLIFE: Witness different kinds of animals large and small out in the wild. EXERCISE: There are many beautiful trails to hike, giving you an up-close look at the unique landscapes. DISCOVERY: National Parks…