Zephyr Hill

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Back to School Tip: Fun and Learning at Mealtimes

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Thank you Mardi Gras Napkins for sponsoring this post. Visit your local retailer to get the conversation going in your home! In the month before school starts, you might be looking for ways to gently ease your children back into learning mode. One easy and natural way to do this is with stimulating conversations. A simple question and answer format works well. What if I told told you there was a really fun way to do this, right at the family dinner table? Mardi Gras Napkins conversation Continue Reading

Looking for a Profitable, Family-Friendly Business Opportunity?

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Have you ever dreamed about combining a business with family life? Buying a franchise can provide a good income and allow you to all work together. Choosing the right franchise for your family business is key. You want something that's not only family-friendly, but stable and growing. Look no further than Snapology, where children ages 1 through 14 can learn and have fun through engaging, hands-on activities. Kansas City is local to me, and it's booming, but guess what? Snapology hasn't Continue Reading

Bambino Mio Baby Clothing Review & Giveaway

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Bambino Mio diapers and covers are part of our regular rotation, so I was really happy to hear about their new baby clothing line which is compatible with reusable diapers. Bambino Mio sent Mary Kate a clothing set in size 6 to 12 months to try out, and is offering a giveaway, too (details in a minute)! After you enter my Bambino Mio giveaway, "hop" around to the other blogs listed at the very bottom because they are giving away some great prizes too! Bambino Mio's clothing set includes a Continue Reading

Easy St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Pin for Children

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What happens if you don't wear green on St. Patrick's Day? Most children know that you're in danger of being pinched, so to avoid that catastrophe, help your little ones to make these fun little pins to wear. This is an easy little craft that doesn't require any special cutting tools or a hot glue gun. Here are the supplies you'll need: Scissors Craft foam in the colors of Ireland (green, white, orange, etc.) Adhesive dots - we use the Scotch brand Bar pin backs - you can find Continue Reading

How to Earn College Credits Faster, and for Less Money

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In this day and age, the idea of sitting behind a desk for four straight years (and taking out student loans) to earn your college credits is a thing of the past. More and more students are finding ways to work towards a degree beyond the traditional classroom. Taking CLEP exams is a smart way to achieve your educational goals. You’ve probably heard people talk about “CLEPPING out” of a class. What exactly does that mean? CLEP stands for the College Level Examination Program. Created and Continue Reading