Encourage Early Literacy With Help From The King County Library System
It is never too early to instill a passion for reading. The King County Library System (KCLS) offers several ways to get your young child Ready to Read. And for even more digital and print content for your children to read, watch, listen to and learn with, explore our kids page. This post is sponsored by The King Count...
Aug 30, 2023
Packable Protein: Satisfying Back-To-School Lunch Ideas
People disagree about a lot of things these days, but here's something I think we can all agree on: School lunch times are ridiculous. Some kids eat at 10:15. Others don't get lunch until nearly 1:00. Each fall my kids anticipate learning what time their lunch is almost as much as they look forward to finding out who t...
Aug 28, 2023
Family Friendly Seattle Bucket List for Summer Fun
Even though back to school supplies are on the shelf, summer is not over yet! There is still so much fun to bed had and we are here to help. Our friends at the Westin Seattle are the perfect go to if you want to make it an extended stay as well. I love that they are walking distance from so many fun things and if you h...
Aug 09, 2023
Sunflower Craft
"And the yellow sunflower by the brook, in autumn beauty stood." -William Cullen Bryant I can't help but feel some excitement for the changing season ahead when I see the sunflowers bloom every August. I know it's not yet autumn and we still have a few weeks of summer left to enjoy, but to me, sunflowers have...
Aug 09, 2023
Get Free Museum and Park Passes With a KCLS Library Card
Museums and parks offer a great way to get your family out of the house during the summer to explore nature and learn new things. However, ticket and pass costs can end up breaking the bank. Good thing you can reserve free museum and park passes with a King County Library System (KCLS) library card! This post is sponso...
Jul 11, 2023
King County Library System Summer Reading Program
Nothing keeps kids learning like reading! Instill a love of reading in your child by participating in a summer reading program. If you are looking for one near you, consider the highly-anticipated program at the King County Library System! Each year, they challenge King County residents of all ages - that means you too...
Jun 19, 2023
Make Meaningful Moments with Your Family at Westin Seattle
It's often hard to find something fun that can please the entire family. Don't you agree? From grandma to the youngest, how can we find activities that allow us to bond as a family that everyone is going to love? I'm here to tell you that we have found it! A staycation at Westin Seattle. Rebecca received a free stay at...
May 23, 2023
Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
Looking for a delicious new pie recipe for the warmer months? This one is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The filling tastes as good as it looks and it's fun to have an excuse to use rhubarb once in a while! This perennial veggie may not be as popular as others, but rhubarb is amazing in pies and jams. This post...
May 16, 2023
Spring Bloom at Knutson Farms
Looking for something fun to do with your family this month? Head down to Knutson Farms in Sumner, Washington for their annual Spring Bloom event! My family and I just spent the afternoon there and had a blast, and that's not always easy to accomplish with four kids between the ages of one and twelve! Check out the fun...
Apr 18, 2023
March Gardening
"March brings breezes loud and shrill, stirs the dancing daffodil."-The Months, Sara Coleridge Oh March, how I love thee! The weather always keeps us guessing and there is so much excitement in the air. We are filled with anticipation for the warmer months ahead and the life blooming all around us. Everything...
Feb 25, 2023