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Spring Ahead

I can’t wait for spring to arrive. Actually, I’d love to fast forward to summer.  However, when it’s 2 degrees out with a windchill factor of 25 below zero, I will happily settle for a shot of spring. Since I can’t control Mother Nature, I’ve decided to take matters into my own hands by injecting a little spring fun into our home.  My 8-year-old is sick and tired of the snow and cold, but we can’t afford a trip to the Caribbean, so we’re making do with the following budget-conscious spring-themed activities: Spring Art:  Let your kids flex their creative … Continue reading →

Spring Fun in D.C.

It’s that time of year again… time to get lost among the cherry blossoms in President Barack Obama’s backyard. The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. kicks off in just a couple of weeks and this year organizers are predicting record crowds. Each spring millions of tourists from around the world flock to D.C. to witness the explosion of pale pink blossoms. The flowers, which were originally a gift from Japan in 1912 to symbolize its friendship with the United States, flank the city’s Tidal Basin near the Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Festival organizers say the cherry blossoms should reach … Continue reading →