Last Thursday friends from our church gathered for a Garden Party.  It was good ‘ol fashion fun with fancy hats and gloves, dinner on china, and stories from the older ladies in our group.  As I visited with these women, I was inspired by their courage and resiliency in life.  Imagine riding in a horse…

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  If you are in the full swing of summer and feel like you’re running out of ideas, ask the experts!  Our kids know what they like and what’s important to them.  So when making plans this summer, make sure and get their input.  It may sound obvious, but sometimes in the hustle I forget…

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  Tip #1:  Electronic devices—bring ‘em!  This is a great time to let the kids zone out.  -Get some fresh movies and apps for the road. -Screen shot the route of travel and identify cities/monuments along the way.  (Easy to do on paper and let kids color the route.) -Think extra battery or portable charger!…

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 Preparing yourself for a great road trip involves an honest look at reality.    Consider this scenario.  Because of school schedules, we did try Magic Formula #2 (See Part 1) recently and it was awesome!  The older boys flew to Utah and then drove home with us.  As we approached the return drive, I heard our…

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I love travelling and exploring new things as a family.  Because we have 4 children, that plan almost always includes a car and a really long drive.  But, honestly, I do not love long car trips.  The thought is painful to me.   I really try to have a good attitude.  It’s just not my favorite…

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