Fun Easter Basket Ideas For Older Kids And Giveaway

Looking for some ideas for the Easter basket for older kids?

 Now that my boys are getting older, it seems like it is harder to fill their Easter basket. The cute toys and chocolate bunnies just don't seem to work anymore. I am glad that the boys still like to color eggs but they still have not acquired a taste for hard-boiled Easter eggs. So my husband and I are the ones who eat way too many deviled eggs and egg salad sandwiches. My boys still have favorite Easter candy that I put into their baskets like chocolate covered Peeps and jelly beans. I also like to treat my boys to some fun new spring toys that they can enjoy into the summer. So I am giving you a sneak-peak into my boy's Easter basket. Keep reading to discover an awesome giveaway.

Let's go fly a kite
 Spring is the perfect time to fly a kite as the wind is perfect. My younger son enjoys kites so the Easter bunny will be some unique shaped kites in the boy's Easter basket. My son really enjoyed his Shark kite from last year and it got stuck in a tree. When my son came into to tell me about the mishap, the wind became strong and the kite took off. So now that my son no longer has a kite, he will be thrilled to find one in his Easter basket.

As you call tell from the above picture, these kites from Antsy Pants are fun to fly. They are also very affordable so you can replace them if they get stuck in the tree. I am loving the pink flamingo kite that will also be in the boy's Easter goodies.

Hoppity Hop like the Easter Bunny

Why should the Easter Bunny have all the fun hopping around town? With these cute Hoppity Hop toys from Antsy Pants, kids up to 110 pounds can have a blast bouncing around the house. These durable toys can also be used outdoors. The soft bouncy toys are so easy to inflate and kids of all ages can grab the ears for a fun hopping time. Kids can work off all that extra energy from all the sugar that the Easter bunny brings by bouncing around the house. These adorable Hoppity toys and the above kites can be found at Target stores.

Give the year-round gift of baking fun

 My boys love baking and this food craft kit subscription will be perfect in their Easter basket. Every month gramma will send them a themed cookie and treat kit that containers 3 fun crafts. Each goodie box always contains cookies to frost and two other sweet treats that kids can make all by themselves. The cookie kits contain easy to follow instructions that even have pictures on them. The best part for parents is everything is included so you don't have to buy and ingredients. No baking is required either. Some of the past themes for the kid's food crafts have been holiday related, beach themed, and sports related. The Gramma in a Box is a delicious gift that kids will love.

  Head on over to Grammas Instagram page to see some past treat boxes and get a sneak peek on what will be in the next Gramma In A Box. Make sure to use code 10off to save $10 off your first box 

Keep them busy with painting

Older kids still enjoy crafts and these Creative Roots Paint Your Own kits come with everything that an older kid needs to make a cool cactus, daisy, or stepping stone. My boys enjoyed making a stepping stone last summer with a different kit but that one required them to make the stepping stone. I am glad that these kids just require painting so that means less mess. Kids can still express their creativity and then proudly display their artwork. Available themes include Daisy, Cactus and Elephant Planter. The Easter Bunny will be bringing a Cactus Kit to my boys.
Availability: A.C. Moore, Amazon, Family Dollar (Daisy)

Help them develop musical talents

Older kids love music and a Casio 44-keyboard gives them the essentials for playing those first tunes. This cool keyboard is loaded with plenty of extras like 100 tones, 50 rhythms, and 10 integrated songs. So older kids will have a blast making music and since this keyboard has LSI sound source and the 8-note polyphony, it might even sound good. This Easter Bunny present may lead to discovering a music talent in your child.

Make sure to enter the Giveaway at the end of this post to win a Casio keyboard.

Fun toys for the pool

  Soon it will time for fun in the swimming pool so these Spider-Man Dive Characters are perfect for the Easter Basket. My boys love playing the water and these dive toys will help them with their swimming skills. Just toss the soft flexible Spider-Man character into the water and kids will have a blast retrieving them from the water. These cool looking action toys are available at Target.

Help them with learning math

Now that my boys are in middle school they need a more advanced calculator to help them with more complex math problems. So I am including a Casio fx-300ES PLUS in their Easter Basket with all the Easter Candy that the Easter Bunny brings. This cool looking scientific calculator features a two-line Natural Textbook Display, which makes it possible to display fractions, exponents, logarithms, powers, and square roots just as they are written in the textbook. It’s also equipped with a repeating decimal display, random integer generator, prime factorization and more. So this will help my boys excel in math class.

