While warm sunny days are always perfect for frolicking outdoors, there are plenty of simple pleasures for us all to enjoy with children even when the clouds roll in.
I’ll never forget the first time I picked a beautiful, ripe, red tomato that I helped grow. I had watered and weeded the plant with love, and I was so proud of that tomato. And, because I wasn’t interested in gardening when I was a kid, this memorable gardening experience happened the summer I turned 40!
The grass is green and school is almost out, now what? Don’t wait any longer than you have to, it’s the perfect time to get a kick start on some fun summer activities and save a few dollars while you’re at it! Here are 10 budget-friendly family fun tips to get you started:
Last summer my son, Gordie, and I visited over 50 parks and playgrounds as part of the KaBOOM Park-a-Day Summer Challenge.
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