Get ready to gather around with your loved ones and celebrate the spirit of gratitude with some exciting Thanksgiving family games! Whether you're looking to create lasting memories, engage in friendly competition, or simply have a good laugh together, these games are perfect for adding extra fun to your holiday festivities. From classic favorites like charades and scavenger hunts to unique Thanksgiving-themed challenges, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So, grab your family members, put on your game faces, and let the holiday games begin! What are some popular Thanksgiving family games? There are several popular Thanksgiving family games that are enjoyed by people of all ages. Some classic favorites include charades, Pictionary, board games like "Turkey Bingo," and outdoor … [Read more...]
How to make Galaxy Easter Eggs
We love to dye eggs around here for Easter. It's simple, fun and, you can turn them into Deviled Eggs after the fact if you really want to. I just know your kids will love making these Galaxy Easter Eggs, as mine did. How to make Galaxy Easter Eggs You will want to use hard-boiled eggs for this activity. There are a few ways to do this. Boil them on the stove OR get all fancy and make Hard-boiled eggs in the Instant Pot. Instant pot is faster in my opinion. Can I use the paint on warm hard-boiled eggs? No, you’ll need to wait for the eggs to cool down before you get started. After you’ve boiled the eggs, allow them to soak in a bowl of cold water to cool down at a faster pace. Give it about an hour or so before attempting to add the paint to the shells to create that … [Read more...]
Family Game Night Gift Guide
We LOVE a good family game night. My family generally does these on Sundays. It's an 'unplug day' and we hang out and play games, go to the park, etc. Music in the background and an array of snacks laid out and we dig into games and laugh all afternoon/evening. I wanted to lay out our top picks and then add a few more for your choosing. This gift guide will grow and continue to grow as we review more games and try new ones we find. What can you do on a family game night? Creativity is key when it comes to having a successful family game night; why not split into teams and come up with wacky challenges such as relay races? Take turns coming up with questions related to pop culture trivia and reward points accordingly – whoever earns the most points at the end gets bragging rights … [Read more...]
How to get Military Discount SeaWorld Tickets
SeaWorld is an amusement park with a marine theme. It's home to Shamu, the world's most famous killer whale, and a host of other aquatic creatures. If you're planning a visit with your family, here's what you can expect. First, there are plenty of rides and attractions to keep everyone entertained. You can also see shows featuring dolphins, whales, and sea lions. And don't forget the aquariums - they're some of the largest in the country. So grab your SeaWorld tickets and experience the excitement that is SeaWorld! SeaWorld Orlando is, by far, one of the most popular tourist destinations, and with good reason. The theme park focuses heavily on marine life. It's best known for its incredible aquatic shows that people from areas across the country and worldwide look forward to … [Read more...]
Free Military Welcome Home Banners And Signs
Is someone special in your life coming home from the military? If so, you probably want to greet them in a way that will show them how much you appreciate their service and have missed them since they’ve been gone. Did you know that it’s possible to get free military welcome home banners and signs to hold and put out on display for your loved ones to see? If not, be sure to check out this list of incredible places that offer such a wonderful welcome home gift. We all know about the freebies for active-duty military, retired military, and veterans on Veterans day but there are a few freebies available all year round including free wedding dresses and free military welcome home banners. Where do you buy military welcome home banners? BuildASign and eSign are two great places to … [Read more...]
Disney World Tips – How to Save for a Disney Vacation
Think about it, the average family cannot afford a Disney World Vacation. Many families save for years for this trip. So it is very important to get the most for your money! These Disney World tips are designed to get the most bang for your buck! Take what works for you, alter a few but for the most part, you will leave how to save for a Disney Vacation your family will love and remember for years. Disney World Tips - How to Save for a Disney Vacation If you are a Florida resident you can also get a ticket discount! Find alternative routes to buying tickets. To put this simply. You do not need to buy tickets from Disney. Find another route, unless you enjoy paying full price for tickets. ( not me! ) Are you a military family? Make sure you check out the Armed Forces Salute! … [Read more...]
5 Fun and Frugal Fall Date Night Ideas
Date nights can be hard to plan when you're on a tight budget. So many of us fall into the trap that date nights have to be out doing stuff, like dinner and a movie that can easily end up costing over $100! Not very budget-friendly. I have to say fall is one of the best times to plan some frugal date nights! These are my top favorite frugal fall date night ideas! 5 Frugal Fall Date Night Ideas Date night is one way that you can help your relationship to be what it used to be. Once or twice a month, you and your spouse, partner, or whoever, need time away! Even if you don’t have the money, you still need to put date night into play so that you get time as a couple, away from the prying eyes of children. There are a ton of different ideas that you can do to have a date that … [Read more...]
20 Fun Must Find Items on a Fall Pumpkin Patch Trip
Fall and a trip to the local pumpkin patch go hand in hand. Kids love exploring pumpkin patches and enjoying all of the seasonal items there are to see. Before you head to the fall pumpkin patch this year, consider these 20 items to spy on a fall pumpkin patch trip. You will find that you can turn your pumpkin patch trip into a learning adventure the whole family can enjoy! 20 Fun Must Find Items on a Fall Pumpkin Patch Trip If you wish, you can print out this list of 20 items to spy on a fall pumpkin patch trip and take it with you. Check off items as you find them, or even sketch pictures of them in a notebook. This way kids can always remember this special adventure! Related: 5 Fun and Frugal Fall Date Night Ideas Look for mini gourds and mini pumpkin varieties. See what … [Read more...]
9 of the Best Frugal Summer Date Night Ideas
Do you have big plans to date your spouse this summer, but don’t know where to get started? Well, thanks to the nice weather, summer dates are possible! You’re not limited to only a few things like you would be in the winter months. Here are some summer date night ideas to check out! Frugal Summer Date Night Ideas Take a walk around the river or lake - Most towns or cities have at least one lake or multiple lakes. Spend some time walking with your loved one and enjoying the nice weather and scenery Get $1 cones from McDonald’s - In the mood for something delicious and sweet? Don’t pay an arm and a leg for ice cream. Simply go to McDonald’s and pay $1 for a cone! Don’t like ice cream? Get coffee! Ride bikes around town - Even if you don’t have your own bikes, you can borrow … [Read more...]
12 Family Summer Activities That You Won’t Believe are Actually FREE
Summer is finally here, which is great news. Like most other families in this country, we’re on a budget too. No one wants to spend a ton of money on family activities that they can’t afford. If you’re looking for family summer activities you will love that these are actually free! 12 Family Summer Activities That You Won't Believe are Actually Free! Visit all the parks in your area - Challenge yourself to visit all the parks in your area. Most communities have at least one park, if not multiple. If you don’t have a park in your area, then head to the local towns. Parks are almost always free, which is a great opportunity for family time. You can pack a lunch and just enjoy each other’s company. Splash pads! - A lot of towns are starting to set up splash pads. They … [Read more...]