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Tempe Marketplace Splashpad
There are a lot of different splashpads in shopping areas around the Phoenix valley (like Desert Ridge and Westgate) . The Splashpad at Tempe Marketplace is very similar to the one at Westgate and is on a rubber matted surface. It is also the smallest one in the the shopping areas in the valley. Tempe…
Read MoreBubble Mania Party Truck
I was contacted by Bubble Mania Party truck to do a review for them for my blog, Surprise AZ Mom.I asked that they come to my neighbors house for a party that my children were going to so I could review their service. They agreed via email that they would be able to come to…
Read MoreBig Air Chandler
Big Air is the newest indoor play place in the East Valley, and it is humongous! This is their first location in Arizona but not in the United States. In addition to all of the fun things you’ll see pictures, they also do Cosmic Nights (where they lights are turned down low and lasers and…
Read MoreArizona Science Center-Guided Tours
If you have been missing the the Arizona Science Center, well, there is some good news-The people at the Arizona Science Center has been missing you too. And, they have come up with a way for you to enjoy it with social distancing in mind. Make sure that you reserve a time before you go…
Read MoreImagine 3D Mini Golf Gilbert
Are you looking for a cool place to check out for you and your kids? Imagine 3D Mini Golf has two locations-One in Gilbert and one in Scottsdale. We checked out the location at 785 W Warner Rd Suite A107 in Gilbert. The Scottsdale location is at 9180 E Talking STick Way #F7 Scottsdale Both…
Read MoreRotary Park Scottsdale
Rotary Park in Scottsdale is located at 7959 E Doubletree Ranch Rd in Scottsdale. Parking is off the street in a parking lot of of Doubletree Rd. There is some shade at the park, but none over the play areas, which is unfortunate. Luckily, there are bathrooms, and some walking trails around the outer edge…
Read MoreA Letter to My Kids (and all Kids) in June 2020
Dear kids, When I look back to a piece I wrote for 2020 (52 things to do in 2020), in December 2019, I was really hopeful for an amazing 2020. We had had our family struggles, as everyone does. I was feeling better from my health issues and things were coming back to normal. January…
Read MoreLions
Lions usually live in groups of 15 or morein groups called prides. They hunt prey, raise cubs and defend territory. The females do most of the hunting and raise the cubs. The females are usually related. The females also give birth about the same time, and the cubs may nurse from their mother and other…
Read More10 Ways to Keep in Touch during Social Distancing
The Social Distancing during the Coronavirus is hard on everyone, but especially our teens and kids who are used to seeing other peers every day. For adult who have access to electronics like cell phones and computers, this may not be as difficult, but for kids who do not own their own gadgets, they might…
Read MoreFavorite books for readers!
Time to get reading! If you have kids at home you might be wondering how to supplement your child’s education while they are not in school. Reading is always the answer. I’ll give you a simple hint. It doesn’t really matter what they read-but as long as they are reading something. However, some reading material…
Read MoreDealing with Everyone Being at Home
When my husband and I first were married, we both worked outside of the home I drove an hour (plus) each way to work. He had about a 20 minute drive. We both would get up early, go to the gym together and then head to our respective work places. Life was simple. It didn’t…
Read MoreFavorite Family Friendly Podcasts
Podcasts are your great grandparents radio shows, and they are great for listening to while you are on the go or if you are just hanging out and home and cuddling on the couch. You can still use your imagination and dream of things far away, but while resting your eyes (or voice, mom and…
Read MoreDealing with Uncertainty-How to Deal with Tough Situations While Your Kids Are Watching
I’ll be honest with you. I didn’t want to even bring up the coronavirus on my blog. I didn’t want to have my blog feed into the noise that was already feeding the waves of information people were being hammered with since I am not an expert on diseases. And, I thought that things would…
Read MoreSummer Camps
Many parents look for camps for the children for all different reasons-whether it be for watching their kids or to open their minds and explore! We love being a resource for you and your family! Please also check out our Virtual Camps for 2020 due to the extenuating circumstances that 2020 has presented us. Is…
Read MoreWest Wing Sunrise Mountain Trail
The West Wing/Sunrise Mountain Trail is conveniently located right near West Wing Park! The playground has a nice bathroom, so if you need that before you set out hiking, I highly recommend it! The Sunrise Mountain trail on West wing does not have a high elevation increase, however, it is not stroller friendly. Sorry friends.…
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