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National and State Parks

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 Are you looking for a good place to take your kids for a field trip that won't break the bank, be more stressful than it's worth and be overwhelming due to crowds? Are you just looking for a place to get your kids into nature safely away from the city? Look no further than the National Park Service! The most you'll have to pay for is a small entrance fee unless you're wanting any extras the park may have. You'll be supporting a good cause AND providing a breath of fresh air for your children!     If you live in or are visiting Southern Indiana, Clifty Falls State Park needs to be on your list! It's absolutely gorgeous!  There's plenty of space to just run, play and find bugs for the kids. Pavilions for eating or having a nature talk in the great outdoors. There are multiple spots to see the falls and get some good views of the surrounding area. Plenty of easier trails for the little legs of toddlers and younger kids to walk without too much strain. The nat...
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Birthday Parties

 Growing up I remember having a birthday party every year for several years. I was born in January so I also remember a lot of my friends were unable to come to those parties for two main reasons: snow and lack of funds/motivation to go to a party after Christmas not so long ago. I was not completely oblivious to the fact very few showed up once we got older. My mom was not really in the best financial position to have a party but felt bad if she didn't. The fact that it's the norm to have a party (and sometimes ridiculously extravagant ones) puts a lot of pressure on a parent and especially if you're low budget planning. I don't remember exactly when she decided but I do remember that one day she finally made the decision to change things up. No more yearly birthday parties. From now on it would be every other year we would have a party where we'd have a theme, invite friends and play games. On the off years we would have an immediate family only celebration with c...
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Toddler Boys

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A Little Reminder

 Here to remind you that you don’t always have to get it right. Sometimes you will make mistakes. Sometimes you will get absolutely NOTHING done that you wanted to.  Your house may be an absolute disaster and your kids may be covered in dirt from playing outside all day.  But you’re still a good mom.  All you have to do is start fresh with small steps the next morning. Make a cup of coffee…if it gets cold before you drink it just transfer to a tall glass and add ice and a straw! If you have littles then keep your schedule flexible because you never know what can happen! Keep your routines but don’t forget to take the time to snuggle, give hugs and remind your babies that they matter!
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Welcome, Dear Reader

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 Welcome to our little corner of cozy chaos, where life with kids is messy, magical, and full of wonder. From homeschool hacks and storybook adventures to travel tips and birthday party sparkle, we celebrate every crayon drawing, pillow pile, and picnic under the stars. Rooted in rustic charm and stitched together with love, this is your go-to space for slow days, wild imaginations, and joyful living — one blanket fort at a time.
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