Stop summer travel boredom

A recent study found that kids who spend more time on screens tend to be less happy than kids who engage in non-screen activities like reading traditional printed media or doing activities on printed material. I am guilty of letting my boys have too much screen time especially when traveling. So these travel activity books will be perfect for our summer vacations and more. The engaging and entertaining puzzles, games, activities, and challenges provide the perfect cure for "Are we there yet?" Hours stuck in the backseat will pass quietly and without complaint! Toss in some fun colored pens and kids will have fun while traveling. These activity books will be great for the airport and restaurants too.

Unique fun snacks

Do you have a pickle lover in your house? Then they will love these fresh-packed, single-serve pickles and veggie snacks that the Easter Bunny brings. Oh Snap grab and go snacks are a great way to get kids to eat more veggies. They are perfect for lunch boxes and are gluten-free, fat-free delicious single-serving snacks.

Say goodbye to the boring Easter candy

 Give the bunny an extra hand by treating your family and friends to premium dark chocolate treats.  Joyfuls will be a welcome addition to this year's Easter basket. Each individually wrapped treat is crafted with 60% cacao and topped with fruits, nuts, seeds, and Pink Himalayan Sea Salt. It is the perfect mix of sweet and salty. I love that these chocolates are Fair Trade and non-GMO. They can be found at your local grocery stores and many mass retailers.

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Your Health Needs Selfish Daily Me Time

If mama ain't happy, no one is! 

My "me" time with a pink face mask that is perfect for spring.

 We all have heard about "me" time but most people do not realize how important it is to their health. Taking some much needed time for yourself can make a huge difference in your health. This thing called "me" time can also help with your stress levels which is also a big part of health. I have heard many busy people complain that they do not have time to take care of themselves as they are busy with work or with taking care of other people like their kids. These are the very people who need to realize that they need to take care of the "me" first so they can do a good job of taking care of others. This time does not have to be huge as even five minutes can make a difference in how you feel. Sure, being able to carve out 30 minutes a day for selfish time to take care of you is even better but you have to start somewhere. So make today the day that you take 5 for you.


So make today the day that you take 5 for you

"Me" time is not about exercise or spending a lot of money
 Most people think that they need to spend money or hang out with friends to have "me" time. They also think that they need to use that time exercising. No, this is a time that you enjoy doing something that brings you happiness or does not cause stress. This time can be as simple as drinking a cup of coffee or listening to some music. The point is allowing "you" to do something that makes you happy without having to worry about feeling guilty. As a mom, I get the " I barely have time to pee so how can I have 5 minutes of time to myself!" That is where you have to be creative. Your time could happen after you put the kids to bed or it can mean taking kids to the park, while you sit on a bench and enjoy a cup of coffee. For moms with babies, it can mean putting the baby in the stroller and going for a walk. I have even heard of moms dropping their kids off at the gym daycare while they relax in the gym's hot tub. It can mean handing the kids off to dad and just going somewhere for 5 minutes or longer outside of the home.

Me time can be a game of Candy Crushing
  My husband likes to take some "me time with a game of Candy Crush on his phone. He plays a couple of rounds of grabbing the virtual candy and then he is ready to tackle the necessary work that he needs to for work. For my husband, this game time helps him to unwind from a long day at work.

Why is me time important?

Time doing something that you enjoy can help with your stress, boost your brain, help you concentrate, help you unwind, and help with relationships. This time can make a difference in the way you look at things.

Ditch the guilt
Remember that taking care or yourself keeps you from burning out and makes you a better parent, partner, or friend. This time for you is also so important for your health. The way I look at it, take some time for you now or you will have plenty of "me" time later while you are sick in bed. The time for you takes away the stress that can be bad for your health.

The Best Workout Tips For Stay At Home Moms

It is easier to maintain good health than to regain it
 I am not going to tell you how to spend your "me" time as this time is what you enjoy. It needs to be a selfish time for you. Once you allow yourself some time to take care of you that may lead to you taking care of your body. Once you realize that you matter then you can discover that your health matters too. You can realize that you need to take charge of your health by doing good things for your body. Good things like feeding your body healthy nourishing food. Good things like getting enough sleep' or trying to get sleep if you are a parent of young children. My favorite "me" time is soaking in the hot tub at the gym. Good things like exercising to keep your heart healthy. Heart disease can be a silent killer and a healthy lifestyle can prevent a heart attack. Start by committing to a healthy lifestyle.

