Holidays

Five Games to Play with Dad on Father’s Day

Jun 17th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Being Mommy, Holidays

Depending upon the age of the father in question, many dads enjoy playing games. This may mean you have to learn something new, but it might be fun. Here are five games to play with Dad this Father’s Day and help him to enjoy the day. * Golf – Some dads are extremely interested in [...]



Five Father’s Day Recipes Dad Will Love

Jun 15th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Holidays

The old adage “the best way to a man’s heart is through his stomach” is still true today, especially on Father’s Day. Here are five Father’s Day recipes Dad will love! Most men love a hearty breakfast to start the day. It may be said that “real men don’t eat quiche,” but your dad won’t [...]



Father’s Day Gifts for Grandpa

Jun 12th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Holidays

Unless your dad, or your husband’s dad, is a real grump, kids love to spend time with their grandpas. Let’s face it, grandparents allow children to get away with much more than they would have allowed their own children to do. They love to spoil their grandchildren and know if they do, they can give [...]



Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Your Husband

Jun 5th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Holidays

Some years we have the worst time trying to figure out what gift to give our husband for Father’s Day. Don’t wait another week to search out that perfect gift. Plan now and you’ll be better prepared when the day arrives. Before you head out to the store, take some time to listen to what [...]



Carnival Themed Backyard Birthday Party For Kids

May 12th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Being Mommy, Holidays

When it comes to planning a birthday party for a child, we usually look for creative ideas. Every year we sit down and try to come up with something different and unique. This past spring, my sister came to me and asked me to help her plan a party for her 8 year old son. [...]



Mother’s Day Craft Ideas

Apr 29th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Crafts, Featured, Holidays

When Mother’s Day rolls around, kids want to show their moms just how special they are. Store-bought gifts and cards are nice, but they lack that personal touch. Something made just for Mom has much more sentimental value, and kids don’t have to spend much money (if any) on it. Even toddlers can make Mother’s [...]



Easy Easter Bunny Craft

Mar 25th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Crafts, Holidays

Easter egg coloring, chocolate bunnies and marshmallow goodies shaped like chicks or ducks will have your little one in full of excitement this Spring. Add to their anticipation of the Easter bunny’s visit and your quality time together by creating Easter bunny crafts. Here is an easy and fun Easter bunny craft idea your toddler [...]



St. Patty’s Day History

Mar 17th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Featured, Holidays

Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, who ironically wasn’t even Irish. Patrick was the son of a wealthy British family and lived during the later part of the 4th century A.D. When he was sixteen years old, a group of Irish raiders kidnapped him and took him to Ireland. He was forced into [...]



St. Patty’s Day Traditions?

Mar 15th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Holidays, Question of the Week

Do you celebrate any St. Patty’s Day traditions? Special meals, wearin’ of the green? Social Bookmarking



History of President’s Day

Feb 14th, 2010 | By busymomma | Category: Holidays

Perhaps you remember a time when Presidents’ Day was not celebrated on the 3rd Monday of February each year. Washington’s birthday was February 22nd. The nation did not celebrate his birthday until his final year in office, 1796. It became the first Federal holiday in 1880. Washington’s Birthday used to be celebrated with Birthnight Balls, [...]