Friday, May 11, 2018

MEMORIAL DAY OUTDOOR GAMES FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS


Bring the fun to your backyard this Memorial Day weekend with yard games for all ages. While you’re grilling up hotdogs and hamburgers, friends and family will be striking up friendly competition – and an appetite.
Here are a few of our favorite backyard games.

I have seen my family play this at our 4th of July parties but have never really played myself.

Wild Gate Sports Stars and Stripes Cornhole Tailgate Toss
You can’t beat a classic! Not only is cornhole a universally appealing game, it’s also easy to teach new or young players – less time teaching, more time playing. Plus, this set features a stars and stripes design that is perfect for your Memorial Day cookout and other events all summer long. Pull it out again later in the summer for the Fourth of July!
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Croquet was one of my biggest summer activities with my father, every now and then we even got my mother out to play with us. This is a game I would teach all of my friends how to play when they come over. It is time to buy a set and teach my own children how much fun this game is.

Baden Champions Series Croquet Sets
A croquet set is a summertime staple for backyards large and small. Designed for 2-6 players, we especially like how this set features hardwood mallets with soft rubber grips for comfort. It even comes with a complete croquet rulebook, perfect for new players or rusty ones.
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This is another game I would like to add to our outside games. Again I have seen my family play this at parties but have never played myself.

AGame 2017 Classic Ladderball Game 
If you’re looking for a new backyard challenge, this ladderball game fits the bill. Friends and family will appreciate the easy learning curve to this game, but the extra skill involved to getting the golf tosses around the ladders.
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Keep kids occupied and active this summer with this selection of our favorite backyard games from DICK’S Sporting Goods. Until 7/29, buy one game and get the second for 50% off. No code needed.

Poleish Sports Bottle Bash Game 
This unique game will put your kids’ skills to the test. Filled with competitive fun and excitement that the whole family can enjoy, Bottle Bash combines the games of disc golf and horseshoes with a few new twists.
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MashBall Game Set
This game set offers competitive fun in the backyard, the park, or the beach. Create two teams of two and take turns throwing the ball into the holes. The first team to get to all 10 holes win.
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This is another of our favorite beach and backyard games.

OrgoSport OGODISK-XS Game Set
From pool parties to backyard fun, this game set combines all of your child’s favorite games into one. Safe and fun to use, it’s perfect for playing disc golf, catch, baseball, or badminton. Kids can play in teams or individually.
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HOSTING ESSENTIALS FOR MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND


Memorial Day weekend is often filled with family and friends gathering together for good food and good times. If you’re planning a Memorial Day backyard BBQ, be sure you have a few essentials on hand to make it a weekend to remember.
Here are a few of our favorite hosting essentials.

Martha Stewart Wood 4-Pc Grilling Set 
If your grilling tools are looking more ‘tired and tarnished’ than ‘tried and true,’ it may be time for an upgrade. This four-piece wood grilling set features everything a grill master could need: a two-pronged fork, a basting brush, a spatula, and tongs, all with a classic rosewood handle and stainless steel finish.
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Ribbed Glass 2-Gallon Beverage Dispenser with Stand 
This beverage dispenser is sure to be a real crowd pleaser from Memorial Day and beyond. The large 2-gallon clear glass container holds enough liquid to last a couple of hours depending on your number of guests, so you can do more celebrating and less of worrying about beverage duty.
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Stars and Stripes Burlap Banner
Add some patriotic decor to your Memorial Day BBQ with this handmade banner. Its burlap material adds an authentic feel to your gathering. Grab several and string them across your deck or fence for the perfect party touch.
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Saturday, May 5, 2018

Making Camping more comfortable




Recently I was getting my daughter ready for summer sleep overs and camp and she asked for a pillow. Not wanting to send a pillow from home, you just never know what you can catch. I did some research and found this one by Cobiz that blows up easily, with a washable cover, including case.

I am so glad I found it. It is covered with a super soft cover. What you want to do when you get it is take it out of bag unroll, open back of pillow, open valve and it literally takes 3-5 breaths to fill. I was super surprised. After close valve cover pillow and you are ready to go.

When you are done all you do is open valve and push button while rolling from bottom to valve to release all air then store back in bag. Really easy even for children to do on their own.

As you can see my daughter wanted to try it out right away, and she fell fast asleep. She even has her friends use this when they spend the night if they don't bring their own. Great for car rides, planes, travel, sleep overs, and camping.

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Terry Treetop and the Christmas Star

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Terry Treetop and the Christmas Star
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Tali Carmi

Recently I was able to read another installment in the Terry Treetop series called Terry Treetop and the Christmas Star written by Tali Carmi. Our family has been reading books from Tali Carmi for the last few years and we are always excited to see what her characters will be up to next. 

In Terry Treetop and the Christmas Star we learn more about Terry Treetops family. They are getting ready for Christmas and find that their tree still needs to be decorated but are having a hard time getting the star where it belongs. Next comes the adventure which you can read all about in the story.

You can find Terry Treetop and the Christmas Star on Amazon below.




About the Author Tali Carmi

Tali Carmi spent her childhood in the dessert, she memorized many of the books her parents read to her. She played with words and rhymes, writing her first book of songs at the age of 10.
As she grew she turned to other hobbies and a successful career.
Now she is back writing stories for young children.

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Saturday, April 28, 2018

Word Rush



Recently our family was able to try out a new board game from Tactic called Word Rush. I thought it was going to be too hard for my 10 year old to play with us but it was much easier then I expected. After setting up the board as instructed, the first player flips over the sand timer as well as a category card and answers the card with one of the letters showing on the board. It has to be the first letter and has to fit the category. Once they are done they flip the timer over and set it on the letter they used and the next person tries to beat the first players time. If they don't they move ahead one spot on the game board. 

The last person to NOT reach OUT is the Winner. This game is recommended from 2-6 players, ages 8 and up and considered a family game, which is right up our alley. Lots of fun for family or a fun game night with friends. 

What Tactic has to say about Word Rush

The Rush is On for Tactic Game's new WORD RUSH game.
Think of a word before time runs out.
In this new fast paced, quick thinking game, place nine letter cards on the game board, turn a category card and set the timer in motion! Players think fast to come up with words that start with one of the letter cards AND match the category for that round The sand timer is flipped with every new word, so you'll need to hurry up before the time runs out, or you can wait and make the next player have even less time. Strategy of answering starts to get more intense as the sand timer can be flipped fast or slower.
The simple game play and clear rules make Word Rush an instant classic!
The sand timer makes sure that the players have to stay on their toes. Word Rush will keep you guessing in a fun flurry of letters and words!.

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