Check out 13 simple ways to sneak in exercise


Quality me time does not always mean alone time
 You quality time that you take does not have to be alone time. It can be time to do something you enjoy with your husband. That may mean grabbing a coffee or taking a walk around the neighborhood, catching with each other. It can be some time with friends. It can be you going to the grocery store without the kids. It can be listening to your favorite music. Just think of something that makes you happy. Make a list of things that make you happy and place it on the fridge, so that every day you can select one/ This list can have things that take five minutes, things that take longer all the way up to things that you desire to do like baking cookies or taking a vacation. Start enjoying time for you. Start enjoying life.

Me time can be enjoying a healthy meal

 Finding time to go out to eat can be hard but one can always get some healthy food to go from their favorite restaurant or even the grocery store. I do love the stores that have take-out salad bars as that makes grabbing my favorite foods so easy. About once a week, I will also grab healthy food from the freezer section and take the night off from cooking. My boys and I are loving these healthier pizza pockets that are a guilt-free indulgence of a childhood treat. These grain-free pizza pockets are dairy-free and soy-free so I can enjoy gooey pizza with the boys. They come in 5 amazing flavors like pepperoni and pizza so everyone can choose their favorites for a simple yet healthy dinner.

 I received samples of Mikeys to review and all opinions are my own.

 So make today the day that you will not feel guilty about "me" time and take 5-30 minutes doing something that makes you happy. It can be as simple as treating yourself to a piece of chocolate to spending a long soak in the tub while giving yourself a face mask.

What is your favorite "me" time?

The Best Spring Clothing Picks For Tween Boys

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions stated are genuine and my own.

 The newest consumer is the Gen Z generation. Generation Z refers to babies born from the mid-2000s through today and by those standards, I have two tween boys who fit this category. Some might say that these kids are not buying things so why give them a title, but we parents see a different view as we are spending plenty on these kids. These kids have an opinion on what is being bought for them. Many of the older Gen Z's also have spending money from chores or jobs. Some of these kids, like my 12-year-old, are also big into fashion. These kids know what they want in fashion and like to change up their style depending on their mood.



    The older son-style conscious and active 

Do you have a tween boy who is focused on fashion?

 My 12-year-old son is big into fashion and loves new clothes but can be picky about what he wears. This is the kid that took forever selecting a new lunch sack as it had to look cool when he carried it. This is the kid who stood by a mirror in the store with his lunch bag. So clothes shopping is not something that I like to do with this son as it can be an all-day thing. So I like when I find an affordable online clothing store that carries the latest tween boy fashion that my son likes and will wear. This makes my life so much easier. The clothing store for Gen Z tween boys that I am loving right now is Brooklyn Cloth. This affordable clothing store got 2 thumbs up from both of my younger boys. Brooklyn Cloth has comfortable clothes that my younger boy likes while also satisfying the fashion needs of my older son. The younger son cares less about how he looks, he just wants clothes that are comfortable. So I can buy new spring clothes for both boys at one place all from the comfort of my home.

The youngest son-rough and tough

Active and fashionable clothes

 When my older son selects his clothes, he wants to see how they look on him. So there is no grab and go shopping when it comes to this child. A trip to the store can take hours with him. So I prefer online shopping as my son can take as long as he needs to select his clothes. When a clothing store shows the clothes on kids that my son can relate to, this makes it so much easier for him to decide. When the store shows the clothing pieces in different looks, different angles all the better. That way my son can select a pair of twill joggers and then see which tops look best with them. I love that the joggers have an adjustable waist so they fit any size waist. These joggers come in many styles and colors!

Clothes that give many looks

 My son loves that he can select a pair of joggers, two tops, and a jean jacket and then create several looks. I am talking cool kid looks that he can layer for spring days and these same pieces can be worn when it gets warmer outside. My son's favorite top is a sleeveless hoodie that he can wear under a jean jacket in the spring. This look is perfect for playing sports in an instant by just removing his jean jacket. This same lightweight hoodie can be worn in the summer with shorts or swim trunks.

