Amy Lovseth
Top 5 YouTube Channels for Children’s Read-Aloud Books
My kids and I used to love trips to the library where they could browse the shelves and bring home our book bin brimming with new titles to enjoy. Despite our library network’s amazing...
Cedar Rapids Moms Favorites: Best Ice Cream In and Around Cedar Rapids
You scream, I scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM! We asked local moms for their favorite ice cream places and here are the results:
Cedar Rapids
Almost Famous Popcorn & Ice Cream
Address:1121 3rd St SE,...
5 Places to Explore Caves Near Cedar Rapids
Grab your flashlights and get ready to explore some cool caves within a short drive from Cedar Rapids. In fact, grab your jackets, too, because no matter the weather, these caves really are cool....
Broken Beauty: DIY Derecho Christmas Ornaments
The August 10th Derecho was something we'd all like to forget.
With piles of debris still lining city streets, schools delayed and many businesses, homes, and parks damaged, the derecho is pretty hard to forget....
Grill Safety: The Day I Almost Lost My Family
It was an ordinary summer evening.
I was at the grocery store picking up some last minute items for supper. I had left my kids playing in the backyard with my husband, who was putting...
Childhood Matters: Earlier is NOT Better
I see you, mama.
You, who worries because your toddler could care less about colors, shapes, or counting. All while your neighbor’s tot rattles them off like the daily special.
You, whose two-year-old still...
Free Printable: Summer Job BINGO
Summer brings its own messes and extra chores. So, I was craving an engaging way for the kids to be aware of all they can do to help out because summer break is for...
To the Class of 2020, From Mister Rogers & Me
Dear Class of 2020,
This wasn’t how it was supposed to be.
Not for you. Not for your family. I’m truly sorry.
When you heard that school was closed for the rest of the year, I imagine...
{REVIEW}: Personalized Swim Lessons with Diventures
*This is a Sponsored Review. The opinions are solely my own!
My kids used to hate swimming lessons. It was a battle to get them into the cold, noisy pool each week. Through negotiating, begging,...
Non-Profit Spotlight: Churches of Marion Food Pantry
No one ever wants to have to choose between putting their children to bed hungry or paying the utility bill. Thanks to The Churches of Marion Food Pantry, families in our area don't have...