Teacher Appreciation Week: Gift Ideas Teacher Appreciation Week is fast approaching! We celebrate our wonderful teachers the week of May 6-10, 2024. Teachers have a tough job. Not only do they teach our children math, science, and social studies; but they also teach our children social skills, emotional skills, and problem-solving skills. Teachers spend so much time with our children throughout the school year wearing many hats to guide and support our children; for example,...
10 Go-To Take Out Restaurants in Des Moines I try to make as many healthy, homemade meals as possible. Sometimes life makes it impossible. After a 10-hour work day and busy nights, take-out food is our best bet for dinner. After our 10-day road trip to Montana and Wyoming, we had our fill of fast food (I can't drive by a McDonald's without feeling nauseous). Luckily, we have plenty of local favorites that are quick,...
Indoor Water Parks Near Des Moines, Iowa We love a fun getaway, and what better place to stay than somewhere with an indoor water park? There are many great options across the Midwest for older kids and small children. Whether it is freezing cold outside and you have the urge to swim or if it is steamy and rainy, here is a list of the best indoor water parks near Des Moines, Iowa for a...
Kid-Friendly Des Moines Coffee Shops During a road trip coming back from Illinois, both kids had been having epic meltdowns and we still had two hours to go. Luckily, we stumbled upon the Dodge Street Coffeehouse, in Iowa City. There is a full menu of drinks and treats and an amazing kids’ corner full of toys. I let my toddler play for a while as I regained some sanity. It made me think though, what...
Des Moines Garden Centers Spring is in the air and it is planting season. While it may be easy to visit your local Home Depot Garden Center, visiting local garden centers can be a fun outing for a family. It is a great way to get your children involved with nature and interested in how flowers grow, where their food comes from, and more. Looking for a Mother's Day gift idea? Purchase a gift card...