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5 Festive Ways to Have The Ultimate Cinco De Mayo!

How is Cinco De Mayo Celebrated? Hint: There’s more to this Mexican holiday than tacos and tequila. If you are old enough to go out and imbibe a cocktail once in a while, (or maybe you’re not…), it’s extremely possible you’re aware of the traditional Mexican holiday that happens every year on the 5th of May: Cinco de Mayo!  In honor of this festive holiday where we eat Mexican food and throw back some

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7 Easy Cinco de Mayo Decoration Ideas

Before the official start of summer (Memorial Day), there’s one holiday we can’t forget: Cinco de Mayo! The holiday commemorates the 1862 Battle of Puebla where a poor, ragtag Mexican army defeated the better equipped French forces. The Mexican army was vastly outnumbered, so the win was a true underdog victory! Cinco de Mayo came to symbolize resilience against all odds and a day to celebrate Mexican culture. And for Americans, it’s known for

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17 Pool Floats You Need To Chill Out This Summer 

When the scorching summer temps hit, there’s one thing that pops into everyone’s mind: “just get me to the pool!” And we know swimming laps is great for you and all, but lounging on quality pool floats can make pool time SO. MUCH. BETTER. If you’re looking to beat the heat this summer, our SLOOSH line of pool floats for adults and kids are just the ticket to chill-ville. Grab a hat, shades, and

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11 Best Beach Toys for Kids this Summer 2022

We all know the summer can be long and hot. So, hopefully, a beach vacation is in your future. One where you can relax and work on your tan, all while taking in the calming sounds of the ocean waves. That all sounds like a dream, right? While beach days sound great in theory (because they are!) the reality could be more stressful with children in tow. Because you need to A. watch them

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5 Best Tips To Know When Buying Swimwear for Kids

As the weather heats up, it’s that time to start prepping for the fun outdoor summer activities coming up ahead. And sizzlin’ summer temperatures means lots of water playtime. Kids grow fast, so it’s likely you’ll need to replenish your child’s swimsuits this summer. So make sure your little ones are stocked with new kids’ swimsuits and swimwear so they are ready to go as soon as that last bell of the school year

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18 Water Toys to Beat the Heat

Hey all you Moms out there! Summer is quickly approaching you know what that means…a long summer break with your kiddos. We feel that. Finding activities to keep them occupied can seem like a challenge, but what’s one thing we can all agree on? That cooling off and having fun in the water is mandatory! Whether it’s at the pool, beach, or even a backyard hose, there’s nothing like splashing around with all your

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18 Fun-filled Toys and Games to Play on Easter Sunday 2022

Are you planning a family gathering for this year’s Easter holiday and in need of some good old fashioned family entertainment? As we explored in our previous Easter post, this holiday can be a cheerful day spent gathering with loved ones, cooking up a delicious meal and weather permitting, playing outside! And along with games, Easter is a wonderful time to get crafty –as in… we’re just dye-ing to color some eggs over here!

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4 Ways You Can Find the Perfect Easter Decorations for Your Home

Spring is in the air! And we are here to welcome the new season with open arms! We gladly soak up the sunshine and bask in the sweet-smelling scents of fresh flowers abloom. Spring is a time of new beginnings so dare we say, there’s a certain spring in our step? It’s rejuvenating! Along with said springtime buzz comes the annual Easter holiday. Easter is a joyful time to gather with family and friends,

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7 Marvelous Mardi Gras Traditions You Need To Know

Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras) 2022 is March 1st this year, and after we learned about this midwinter bacchanal in our previous post, we want to show the best ways you can participate and overindulge like a Mardi Gras pro.  If you can’t make it to New Orleans, (or any other far-away Carnival destination), not to worry! If you look for the Mardi, it will find you! Chances are a Mardi Gras event is happening

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5 Surprising Facts About St. Patrick’s Day (And Ways to Celebrate)

Top o’ the mornin’ to ya! March 17th will be here before you know it and you know what that means – St.Patrick’s Day! Put on the green (pinchers be gone!), hit the pubs, and order those green beers. Preferably in that order! While St. Patrick’s Day isn’t technically an official holiday, (as in no day off work) this holiday is a spirited day celebrating all things Irish culture and good old fashioned shenanigans.

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8 Fun Facts about Mardi Gras 2022

“Laissez les bons temps rouler!” If you’ve ever been to New Orleans, there’s a good chance you’ve spotted this French phrase on banners and posters around the city. It means, “Let the good times roll!” It also happens to be the official phrase of Mardi Gras and perfectly sums up what this spirited, jazzy spring-break style blow-out is all about.   You’ve probably heard that mobs of people descend to Bourbon Street every year to

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Parenting In the Pandemic- Encourage

National Encouragement Day is celebrated on September 12th as a way to address the gloom and sadness many Americans feel after the annual September 11th memorials. Many people remember exactly where they were when the towers fell. Likewise, people over a certain age will probably always remember when they first heard of COVID-19. Because this pandemic is worldwide, the scale is unimaginable. As of August 2021, there have been almost five million deaths, 114

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3 Fun Ways To Turn a Basic Backyard into an Outdoor Play Area for Kids

Kids these days! When they have access to the world wide web on their phones or computer, how can anything else compare? Of course, they are probably not the only ones spending too much time online… Get outdoor and play! The world may be a big place, but even a small backyard has enough space to keep the kiddos entertained. Here are some ideas to help you expand their outdoor play horizons by turning

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3 Cool Birthday Party Ideas for Kids (Perfect for Backyards)

It’s that time of year again, where you are asking what to do for birthday party because your mini-me’s big day is coming soon. We know how hard it can be to plan an event for kids, so to make your life easier, here is a roundup of awesome outdoor themes and activities they’ll love. if you want to put the biggest smile on their face, you’ve come to the right place! It’s helpful

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6 Quick Ways to Help You De-stress (protect your heart) 

There is absolutely nothing more important than your mental and physical health. Your wellbeing is a priority! You are a priority. Life is a marathon not a sprint, meaning it is in your best interest to develop long-term strategies for reducing stress, because you will be here for a long time. There will always be stressful surprises, but you can try these tips to make most days feel pretty good, and that will help

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