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If you’re new to flower gardening let me introduce you to what will soon be your most favorite bloom – DAHLIAS! Dahlias are a hearty, gorgeous flower that come in a vast array of colors. From purples to whites to gorgeous sunset tones, dahlias cut and come again all summer long and into the fall …

Most kids drop a few reading levels during the summer and it makes sense why—schools out, no teacher, the official homework is gone, and now there’s time to do activities you couldn’t do while in school. Reading becomes an afterthought. It becomes something some parents forget to push or encourage. Many kids like reading and …

Let’s be honest the internet is full of really dumb ideas and suggestions for kids. As parents, sometimes you can spot the super dumb things right away, and other times, you might not think the idea is that horrible (especially during a boring quarantine) until you see the result. We are here to tell you …

Sutton from The Bald Report is back! With everyone stuck in their homes and the kids getting bored already, Sutton wanted to share some great things to do when you are stuck at home. This is just the first video in a new series for him so please give the video some love! He also …

Did you get the dreaded note from school? Or see the tell-tale pink rash behind the ears or at the base of the neck? Or notice persistent head-scratching? No matter what it was that prompted you to check, you looked, and you found them: nits (eggs) and/or actual LICE. Now what? First double check: are …

Since 2019 is our 14 year anniversary for Baby Gizmo, we know a thing or two about buying stuff for baby. Having a baby and shopping for all the fun gear for them isn’t cheap but if you follow a few rules, you can definitely save a bundle of money. Here is a summary of …

A couple of months ago, my family went to see a live theater show in Chicago—MAJOR theater, MAJOR show. I looked over and noticed the woman next to me had removed her booties and was sitting with her bare feet rubbing the carpet. Which I guess is better that what this Twitter user had to …

Mr. Gizmo is back with another easy, home DIY. This time he is showing us how to fix a hole in drywall. Whether the hole happened by accident (if you have older boys, that may happen!) or if it was done to fix something behind the wall, you may encounter a time when you need …

It’s time to transform another space in our new house and Mr. Gizmo is on it! With so many home projects on our list, building this accent wall and bench was actually an easy one that was quite cheap to do. Home builders these days are including all types wall cut-outs to give a space …

It all started with Twig and Vine‘s growing kindness hashtag on Instagram #growingkindness. Growing kindness is the idea that simple things we grow can bring great joy to those around us. Things like veggies from our garden, shared wild berries, and little bouquets of blooms. Anything, big or small, can bring a smile to a …

It’s Lightning Safety Week and I’m here with ten tips to keep you safe in a thunderstorm. I’ll get you started with a surprising one. When I was growing up, my mom always told me it wasn’t safe to take a bath when there was lightning outside. I caught myself saying the same thing to …

Thinking about traveling with the kids this summer? Planning a Summer Travel Trip. Well, we have a list of essentials that you MUST have before you go. Snacks This is the cardinal rule for all outings with children under 10. I’m not talking about baked kale chips sprinkled in pixie dust. I’m talking about Skittles, …