Clothes that are comfortable and easy to wash

 My younger son, who could care less about fashion, loved the look of a button-down shirt with his comfy joggers. This same woven 100% cotton shirt looks great with fashionable swim trunks in the summer. Brooklyn Cloth sells many fashionable swim trunks. You have to check out the watermelon swim trunks as they are awesome looking! My youngest son, the one who is sitting in the below picture, tends to get dirty so I love clothes that are machine washable.

Clothes that are fun

 Both boys had so much fun selecting new clothes. When the clothes arrived, they both had to try them on right away. I love that they could try on everything at home. All the items fit the boys perfectly but if they did not fit, returning items is super easy! The boys each received 5 matching pieces of clothes. I was amazed at how each boy had their own style of wearing the clothes. My older son focused more on how the clothes looked on him while the younger son was all about how the clothes felt on him. I was amazed at the clothing combinations they wore, as they did not choose to wear the same pieces at the same time. That was a huge relief to the older one as he does not like his younger brother(who is much bigger) to look the same. These two boys may be close in age but they have two different personalities that show up especially in the way they dress. So make clothes shopping fun and easy this spring with my favorite new place to buy tween boy clothes. Brooklyn Cloth also sells clothing for men and women so head on over and check out their awesome collection of stylish clothes. You will love the selection of clothes and the ease of buying clothes without having to leave the house.

Which Brooklyn Cloth clothes are your favorite picks?

Nine Healthy Things To Keep The Wrinkles Away

Try to guess my age

            I received samples from Mychelle, Vitacup, SunsafeRx, and Broc Sprout to facilitate this post.

 People are always amazed when I tell them my age. They sometimes don't believe me when I tell them my age and always say "you must have good genes." I then think to myself, that I look so much younger than my age because of my healthy habits and a few natural products that I use on a daily basis. I have discovered some amazing anti-aging products that have been helping to make those fine lines less noticeable. So sit back and read this article as it has some good information for keeping your body and skin young-looking. Just keep in mind that I am not a doctor and these are just natural things that I do and use to stay young-looking. These healthy tips and products have worked for me to keep the wrinkles away. I will also reveal my age later on so keep reading to see if you were able to guess my age.

1. I use non-toxic cruelty-free products
     I used to think that I had to use chemical-based harsh beauty products to have young-looking skin and I would buy products that made claims to reduce the fine lines in days. I am not sure if they worked or not. Since I am trying to eliminate toxic chemicals from my life, I decided to switch out my beauty products, including what I apply to my face, for healthier products. Sure, I was worried that once I started using products that were better for me, those fine lines would start appearing. I was surprised that I was wrong and I was happy to discover that Retinal was a safe product to use on my face and could promote healthy skin renewal to minimize the appearance of lines and wrinkles on my face. One product that I have been using is made by MyChelle and this serum has Vitamin A—plus Ceramide 3 and Orange Plant Stem Cells in it which also helps with skin discoloration. I like that all products made by MyChelle are Dermatologist and Allergy tested. I use many products from the MyChelle skincare line as I like the natural ingredients in them. My favorite products are their mineral-based coconut Sun Shield and tinted Sun Shield.

All MyChelle products are Vegetarian, Cruelty-free, and Free of Phthalates, Parabens, Sulfates, Ureas, Artificial Fragrances and Colors, Petroleum, GMOs, and Gluten.

2. Matcha green tea is the Magic Elixir for your face and body
 I discovered matcha green tea several years ago and I love the many benefits of this powder, including my younger looking skin. I add a 1/2 teaspoon of matcha green tea powder to my daily smoothie as this mild tasting powder is made from green tea leaves. Green tea has many health benefits that include healthy skin. One teaspoon of matcha is equal to 10 cups of green tea and loaded with antioxidants that help protect the skin against free radicals that cause sun damage, age spots, dry skin, and yes, wrinkles. Matcha green tea powder can also help with your metabolism. The matcha green tea powder also gives my brain some much-needed thinking power in the morning. That is a plus for me as I am not a morning person. I also enjoy my daily matcha in a delicious green tea latte. Head HERE to get the delicious recipe.

