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Bubblewrap Explosion!

What does bubblewrap and 4th of July have to do with each other? Picture this... 50 local kids, each armed with their very own unpopped square of bubblewrap, poised ready to jump... patriotic music playing in the background... 1, 2, 3.. JUMP! Close your eyes, could that be the sound of 4th of July fireworks?

Bring the entire family on Saturday, June 25 at 11:00 a.m. to the Vero Beach Book Center for our Annual Bubblewrap Explosion and Patriotic Party! Join us for refreshments, patriotic crafts, stories, music, and of course "fireworks!"

Go see this film!

I took Bela to see Soul Surfer over the weekend. We had a long talk about Bethany Hamilton and what we would and would not see during the film. I cried about a gallon of tears during this movie.

I think this film ( and more importantly, the story behind it) teaches us and our children to never give up. Bethany Hamilton displayed such bravery and Faith during her ordeal. And even when her positive attitude threatened to waiver, she took that opportunity to give of herself, which promptly gave her a view, of the bigger picture.

I highly recommend that you see this film, with your kids!

Movie disappointing

I took Bela to see Rango on Saturday. I should have done more research on the film. It was an ok film, but I was very disappointed in how many times the word, "H2#@" was used in a kids film. Just a heads up!

Homestyle in a Hurry!

SO SUPER Excited to tell you that I received my copy of the Gooseberry Patch "Homestyle in a Hurry" cookbook yesterday!!! WHOO HOO! My Julie's Fresh Guacamole recipe can be found on page 41.

This one is for all the Mamas!

Ok Moms, this recommendation is for you! I recently visited this darling store by the waterfront in Fort Pierce. It is called Sentiment. They have candles, gifts, darling homemade aprons for both adults and children, books, kids books, and so much more! Please take some time and stop and visit. You will thank me for it!

http://www.sentimentcounts.com/

It's Game Night!

My parents got this game for us at Christmas. What a cute fun game. It is called LCR. Easy to learn, and fun to play.

Manufacturer says game is appropriate for ages 5 and up. I think with supervision, younger kids could totally play. Great for teaching Left and Right.

Enjoy!

The Meaning of the Season!

It is been our tradition for several years now to go see the Living Nativity at Indian River Presbyterian Church. I urge you to take your family to see and experience the true meaning of Christmas!

Outdoor Living Nativity: A walk-through 9-scene Nativity story. Indian River Presbyterian Church, 2499 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, 6-9 p.m., Dec. 18. 772-464-4263; irpcfamily.org

Books Make Me Happy - a perfect gift for any young reader!

I bought this reading log for my daughter for her birthday. She loves it. She has logged in several books, including Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and more!

This is the perfect book for any young reader on your Christmas shopping list.. especially if you do not know which books they have or do not have.

Be a Drama Queen - take the kids to the theatre!

I LOVE live theatre, and for many years I have enjoyed local children's theatre productions as well. I highly recommend taking your family to see some of the awesome plays that are coming up in our area!

Riverside Children's Theatre - http://www.riversidetheatre.com/rct_showsandevents.php

Vero Beach High School PAC - http://sites.indianriverschools.org/VBHS/pac/pac/Events.htm

Vero Classical Ballet's Nutcracker - http://www.veroclassicalballet.com/

St Lucie Ballet's Nutcracker @ Sunrise Theatre - http://www.sunrisetheatre.com/shows/st-lucie-nutcracker/index.html

Pineapple Playhouse - http://www.pineappleplayhouse.com/category/2010-2011-seasion

Hey good lookin'! Whatcha got cookin'?

It's no secret that the Dossantos family loves to eat. Well, did you know we also love to cook and bake? We have quite a recipe book collection, that we add to each year. We've picked up a few family friendly and kids cookbooks along the way. We definitely have our favorites. One of them is Rachael's Ray YUM-O cookbook. We highly recommend it! One of our fave recipes is Italian Chili Soup! You can buy the book locally at the Vero Beach Book Center. www.verobeachbookcenter.com

Proud to be an American!

My daughter received this game as a gift a few years ago. We love to play this together! Great for learning interesting facts about our great country!

Tunes!

Does your child love music? Are you tired of the same ol' same ol'? Bela and I have been b-boppin to a great CD we picked up a few months ago called Juice Box Heroes - No Sugar Added. I love the backstory. It is two brothers that used to be in a cover band. Then they got married, had kids. They soon found out that late night gigs did not mix so well with midnight feedings, so they came up with a great new idea! Cover songs that parents would know, but modify lyrics to suit kids of all ages!

We love all the songs on the CD, but our favorite track probably is "Don't Worry, Take a Nappy." Great giggles for kids and parents alike. It also opens up a whole new way to share your fave music from the 80's and 90's with your children!

You can learn more about the CD by visiting this site: http://www.juiceboxheroes.com/. The Vero Beach Book Center Children's Store also carries it in store! Enjoy!

Wherever You Are

I love Nancy Tillman books! I had the pleasure of meeting Nancy not too long ago at a book signing during story hour at the Vero Beach Book Center. She is a dear, and her books with her illustrations are as heartfelt as they are beautiful!

Her latest book is something no parent should miss reading at least once. This book would be a perfect keepsake book to given at a baby shower, first birthday, or really even to an Adult child.



Here is a link to Nancy's website with more details on the new book! http://www.nancytillman.com/books/wherever/

First Post!!

I have been wanting to do this for a very long time. I am so very excited to begin sharing my personal recommendations for all things related to kids and families! Please check back often for my picks for: books, music, movies, activities, shopping, places to go, and more! Thank you for stopping by!