All things local in the lake country, Waukesha, Southeastern Wisconsin area
The Uh-Oh! Box- Creative Parenting How many times day do you tell or yell at your child to put something away? A few, a dozen, a ton? I know with my eight-year old daughter I am constantly reminding her to pick-up her things or put something away after use. I […]
25 Healthy Snacks for Kids Kids are always hungry. Isn’t it true? Before meals, between meals, after meals. Whenever you allow your child to have a snack, wouldn’t it be great to have a go-to list for healthy snacks for kids? Well, here you go. I found 25 healthy snacks […]
Things to do in the Lake Country Area This Weekend: 8/16-8/18 There are so many choices for fun things to do in the lake country area this weekend, I decided to put them altogether in a post for easy access and reference. You can click on the link or […]
The Lake Country Area Family Fun Guide to Labor Day Weekend Labor day weekend is typically a long four-day weekend for most families. Some travel and get-away, while others stay close to home and enjoy local events and things-to-do. Labor Day is a kick-off event for the beautiful colors of […]
Lake Country Area Fun: The End of Summer Guide Summer takes so long to get here and then goes by just so quickly. Before we know it, the warm sunshine turns to falling leaves and then to fresh fallen snow. I for one, am not excited. I have been thinking […]
Best Ice Cream & Frozen Custard in the Lake Country Area Growing up in Wisconsin, ice cream and frozen custard become a staple in your family. I have lived here all my life. I have had ice cream and frozen custard almost everywhere. There is something about diggin’ your spoon […]
Back to School Time-A Smooth Start So it is just about that time-Back to School Time, that is! Some go back in August, others after Labor Day. Either way…it’s time. Some of us parents are saying “Yeah!” others are dreading the rustle and bustle of daily school life. I am […]
For my daughter’s birthday I found this great idea online after looking for snack-mix ideas! But, seriously how fun is this? I adore the name-Critter Crunch-featuring little bears, goldfish, animal crackers and more! I love the idea on how to display it too-great for parties, for friends coming over, play-dates, […]
Trick or Treat Safety Tips With trick or treating and Halloween right around the corner-we have came across these great tips thanks to Haunted Wisconsin. Never trick-or-treat alone. Have at least two friends go with you. Plan your entire route and make sure your family knows what it is. Carry […]
Best Pumpkin Patches in Lake Country and More There are so many great pumpkin patches in lake country and the surrounding areas. Here is a one-stop list of them all complied together thanks to Haunted Wisconsin. It is really one of my favorite times of year! Apple Barn Orchard and […]
I have been hearing all about The Lake Country Mom. What is it? Who is she? Where can I find her? Well, I am The Lake Country Mom. My name is Rachel. I live in lake country (Hartland.) I adore everything about these communities and their sense of hometown pride. […]
Boredom Busters (Summer Edition)-The Lake Country Mom Summer can be long and tiring on both the child and the parent. Here are so go-to boredom busters for summer we came up with. Get WET! Whether it’s in the pool, a kiddie pool, a bucket of water (laundry basket), a squirt […]
Our Favorite Lake Country Beaches Beach Hours (Open June 1 to Mid-Aug, 2013): 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Daily Fees: County Park entrance fees are $3.00 on weekdays and $5.00 on weekends/holidays. Beach use is included in the park entrance fee. Annual park entrance stickers are available for $27.00 for county residents, […]
Read a book. Now when I say book, I do not mean Charlie goes to the Museum. I mean indulge in a good book (for grown-ups)-let it involve love, mystery, lust, big dreams.Use it to escape reality. Take a bath. Warm or hot, add bubbles, lots of them. Heck, light […]
Think You Have to Be Like All the Other Moms? Think Again. Getting up early, making breakfast, taking a rushed shower (if you’re lucky,) making phone calls, driving around your kids, packing lunches, running errands, cleaning bathrooms, going to work, making dinner…STOP. Go play. Play? Yes, I said play. Be a […]
“Our family is like the branches of a tree. We may grow in different directions, yet our roots remain as one.” With each passing year, another generation is born, another one may pass on. It’s incredible to see the differences in each generation, isn’t it? The women in my family are incredible, and […]
Lunchbox Love-Free Printables One of my very favorite things to do for my daughter is write her a love note for her lunch box at school every single day. She saves them too. I thought I would create some free printables for you to print & cut out so you […]
