Today is my 38th birthday! I love birthdays! Over the weekend, the mister surprised me with a birthday luncheon at The Morikami Japanese Gardens with all of our Florida family. When a birthday starts out with family, Japanese gardens, and green tea ice-cream – it was destined to be the beginning of a great year! Thank you Mister Lyon. I have a feeling 38 is going to be pretty amazing – I can’t wait!
Tag Archives | eco activities
Green Child Magazine: Build a Recycled Fairy Bridge with Your Child
by Jennie
Fall is the perfect time to get creative outside with your children. For the fall issue of Green Child Magazine, I created a simple recycled fairy bridge that will have your child embracing their wonder of the magical world of fairies. Grab a few simple supplies from the recycling bin and craft closet to get started, then head outside to bring the fairy bridge to life. You can check out the instructions above (you can click on the photo to enlarge it) – then, grab your free subscription to Green Child Magazine and check out the fall issue too!
Green DIY: Mini Succulent Wine Cork Planters
I wanted to celebrate Earth Day this year with a simple project (it’s a Tuesday, and school nights are super busy over here) that we could enjoy in our home year-round. Eben and I went to work transforming a handful of leftover wine corks into a trio of super sweet mini succulent planters. They are now hanging on our fridge and bring a little bit of the outdoors and happiness whenever we see them. Jump over to Target for the step-by-step tutorial, and get started – I guarantee you can finish this project up before dinnertime!
How to Bodyboard with your Kids on Summer Vacation
This summer you may spend time at the beach, whether you live near one or will be visiting one on vacation. One of the easiest and greatest ways to keep kids entertained at the beach on a windy day is with a boogie board. Body-boarding is a ton of fun for kids who are ready to venture out into the waves for a lot of excitement. This sport is great for children of all ages, as long as they are good swimmers and ready for a little splash and speed. Learn how you can get your kids body-boarding the first day that you hit the beach, making for a fun, exciting day in the ocean.