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There are very few rainy days in San Diego. Whether it's raining, a rare very hot day or just time for indoor fun, San Diego has plenty of options for kids indoor play, while parents can relax with a cup of joe. Each of these places offer some serious fun for kids of all ages, classes and camps. They all offer a café for snacks and beverages and seating where mom can watch her children while enjoying some much needed coffee. (Socks are required at all the play areas!) 1. Kid Ventures is a kids indoor play center withtwo locations in Chula Vista and Pacific Beach. Kid Ventures offer camps, a p... read more

Whether you're looking to shop under the sun or in a climate-controlled environment, options are abundant when it comes to shopping in Jacksonville, FL. Outdoor Shopping in Jacksonville Enjoy a plethora of dining and shopping Jacksonville's outdoor lifestyle mall St. John’s Town Center , conveniently located off of 9A. Ilove that you can drive up to a store and quickly run in and get what you need, without the hassle of going through an entire mall just to get to one store.As a mom with young children, I love that Old Navy and Target are just a few stores apart. I can park my car in one place... read more

Whether you are an advanced runner or just starting out, San Diego running and biking trails offer scenic views, restrooms and, of course, the mostdesirableclimate in the nation. For avid mountain bikers, we'll do another post for great mountain biking trails in San Diego. A list of running and biking tours in San Diego Mission Trails Park, Lake Murray This is a great wide trail that loops the lake. If you run around the Lake it is about 6 miles. The terrain is curvy and has some small dips, but is paved and wide. Mission Beach (Boardwalk) From Belmont Park to Pacific Beach Pier is around 3 m... read more

Fort Drum in Jefferson County, New York, may be stereotyped as the coldest place in America. At least that's what I heard before I moved here. I promise you, there are so many fun things to do near Ft. Drum in the spring and summer Once it starts to heat up and the snow melts, it's like a totally different place! Here are a few of my favorite things to do in the North Country: Uncle Sam's Boat Tours: There are a couple of different tours you can choose from. We've taken the Millionaires Row and Two Nation Tour. You'll cruise the 1,000 Islands as history is narrated and you travel through US a... read more

Military spouses often face the challenge of finding employment every few years after a PCS move. For some spouses, extra income or "fun money" is all they need. Sometimes stay-at-home moms enjoy having a small at-home business to earn extra income and to get out of the house for more socializing and adult time. From selling makeup and candles to cooking products and lingerie, there is a direct sales opportunity for everyone. Recently, a group of military spouses created a direct sales business called Homecoming Trunk Shows and we met with a Navy Wife who is stylist for Homecoming Trunk Shows... read more