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September 30th, 2007

Welcome Julie Bonner!

Everybody give a warm welcome to Julie Bonner, the new author for Play Library! Julie currently writes for b5media at Declutter It!, a blog in b5’s Home and Dining Channel.
This was my favorite bit from her bio page:

I am also a mother of three amazing children, a wife to a man who makes me […]

By Kerri Aldrich -- 6 comments

September 30th, 2007

And now I say goodbye…

Yeah, it’s that time now. September ends my 15 months with Play Library. When Hsien invited me to join her here last year, I didn’t have a clue as to how much I would learn. I’ve had a great time writing about all things kid related, and even more fun meeting new […]

By Kerri Aldrich -- 8 comments

September 30th, 2007

Magic Treehouse Book Series

Have you been introduced to Jack and Annie and their Magic Tree House? The Magic Tree House series, written by Mary Pope Osborne, is one that my daughter was introduced to last year. The series follows Jack and Annie, siblings, who find themselves on a variety of adventures through different times and destinations, […]

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September 30th, 2007

While we’re wandering down memory lane….

…might as well take a stop in the forest. Back in the days when Saturday morning meant cartoons, we couldn’t go a week without the Smurfs. That was my sister’s favorite cartoon, and so we watched it. Every week.
I have to admit, though, that the intro song does bring a […]

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September 29th, 2007

Gotta love the Muppets…

I used to love the Muppet Show. My mom used to say that watching it together was the only time that my brother and I got along! I remember that Animal was his favorite.
Anyway, here’s a little clip for ya, because it feels like a Muppets kinda night. I do think this […]

By Kerri Aldrich -- 5 comments

September 29th, 2007

Trash to Toys

“That is not your toy. This is Mommy’s kitchen tool.” I don’t know how many times I say that in a day! There are so many things around the house that the kids would love to able to get their hands on that wouldn’t be safe for them to play with. […]

By Kerri Aldrich -- 3 comments

September 28th, 2007

Nostalgia Toy #10: Connect Four

Connect Four was one of my favorite games ever when I was younger. It was always the most popular game for indoor recess on rainy or snowy days. I think I liked it best because the kid I happened to have a crush on also liked the game. I remember […]

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September 28th, 2007

Music Lessons, When to Start?

My sister (a musician) has reminded me on many occasions that I’m missing the prime window of opportunity to get my middle child started on violin using the Suzuki method. I’ve reminded her that I shouldn’t need to do that, seeing as how his aunt can teach him and his sibs all […]

By Kerri Aldrich -- 5 comments

September 28th, 2007

Hey you bloggers!!!!!

Just to let you know that SuperFundraiser.com is hosting a Back to School writing contest for bloggers. The post can be about anything related to a K-12 school, and the prizes include a $25 amazon gift certificate. Head on over to SuperFundraiser for rules and further information.
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September 28th, 2007

October is Fire Safety Month

Just a reminder that next month is Fire Safety Month. Do you have an escape plan set with your family? I don’t, and that’s just wrong! Ahhh…the important things that slip my mind on a daily basis.
So, I’ll be heading over to the following two sites to educate myself and to get […]

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