Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes: Find Your State's Favorite
Thanksgiving is here, and you know what that means: stretchy pants and side dishes galore! Forget about th…
Free Thanksgiving Printable Will Keep Kids Busy on Turkey Day
Looking for something to keep the kids entertained and out from under foot Thanksgiving Day? At leas…
5 Thanksgiving Crafts to Celebrate Gratitude & Family With Kids
Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reflect on what we’re grateful for and encourage our children t…
The Best Cut-Out Cookie Dough Recipe
Ever embarked on a cookie quest only to find yourself in a doughy dilemma, battling sticky situations tha…
DIY "Scent-Sational" Play Dough
'Tis the season for giving and good smells and this activity is perfect for this time of year!A few y…
5 Ways To Use Up That Leftover Turkey (Without Getting Sick of It)
After the Thanksgiving feast comes the inevitable – a fridge full of leftovers! While turkey sandwi…
Turkey Cookies are a Feast of Fun for Kids This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is all about family, gratitude, and of course, delicious food. This year, add some fun and c…
Get Away this Season to Chicago's Second Shore
Looking for an easy getaway? Someplace close enough where you can toss a couple of bags in the car…
Easy Homemade Pumpkin Play Dough
Chicago is gearing up for Fall! Fall colors, fall flavors and all of the fun that the season brings…
Why the Holidays Can Be Difficult for Special Needs Families
So many of us with special needs kids wonder how we will make it through the holidays. Many of us get los…
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