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Wheel Fun Rentals

Fun for the entire family.  Wheel Fun Rentals offers the ultimate in fun and recreation for the entire family, from toddlers through grandparents. Enjoy the outdoors - our fleet of unique vehicles offer unparalleled outdoor recreation for sightseeing, people watching and a touch of exercise that will enhance any leisure time experience. I have not rented one of these yet but I am thinking that when I visit family later this summer in Minnesota I will!   Let me know what you think and make sure you use this awesome deal below!   My readers SAVE! WOW! SAVE 50% OFF Rental Coupon at Wheel Fun Rentals! #Bike #Boatl http://usfamilyguide.com/coupons.php?bid=12528&dealid=2512 @WFRMN @usfg

Chicago Trip Lesson

Don't follow the mold of the world. God has big plans for each of us. Be bold and don't give up. Be the "red" in a world of "white".

Softball Star in the Making!

My gal is doing coaches pitch softball this year and enjoying it!   I know we have many skills to work on but she is improving each and every day!   I am so proud of her!  

Newborns bring lot more than joy only – 3 things that you won’t like!

Newborns are a bundle of joy –there is no doubt about that. But they come with a lot of other emotions too. Although everybody around you like to prepare you for what’s coming, but no one can ever put into words what it like is to be a parent to an infant for the first time. I am a father to a baby girl. She is now six months old. We are pretty used to her now – I and my wife. But the first six months were a roller coaster for sure. I know each parent is different and so is every baby but if we are to summarize general emotions or feelings of being a new parent than following mentioned aspects will fall into the universal category. There is no parent on planet earth who hasn’t felt the following ride of sensations during their early days of parenthood. Here we go; Sleep deprivation – no baby bedding can make your child sleep We have heard so many stories about sleep that during the baby preparations and shopping, our major focus was to create a perfect sleeping environment fo

Baby shower gift ideas: Baby Bedding, Gadgets, Skin Care, clothes

Baby showers are an amazing celebratory event for the parents. The only way you can participate in the celebrations is by giving a thoughtful gift. While looking for gift ideas, you should focus on its usability. A gift that can be used by the baby and his/her parents will always remind the family of your kind gesture. We have some great baby shower gift ideas and the philosophy behind them; Baby Bedding: New parents are hyper aware of the need of many beds for the baby. The will buy a co-sleeper, baby cot, carrycot, baby box and what not but they usually miss out on baby bedding. Well, you can’t blame a tensed or stressed soul. It is a great way to help them out by buying bundles of baby bedding. It may have sounded like an expensive idea but it is not if you buy from the right place. Mybabystore.com.au, an online store for baby product, greatly deals in online baby bedding in Australia for newborn babies. You can get the gift of baby bedding from there at a good price an

How To Help Your Kid Thrive At School

Image link For the first months of their life, your child is your responsibility. You care for them and feed them and love them. This sets the foundations for the rest of their life. Once they reach a certain age, however, it is time for them to go to school. They are no longer only your responsibility, but a group of teachers, and other children. So, once they reach this stage, how can you ensure that they continue to thrive? First off, it’s so important that your kids understands why they are going to school, and why they must work hard. How you choose to express this is up to you, but it needs to be done. Often, once they start, children love school, especially preschools and nurseries. They get to spend their days with their friends, playing games. It’s a great starting point to get them ready for ‘big school’ and more complex subjects. They get to express their creativity , and learn skills, and play sports. Be sure to ask them lots of questions about what they have d

4 Ways to Amp up Your Home

4 Ways to Amp up Your Home’s Style You home is your sanctuary—a place you come home to every day after work—where you can lay back, relax, and read a good book. Perhaps you’ve done your best at achieving a look that’s pleasing to the eye, but you still feel like your home is lacking style. Instead of allowing your home to look like everyone else’s, it’s time to incorporate new colors, texture, and art. With a new look, you can feel proud of your space, and feel even more at home, too. Unique lighting Having the proper lighting is everything. Invest in a striking table lamp that’s made from a unique shape, such as a repurposed bottle. A neon bulb may be just what you need to create a modern industrial vibe. The shade of your table lamp can be colorful too – consider flattering shades that come in amber, violet, or blue or get one of each and swap them out depending on your mood. Forget the carpet Forget the carpet and streamline your home’s look by incorporating quality v

