Category Archives: …kids!
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Bob Jones Nature Center to Host Event on Pollinator Insects…kids!
Posted on April 24, 2012 by ilivecommunity in ...kids!There is few things kids love more than learning about the world around them. From learning about dinosaurs to space to nature, children are fascinated by knowledge. If you’re a parent, you are probably well aware of your child’s insatiable curiosity and robust energy. Fortunately, if you are looking for a family friendly outing that [...]
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Summer Staycations in Grapevine…kids!
Posted on April 17, 2012 by ilivecommunity in ...kids!Now that school is almost out for summer, families throughout DFW are scrambling to decide whether they can afford a vacation and how to keep their children busy during summer break. Fortunately, the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex has abundant options for family-friendly activities near our own backyards. Great Wolf Lodge Boasting an indoor water park and [...]
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Yoga for Children and Teenagers in Roanoke…kids!
Posted on April 10, 2012 by ilivecommunity in ...community!, ...kids!Did you know that practicing yoga is great for people of all ages? From age 70 to age 11, yoga offers something for everyone. In fact, last weekend at the annual White House Easter egg hunt, the president and the first lady provided a yoga garden just for kids. Children from around the country participated [...]
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St. Patrick’s Day Festivities for the Family…kids!
Posted on March 13, 2012 by ilivecommunity in ...kids!St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most difficult holidays for parents to find family-friendly activities. Unfortunately, this Irish-themed holiday has become synonymous with drinking green beer in excess and kitschy “Kiss Me, I’m Irish” t-shirts. It’s a challenge for many parents to find ways to include children in holiday celebrations that are often associated [...]
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Grapevine’s Sea Life Aquarium…kids!
Posted on March 6, 2012 by ilivecommunity in ...kids!Now that summer is quickly approaching, parents need to start thinking about how to keep their children entertained and busy with wholesome, educational activities throughout the summer. Thankfully, the Sea Life aquarium offers kids the ability to see and learn about ocean life. Many residents of Dallas and Forth Worth suburbs are opting out of [...]
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Cooking with Your Children…kids!
Posted on February 21, 2012 by ilivecommunity in ...kids!Remember the catch phrase from the commercials for Shake ‘n Bake, “it’s Shake n’ Bake and I helped”? It may seem like the kitchen doesn’t interest children but I have found that they love helping out with making meals. It makes sense—kids are tactile! They love using their hands to learn and interact with others. [...]
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Valentine’s Day is for Kids Too!
Posted on February 15, 2012 by ilivecommunity in ...kids!Do you remember making and receiving Valentine’s Day cards for school? I do. I still remember the excitement in the classroom on Valentine’s Day. We were giddy—mostly because we got to eat loads of candy at school! After the sugar rush subsided, a few of my classmates even snuck in quick naps at their desks. [...]
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Better Than PS3 …kids!
Posted on January 17, 2012 by ilivecommunity in ...kids!, ...recreation!If Santa brought your kids (or husband) a PS3, you may be ready to throw the television out the window. Sure, video games are great for developing hand-eye coordination, but kids need to interact with other kids and enjoy all life has to offer. The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo (now through Feb. 4) [...]
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The 411 on Kids’ Eyesight Problems
Posted on January 15, 2012 by ilivecommunity in ...health!, ...kids!Does your child need glasses? Kids who avoid reading, complain of headaches, or squint to see far away or close up may need to see the eye doctor. Poor eyesight can be hereditary, too, so if both parents wear corrective lenses, their child may also need glasses. Most people know about these symptoms and situations. [...]
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Driving Parents Crazy: The Scoop on Texas Teen Driver’s Ed
Posted on January 15, 2012 by ilivecommunity in ...kids!My daughter turns 15 next month, so she’s hot to get her Texas driver’s permit. This is beyond scary. First of all, I must deal with the realization that I’m getting old. If that’s not bad enough, I worry about whose car she’ll use for practice. I drive a Nissan 350Z, which is not ideal. [...]
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My Happy Place Yoga
- Yoga Poses: Standing Forward BendYoga for Insomnia Do you wake up at night making lists of the tasks you have to complete the next day? Does stress, anxiety and extreme fatigue keep you from getting the quality rest you need? Next time you find yourself laying awake in your bed try this pose to calm your nerves and soothe […]
- Yoga Poses: Corpse PoseShavasana (also spelled savasana), or corpse pose, is a resting pose that generally follows a yoga practice. This pose has been known to relieve stress, relax the entire body, and reduce headache, insomnia, and fatigue, while lowering blood pressure and heart rate. For many yogis, this pose is a favorite for its soothing qualities after […]
- What to Wear to Your Yoga Practice in RoanokeWear Comfortable Yoga Clothes The most important factor to consider when choosing yoga clothes is movement. You should be able to move freely and unrestricted by bulky, tight fitting, or uncomfortable clothes. While your comfy sweatpants may give you a wide range of motion, they may be too bulky to experience deep knee flexes. Beware […]
