Suddenly it's the end of October, and Fall is definitely here in Wisconsin. It's actually been warmer than last year, so we've got to enjoy some time outdoors. I think my boys would stay outside most of the day if they could. Last weekend, we had our Fall Party for my twins club. The kids got to get dressed up, we had a pot-luck picnic lunch, went on a train ride, played … [Read more...]
A Birthday Boy, A Rock Star, A Dinosaur, and A Monster
After recovering from the party on Sunday, my son's actual birthday was Monday. He started it as "Star of the Week" in preschool, and we ended it with a family dinner at Red Robin. I'd like to say everyone was well behaved, and the dinner was perfect, but what fun would that be? The birthday boy did a really good job eating, which is amazing for the boy who never likes to … [Read more...]
House Party and Mezzetta
Have you heard of House Party? It's a pretty cool site where you apply to host a party and try a new product. In exchange for completing a few activities, like taking some pictures, filling out a report, and having a party, they send you some cool, free stuff. Did I mention that you get to have a party and get free stuff?! It's free to sign up on their website, and the only … [Read more...]
Minion Madness and How to keep your birthday on a budget
By 10 am tomorrow morning, I will have a 5-year-old. Sometimes I really can't believe it. Time just goes by too fast. Saturday we celebrated with a "Minion" themed birthday party. If you're not familiar, Minions are those silly little creatures from Despicable Me and Despicable Me 2. I have seen both movies about a billion times thanks to the birthday boy. There actually … [Read more...]
Sneak Peak and Baby T
Yesterday, me and my family had the amazing opportunity to see/meet Baby T! Who is Baby T, you ask? He's one of the Dinosaurs from Walking With Dinosaurs, which will be at the BMO Harris Bradley Center next week. As a part of the metroparent blogging team, I was invited to the special event yesterday at Southridge Mall, and we're also invited to opening night next week. … [Read more...]