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Family Activity Opportunity: Sign Up for a Class at Michael’s

When was the last time you went to Michael’s: The Arts & Crafts Store? It’s a regular stop for this family as I’ve detailed many times about doing crafts with my daughter. There’s more to Michael’s than just buying the supplies – they offer classes and demos in just about everything. These classes can be family activities to help all of you learn something new and they are definitely worth it for fun with your kids. Some of the classes available for you and your family include: Kid’s Club Michael’s has a Kid’s Club program that this month includes activities … Continue reading →

Putting the Fun Back into FUNdraising

It’s fall, school is back in and it’s time to start the fundraising efforts that PTA’s launch every year in an effort to raise funds for the school. When I was a kid, I didn’t pay much attention to the fundraising efforts beyond what prizes could be won. My daughter was thinking in a somewhat similar vein when she brought home her fund raising package on Friday. But I thought about it over the weekend and last night, she and I sat down to discuss the FUNdraising that needed to be done and why it needed to be. I asked … Continue reading →

Their Love Is Your Love

Do you remember what attracted you to your spouse in the first place? Do you remember what made you decide to get together with them? Do you remember what inspired you to make that first connection? If you’re like most people, what brought you and your spouse together the very first time was a common interest. That common interest may have been related to being in the same place at the same time (i.e. a party or a workplace) or knowing the same person (i.e. a relative or a mutual friend) or it may be related to a hobby (i.e. … Continue reading →