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Get yourself invited back! This is the time of year when we need a change of scene, preferably at a ski resort or a beach, and folding in a visit with friends adds to the fun. Here are some ideas…
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Get yourself invited back! This is the time of year when we need a change of scene, preferably at a ski resort or a beach, and folding in a visit with friends adds to the fun. Here are some ideas…
Continue readingIt’s that time of year again! I have many people on my list who would love to receive a gift of delicious food, so here are some of my top picks for you to choose from. Never underestimate the power…
Continue readingPlaying together. Pictionary Game plus Harry Potter! Instead of drawing with paper and pencil, a player draws the clue in the air with a wand. A player chooses a card, and ‘draws’ the clues in the air with…
Continue readingThe best presents come in small packages! ‘The world’s thinnest portable charger” This portable charger weighs only 2 oz. and at .16” thick, it is small enough to slip into your wallet. It is the size of a credit card…
Continue readingCreative Kids. This past year has been oddly wonderful for children with outsized imaginations and creativity. Less structure and outside activity have given children time to draw, sing, dance and ‘make believe’ at home. Here are some holiday gift ideas…
Continue readingFood and cooking equipment that make great holiday or stocking presents. ASE reader Margaret S. gave me the idea of doing a culinary gift article again this year. Since I love to eat and cook, I happily agreed. Some of…
Continue readingEven the North Pole may have ‘supply chain’ challenges. Plan ahead. Most children have spent more time than usual at home recently. Public play spaces and museums are not as tempting as they were two years ago. Here are some…
Continue readingAn excuse to have a treat for 24 days in a row! I have always been a big fan of advent calendars. My mother thought one would distract me while waiting for Christmas to finally arrive. The other trick my…
Continue readingEven the Polar Express may have supply chain issues, plan ahead! Trains, trucks, and automobiles – anything with wheels. Here are some ideas to refresh the play space at home – especially for children who love to move, ZOOM and…
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