Tag: Family Fun

Happy 4th of July – Freedom, Independence – and FREE Coffee!

  Happy 4th of July! I hope and pray you all have a FABULOUS 4th – full of food, friends, family, fireworks and fun (and FREE coffee)! {How’s that for some alliteration?!} We typically spend the afternoon at the beach, and stay till the Fireworks show (that is put on right next to us) is… Continue reading Happy 4th of July – Freedom, Independence – and FREE Coffee!

The one thing you will NEVER regret!

What do you regret? I have had a lot of regrets throughout my life so far – wishing I had done things differently in raising my older kids, regretting all the hours I spent trying to make money from home when my kids were little (and we were doing fine without that “extra income”), and… Continue reading The one thing you will NEVER regret!

FREE Rita’s Italian Ice – First Day of Spring 3/20

I know it’s been warm here lately in Virginia Beach and has felt like summer has arrived already! {Lovin it!}  Last week we even broke a record with an 87 degree day . . . in March!  It was hot (especially in my van now that the AC broke!) Tomorrow’s forecast – a warm 73… Continue reading FREE Rita’s Italian Ice – First Day of Spring 3/20

Fun Friday: Great Wolf Lodge Howling Heroes Promo Code

Howling Heroes Are you a Hero? I know we all are heroes in different ways and to different people.  But if you are a “hero” as defined by Great Wolf Lodge, they have a special 20% off Promo Code just for you. Code:  HEROES Here’s the scoop on who can use it (ie – the… Continue reading Fun Friday: Great Wolf Lodge Howling Heroes Promo Code

Happy Valentine’s Day!!

Happy Valentine’s Day! I had wanted to say Happy Valentine’s Day to all of you earlier today, but I ended spending the day preparing to surprise my kids and hubby with a turkey dinner, “fancy” decorations for the table (including the “good” plates and glasses), homemade Valentine’s cards for the kids (that started off going… Continue reading Happy Valentine’s Day!!

Slugs & Bugs Under Where? Review and Giveaway!

This day will never come again! What am I talking about? This is the very FIRST GIVEAWAY on Mothering Matters! {I can hear the cheers . . . Yay!!}  Yes – we’ll have many more giveaways to come . . . but this “First” will never come again. I am honored and thrilled to be… Continue reading Slugs & Bugs Under Where? Review and Giveaway!

Fun Friday: Costumes & Playing Dress-up . . . It’s more than just for Halloween!

Costumes Ok – I know it’s not Halloween {um . . . not even close, Lori!}. But as a mom of 5 kids (+ 1 extra in the pic below!), I have to say – we do have our share of costumes around here! Many of them are “homemade”, but occasionally we’ve bought some from… Continue reading Fun Friday: Costumes & Playing Dress-up . . . It’s more than just for Halloween!

Great Wolf Lodge NEW Promo Code – 48 hours only!

Great Wolf Lodge (Williamsburg)- Only $169.99/night For Williamsburg ONLY. See website for details.  *Rate based on 4 guests per room. Click HERE to make your reservations now! Promo Code: R48HOUR Sale ends FRIDAY 1/27/2012 at 11am EST Send this deal to your friends via FB, Twitter or other ways below! *The “undefined” one is Pinterest. … Continue reading Great Wolf Lodge NEW Promo Code – 48 hours only!

Great Wolf Lodge Promo Code 2012 – Feed your Family

  Great Wolf Lodge Deal Promo Code Our family LOVES Great Wolf Lodge.  If you are not able to take advantage of the fantastic Homeschool Experience discounted dates this year – here’s another promo code for you (for Williamsburg, VA).  I will try to keep you updated on future promo codes as well.  You know… Continue reading Great Wolf Lodge Promo Code 2012 – Feed your Family

1/20 – Homeschool Day: Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center – VA Beach

Thanks to Home Educators Association of Virginia  and The Coupon Consultant for the following information: HOMESCHOOL DAY AT THE VIRGINIA AQUARIUM AND MARINE SCIENCE CENTER An HEAV-Sponsored Event! Location: 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach Date: Friday, January 20 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special Homeschool Day Rate: $10/adult; $8/children (2-18 years old); children under… Continue reading 1/20 – Homeschool Day: Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center – VA Beach

Fun Friday: Grand Iluminations & Parades – Hampton Roads

Here are a few of the local Grand Illuminations for you to enjoy! **Information was taken from  Virginia is for Lovers.  You can find MANY more listings for other local holiday events (lights, parades, and even Winter Wonderland – displays from Coleman’s Nursery – a Hampton Roads tradition!) Founder’s Inn – Virginia Beach Sunday, November… Continue reading Fun Friday: Grand Iluminations & Parades – Hampton Roads

Money Monday Deal: Great Wolf Lodge Homeschool Days – $139!

**Updated 1/11/12 – If you are looking for the 2012 dates and codes – I’ve listed them HERE. Even though I am not a homeschooling mom {gasp! . . . I know – right?!  5 kids – and I don’t homeschool?  I think people think that if you have that many kids – you just… Continue reading Money Monday Deal: Great Wolf Lodge Homeschool Days – $139!

Family Traditions

I know that people typically talk about traditions around Christmas – but a couple of days ago, I had the chance to talk with a casting director for an upcoming web series show called It’s a Family Thing (from the producers of The Biggest Loser and MSN).  They are seeking to create a  “new, fun… Continue reading Family Traditions