Ask my girls what their favourite school subject is, and they’ll answer, “History!” And no wonder, with the interesting books and fun stories we’ve read with the Connecting with History program over the past two years. We’ve been time travelers to ancient cities and civilizations, deciphered hieroglyphs, and seen God’s people spread His word across […]
Top 6 Family-Friendly Things to Do in El Paso, Texas
Located on the US and Mexico border where Texas meets New Mexico, the city of El Paso, Texas, offers visitors a variety of unique activities. From historic memories to modern-day attractions, there’s something to satisfy everyone in your family. Here’s a list of top six family-friendly things to do in El Paso to start your […]
6 Tips for Building a Healthy Family
In today’s guest post, Wendy shares 6 tips for building a healthy family, from how we eat to how we play together. We all want a healthy family. Yet having a healthy family does not just mean in good health, fit, and strong. Yes, that is part of it, but having a healthy family means […]
Travel Guide to Everbank Field in Jacksonville, Florida
This post is originally from IHG’s Guide to EverBank Field in Jacksonville, Florida. EverBank Field in Jacksonville, Florida, is one of the top tailgating stadiums in the country. The mild Florida weather means fans can cook out and cool off throughout the football season while other parts of the country are snowed in. EverBank Stadium […]
Recognizing the Give Back Generation and Their Impact on Our Lives
I’m always a bit confused by generation names. For example, I couldn’t tell you to which generation I belong—Generation X, Y, are we onto Z yet? (I’m in my 30s, if that helps.) There’s one name for a certain generation that does resonate with me, though: the Give Back Generation. Do you know who this […]
Canada Screams for Ice Cream on June 24th #TreatYourCommunity
Mention “ice cream” around here and you’ve got everyone’s attention. I’m pretty sure I could whisper “ice cream” behind a closed door, and the girls would come banging down the door to know where it is. We enjoy walking across to a local ice cream stand for a treat on a summer night. And of […]
Why You Need to Wear Sunglasses this Summer
As summer approaches and days get warmer, warnings about the dangers of sun exposure also spread. We may stock up on sunscreen and plan our summer outings to avoid the heat of the day. Did you know it’s also important to protect your eyes from the sun’s rays? Sunglasses are much more than a fashion […]
Have a Kidsworld Summer in Vancouver!
Every year, I tell myself that this year, this year I’m gonna get out and take advantage of everything Vancouver has to offer. I’m gonna hit every beach, follow every trail, visit every attraction, finally see a Bard on the Beach show, and maybe even ride a roller coaster. Okay, that could be a slightly […]
Pedalheads Bike Camps take your child from training wheels to trails!
We’ve spent a lot of time this spring gearing up for a summer of biking. We bought two new bikes for our oldest girls, and a new helmet for Jade. We’ve fixed up the old bikes and rearranged the storage room to fit everything in. And I registered the girls for a week of Pedalheads […]
Age-Related Macular Degeneration: What I Learned from My Grandpa
Several years ago, my grandpa was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD). To receive treatment, he caught the bus once a month from his small town to the nearby city. There, he met my aunt, who accompanied him to his appointment and then drove him home again afterward. If my aunt was away, someone else […]
