Summer Vacation: Older Child
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What Are You Doing This Summer?
Asked by R.D. from Richmond
on June 1, 2011
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What is your family doing during summer vacation, and what are your kids ages?
We camp, a LOT. It's cheap, the kids like it, we can bring the dog. It's win-win for ...
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- Our kids are 15 (spec needs and only get every other weekend), 11 and 8. I am working from home this year which started last week and is interesting so far! We are i...
- We camp too. Every chance we get :) We have a motorhome and I keep it "camp ready" with our camp clothes and necessities. Add some food, the kids and the dog and we...
- Um, can I come and stay with you for the summer? 7, 6 and 7 months. I will cook!
Ideas on What to Do w/Kids During Summer Break
Asked by K.B. from Salt Lake City
on June 9, 2011
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I need some suggestions on things to do w/kids during their Summer break. I have a 6 yr old, 8 yr old and sometimes a 12 yr old w/us as well. Normally am not home w/...
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- Check out imom.com They have some great ideas. I just printed out some cool charts to use this summer. Also, just make a plan. I taped a giant calendar of the s...
- My church has set up a weekly play group. We are going to different locations to have an activity or play. Last week we had a tour of the grocery store, we are going t...
- Pools, water parks, zoo, museums, parks, amusement parks, library, hikes, biking..... OK--limited budget revision: baby pool & buckets of water with squirt guns or...
What to Do with My Daughter During Summer.
Asked by S.N. from Houston
on April 11, 2011
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My daughter just turned 12 in March. She currently stays home after school for a hour and before school for half a hour before school by herself. I am at a loss of wha...
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- - day camp (city rec department is a great place to start) - volunteer work a few days per week - If you can swing it, sleep away camp - "play dates" with friends a...
- I'm glad that you are not considering leaving her home alone. Things are not the same as they were when we were younger (and it wasn't all good then either). Remembe...
- If you choose to leave her home alone all day are there neighbors who are home all day? If you know your neighbors and they don't mind popping in every now and then, ...
7 Year Old Soon Will Discover No Santa, What to Do About 3 Year Old?
Asked by C.F. from Indianapolis
on November 24, 2008
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My 7 year old has already called me out thinking I am the tooth fairy so I think Santa will be right down the road. I want to preserve Santa, etc...for my 3 year old w...
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- I see that you have already "said what happened", but I wanted to add my 2 cents worth (remember, you get what you pay for!!) I fully go along with the "what do you...
- My son stopped believing.. but I asked him if it was fun to believe.. he said YES. So I asked him not to tell others or else that would spoil it for them... also aske...
- My daughter was about 10 when she questioned about Santa. I told her to believe in the spirit of Christmas and let her younger brother believe as long as they can. T...
Looking for Summer Vacation Ideas
Asked by C.S. from Dallas
on April 4, 2008
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I am looking for something to do with my family this summer. I have two daughters-5 and 3 years old. My husband and I are leaning toward San Antonio (Seaworld/Riverw...
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- C. S, Since you are looking at PA, check into Hershey, PA. This is a great place, I've been told by another co-worker of girls, and I'm looking into this for a trip....
- We went up to Turner Falls in Oklahoma last summer for the day. They have a big waterfall, plus lots of little falls. We swam, went hiking in steep rocky areas looking...
- Sesame Place is great! We took our now 13 and 8 year old daughters there, and we are going this summer for our little one who will be about 18 months old when we go. ...
Looking Forward to Summer Break - Heak No!
Asked by M.H. from Lansing
on June 6, 2011
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I was at a party yesterday and the subject came up. Everyone was shocked that I said no, I wasn't looking forward to it. Yes, I'm looking forward to summer days on the...
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- Sounds like your kids need some occupation outside the house in the summer months. You don't have to spend a fortune to get kids enrolled in summer camps, summer class...
- I look forward to summer vacation and getting to take my kids to parks, lakes, playdates, soccer, bbq's, and hanging out with mutual friends. I do NOT look forward to...
- You need to have a family meeting with the kids at the start of summer break and tell them what you told us. Ask them what can be done to solve this so you can all en...
Summer Travel, "To Disney or Not to Disney"?
Asked by S.M. from San Francisco
on June 8, 2010
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I'm planning a summer trip in late July with my husband and 2 1/2 year old son. After ruling out Hawaii and Florida (just too expensive for us right now), we are think...
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- I personally was glad I waited until my kids were a little older. I see too many kids having meltdowns there. There are lots of fun zoos and stuff to do near you, I'm ...
- Hi S., My two cents is to wait. 2 1/2 is a young age and it can be quite overwheling. Lines in July are going to long long long. I dont care how exciting the ride look...
- Hi S., I would wait until your son is older if I were you. Its going to be so hot in July and the lines will be long and the park will be crowded. And Disneyland is n...
Vacation
Asked by M.C. from Raleigh
on July 25, 2009
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Hey Mama's! I'm just wondering what your thoughts are on a vacation situation. See I know a mom who is going on vacation for a week and leaving her two kids (4 yrs. ...
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- heck no this isnt selfish. if i could make the arrangements i would do the same!
- No, I don't think it's selfish. Moms need time to relax and rejuvenate and no one is going to make that happen for us. Good for her that she arranged everything so tha...
- My parents never took us along on their vacations. They would leave my brother and I with our grandparents and go off in their car for a week. They didn't say where ...
Where to Vacation?
Asked by A.H. from Dallas
on January 1, 2009
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Hi Mommies! I am sure it is not news to you that the economy is rough and is expected to get a little worse this new year. So far, my husband has been fine with his ...
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- last summer for the 4th of july we went to Beaver's Bend OK www.beaversbendcreativeescapes.com or www.beaversbend.com (boken bow national park) close enough to HOME b...
- Check out cruises again, weve done it w/ 6 people 3 kids 3 adults and i think it was great for the $$. All the on borad entertainment is free for the kids and you all ...
- One of our favorite family vacations was to Destin, Florida. It's absolutely beautiful! There are a wide selection of hotels to fit your budget. The beaches are very w...
What to with My 9 Year Old This Summer for Childcare?
Asked by B.C. from Dallas
on April 1, 2010
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I just started a new business. My youngest will have a summer program at her private school, but my oldest won't. I need something to do with her from about noon-2pm t...
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- http://www.tccd.edu/Continuing_Education/Children_and_Youth/College_For_Kids.html the community college has a ton of things for kids her age to "take". They have gr...
- We don't live near you, but my son has had great experiences at the local Day Camp. He goes 3 days a week. They go swimming one day, have a field trip one day, do art...
- maybe vacation bible school its free and i remember having alot of fun also might want to try girl scouts good luck
