8 Creative Halloween Bento Lunch Box Ideas
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8 Creative Halloween Bento Lunch Box Ideas

Spooky season is upon us and it’s a time where I like to get creative, especially when it involves feeding my soon to be three year old. He loves Halloween, and he loves to eat. Any boy moms can relate, am I right? I grew up with the smell of more traditional bento box lunches which usually include a protein (fish or poultry), rice, and assorted vegetables. I get a little nostalgic anytime I have a beautifully arranged bento because presentation is just as important as flavor.

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Why we Unplugged our TV
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Why we Unplugged our TV

Yes, you read that right. We do not have a TV in our home. Like, at all. I know you are probably thinking I'm crazy but hear me out, ok? This is not me saying everyone needs to take their TV’s to the trash, Its just our personal experience with the tv. Whether you as a parent allow screen time or not, this is just simply what needed to happen for our family to operate at its best and happiest!

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What New Modern Parents Actually Need. A Guide to Gifting
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What New Modern Parents Actually Need. A Guide to Gifting

The gift of time. If you are local, offer to watch the baby monitor so that the new parents can have a meal to themselves. That is something I wish I had done sooner, which is schedule time for just the two of us. And as tired as new parents may be, it’s important to reconnect with your partner and the more you’re able to do so the better!

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Family Friendly Activity: Strawberry Picking at Tanaka Farms
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Family Friendly Activity: Strawberry Picking at Tanaka Farms

Strawberry Season is the best season, and as the granddaughter of prominent strawberry growers, this is a very near and dear post. Tanaka Farms in Irvine, California is not just a farm. It is a family friendly immersive experience that honors Japanese farming traditions and preserves our history while educating tourists about sustainability and community involvement. It’s quite amazing actually, the expansive acres, so many different crops, food stands, animals, and so many activities.

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