Some of the Best Kept Italian Cooking Secrets: A Gourmet Guide to Cheese

Wine, chocolate, and cheese are some of the most delicious foods around the world, and it takes a certain amount of knowledge to be able to speak intelligently about all of them. The best way to gain that knowledge is through tasting, determining what you like, and then learning the process for how that chocolate, wine, or cheese is made. The wonderful thing about Italian food is that all its flavor, diversity, and richness can be traced back to the ingredients and the method by which it’s prepared. Food preparation combines both science and art, which you can luckily learn how to master during your stay in Italy. Cooking tours in Italy will educate you on what you need to know and reveal some best-kept Italian cooking secrets along the way. Specifically, here are a few interesting facts about Italian cheese.  The cheeses we all know and love Cheese is the fabric of many wonderful Italian dishes, and we are all familiar with the two most popular: Parmesan and Ricotta. We a

Book Review: "My Little Prayers"

Book Description The bestselling My Little® series, with more than 2 million copies sold, is a compact collection of books that will have a big impact on the hearts of your children. My Little Prayers will help you introduce your children to prayer. My Little Prayers teaches children both classic and modern prayers surrounding subjects such as mealtimes, bedtime, playtime, time with God, and others as well as prayer for times when children are fearful, happy, or sad. New illustrations in the same perfect format for the small hands of your toddlers and preschoolers make My Little Prayers a wonderful gift for a variety of occasions, and it is just the right size to tuck into a birthday gift bag or Easter basket. Children will learn a big lesson from this little book: that we can talk to God any time we want and that He always listens. My Review: The cover has captured my heart, I adore the cute little pictures and the colors the illustrator used.   I am loving this adorabl

Helping Little Ones Express Their Creativity

Once we are adults, a sad thing happens. There is no longer much room in our lives for creativity. Due to demanding jobs and busy lifestyles, our days revolve around pleasing the boss, the tax man and everyone else! But when you’re a kid? This is when you can and should let your creativity shine. And by helping your little ones express themselves creatively, you bring it back into your life too. If the last time you got covered in brightly colored paints was age 9, and you haven’t danced since your teens, it's time to change that! Help your little ones express their creativity, and find yours in the process! Image link Painting and Drawing Drawing is quite a precise art, and once your kids reach a certain age they might feel like they’re ‘not doing it right.’. If this frustration sets in, try switching to painting. This can get far messier! Here is a fun idea. In the summer, if you have a garden, set up a big white canvas outdoors. Fill balloons with different

Popular Gift Ideas for People Who Love Horses

Horses capture the imagination of millions of people around the world. This type of animal has had a close relationship with humans for thousands of years and this bond is as close now as it’s ever been. Below are some of the most popular gift ideas for individuals who love our equine friends. A Horse or Pony Buying a horse or a pony is the ultimate gift for someone who loves these animals. You have a wide range of breeds and sizes to choose from, but it’s important to make sure the recipient is willing to take care of the animal you buy them and has the appropriate facilities available. Riding Lessons Everyone interested in horses has wondered what it would be like to be able to ride them. You can make this dream come true by purchasing riding lessons for someone special. Most areas have a riding school where students can learn how to handle horses, become familiar with the equipment needed and learn to ride in a safe manner. Gifts for the Home Not all horse lovers are

6 Tips for Taking Out a Personal Loan

In an ideal world, we would all be debt free and cash would be king. Sadly, this is rarely the case and most families have some level of debt. A mortgage is the most common type of debt because buying a home is expensive. Next on the list is credit card debt, shortly followed by personal loans. You may also have student loans or a car loan that needs to be paid every month. Not surprisingly, this is a lot of cash leaving your bank account on a regular basis, so it makes sense to think twice before you sign up for any kind of additional debt. Personal loans, such as those offered by   themoneyhub.co.uk , are a useful way of paying for bigger purchases such as home improvements and expensive holidays. However, it isn’t all plain sailing and if you borrow money you can’t afford to pay back, your credit rating will be shot to pieces. Here are some tips for anyone considering taking out a personal loan. Can You Afford the Repayments? First things first, think very carefully about w