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Five Free Family Fun Moments

Family fun doesn’t have to be expensive or even cost a thing at all. While taking in a movie and snacks at the theater might cost you $60 or more per family, isn’t it nice to know that there are still some things in life that are free? 1. Family game night. The popularity of family game night might have started as a marketing campaign for Hasbro to get you to buy more games, but the idea is not a bad one. Many of us grew up playing board games and have many fond memories of the hours we spent … Continue reading →

New Genealogy Classes from Family Tree University

Family Tree Magazine has something that they call Family Tree University. It isn’t actually a college, but, it is a resource for genealogists who want to take some genealogy related classes. They have fifteen brand new courses that are going to start soon. Your genealogy New Year’s Resolution could be to finally sign up for a genealogy class or two in the coming year. I think that, by nature, genealogists enjoy learning about new things as much as they like the process involved with searching for information about an ancestor. It seems only natural for this group of people to … Continue reading →

Get Creative with Christmas Photos

Are you tired of trying to get your kids to pose for a traditional family photo in front of the Christmas tree? This year, consider ditching the dull lineups, and instead, look for ways to capture candid Christmas shots. For example, rather than having your kids stand next to their stockings and smile for the camera, let them dig for treasures while you snap away. The goal is to document genuine emotion, which is hard to do when young children are forced to strike a pose and smile on cue. Other cute candid Christmas-related photos include: *Your cat playing with … Continue reading →

Get Kids Involved in Christmas Prep

As the days dwindle down to Christmas, kids can do more than just sit around and look cute. Since the countdown to Christmas is typically a chaotic period, why not channel your child’s creative energy to help lighten your load? The following hands-on activities are ideal for moms, dads and kids to bond. What’s more, the projects give youngsters the gift of inclusion. Kids love feeling like they are part of the hoopla surrounding this hectic time of the year, so get them started on these seasonal decorations: Popcorn Wreaths: Cut out a large circle from a piece of heavy … Continue reading →

Family Game Night: You’ve Been Sentenced

I am very excited to bring to you this wonderful game! As a homeschooling mom, a lover of grammar and words, and an all around crazy gal, I have to say this game is now one of my favorites! It’s challenging, hilarious, and almost too much fun! I have to tell you that finding a family game that everyone loves and keeps your brain working is hard to find. This game encourages a healthy dose of brain training along with pure family fun. Let’s get to the basics. The game is designed for ages 8 and up. You will need … Continue reading →

Funny Family Scrapping

“Families are like fudge – mostly sweet with a few nuts.” That quote was front and center on a hilarious scrapbook layout, which was displayed at a crop I attended a few weeks ago. Not every clan is like the Waltons. In fact, I would venture to guess that more families have their roots in reality TV shows, or at the very least, have closer ties to the Simpsons or the Brady Bunch than the Cleavers and Nelsons. Whether your family life is more like a sitcom than a sappy greeting card, there’s no reason not to document it in … Continue reading →

Deals to Entertain Your Kids With

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It may seem as though Summer vacation has been going on for just about forever at this point. The heat alone can make people feel sleepy, uncomfortable, and even irritable. Are your kids complaining that they are bored, and have “nothing to do”? Try some of these deals that will entertain your kids. These ideas should hold them over for at least a little while. Does your child have a favorite Disney character? Encourage your child to write a letter to Buzz Lightyear, Ariel, Lightning McQueen, Winnie the Pooh, or whoever his or her favorite Disney character happens to be. … Continue reading →

Your Family Tree Can be a Work of Art

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Genealogists tend to be excited about sharing the research that they have done in order to create their family tree. One easy, and eye catching, way to do that is to make your family tree into a work of art. You don’t necessarily have to be a skilled artist in order to do it. There are quite a few companies that will make your family tree into an interesting and unique form of art for you. What would you like your family tree to look like? If you happen to be a skilled artist, then there is no end to … Continue reading →

What to Do With the Family Jewels

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Genealogists tend to collect up a lot of important papers. You probably have copies of your ancestor’s birth certificates, obituaries from relatives, and tons of old family photos. Other aspects of genealogy include taking care of family heirlooms, which often include wedding rings and other jewelry. A woman who is a quilter has found a very creative way to display her family’s precious jewels. Jacquey Cooney lives in Choteau, Montana. She is a talented quilter who made bereavement quilts for babies in Alaska who passed away, (and also for their families). These were called “Amanda Blankets” because they were named … Continue reading →

Get Creative With Your Family Tree

Looking for some creative and non-traditional ways to create and display your family tree? There is nothing that says that you have to make your family tree look exactly like a typical template design. Instead, use your imagination! It’s time to use your art and design skills, and have some fun. There is nothing wrong with using a standard family tree template as a guideline for your genealogy work. But, if you are intending to display your family tree so that other people can enjoy it, you will most likely want to use a different format. Make something artistic, and … Continue reading →