3. Collagen is great for healthy skin and a healthy body
  As one gets older their body needs more collagen as our body’s own collagen synthesis declines. This supplement supports skin, hair, nail health, and also joint health. Collagen can promote firm and smooth skin as well as keeping joint cartilage healthy. So I take a collagen supplement daily so I can keep running as that helps keep my body young. I also get some amazing skin benefits from the collagen at the same time. So this is a win-win product for me.

Gourmet coffee with a beauty booster

This delicious infused coffee makes taking collagen so easy. I love that VitaCup Beauty Blend comes in recyclable Keurig® compatible pods or bags so mom has options on how she can brew her coffee. The coffee is expertly infused with ingredients selected for the health of skin, hair, and nails. Just look at the superfoods ingredients and their benefits:

 Collagen Type I + 3 

Master no-makeup mornings with your skin's new BFF.  This powerhouse protein is crucial for skin's elasticity, keeping it supple, taut and radiant.

 Biotin (B7) + Folic Acid (B9)

Killer B's, each an all-star in the beauty community! These vital nutrients are key in helping our bodies to maintain envious hair and nails. 

Cinnamon

Sweet and powerful, this super-spice delivers beloved antioxidants, which support in the fight against free radicals

VitaCup has many other delicious blends of coffee that are infused with other health benefits.

4. Antioxidants are great for overall health
  About two years ago I discovered Astaxanthin at a blogger conference. I initially decided to give this carotenoid pigment that occurs in shrimp a chance as I discovered that it could help with endurance. After using this red nutrient that is loaded with antioxidants, for 30 days, I was able to increase my speed with running. So I continue to add this amazing endurance supplement to my daily supplements. After a couple of months, I noticed that my skin looked healthier so I did some research on Natural Astaxanthin and discovered that this powerful antioxidant has other health benefits such as skin health, anti-aging, muscle endurance and recovery, and eye health.


5. Exercise is always good
  By now most people know the benefits of exercise for a healthy heart but that same healthy habit is also good for younger looking skin as well as keeping your body younger feeling. The problem is most people, including me, don't like to exercise and we all make excuses. So when you feel like skipping your daily exercise, just remember that it may be the secret for looking younger. Sweating is healthy and is also great for your skin as it helps detoxify the skin. So moms listen up and start exercising with these workout tips for stay at home moms.

Check out 13 Simple Ways To Sneak In A Workout HERE

6.  Sleep is important for maintaining healthy skin and body
 Sleep is a time for the body to rest and repair. It is amazing what sleep can do for our body and one knows the side effects when we don't get enough sleep such as not being able to think, dark circles under our eyes, and other things. So sleep really is good for our beauty. Mom was right we do need our beauty rest. Most people need 6-8 hours of sleep to help the body feel healthy. Sleep helps your body to recharge which is beneficial to skin health. It may be hard for you to fall asleep so you may avoid sleep but these Ten Tips To Get A Better Night Of Sleep may help you have healthy younger looking skin.

7. Healthy food is the basis for overall beauty
  What we eat can also affect the health of our body and skin. Our skin needs healthy food to look good. Healthy food contains vitamins and minerals that can keep our skin healthy and soft. Check out this WebMD slideshow of healthy foods that contain skin care nutrients to help your skin stay healthy from the inside out.

8. Water helps keep skin young
  Water benefits your skin and your body. The sad thing is most people do not drink enough water. So how does water benefit your skin? Water keeps your skin moist and that makes fine lines and wrinkles less noticeable. Water also helps your cells take in nutrients and get rid of toxins from your body. You should drink at least 8 glasses of water a day or more if you are active or sweating. You will be happy to know that the water in fruits, veggies, juice, and milk counts toward your total daily water intake.

9. Be sun safe
  Studies show that 80-90% of how young or old you look for your age is due to sun exposure. So being wise around the sun is always a good thing. Make sure to apply mineral based sunscreen before you head outdoors, even in the winter. For extra sun protection, there is a revolutionary pill that you take orally that protects your skin and eyes from UV rays. SunsafeRx is healthy and natural. Clinical research shows it's effective. This amazing pill is made from all-natural ingredients and fights free-radical damage throughout your whole body. I take this pill daily and to me, it gives me some extra anti-aging support in addition to wearing sunscreen.

Bonus tip
I am discovering this supplement that has the power of broccoli in two easy to take capsules. This supplement has the power of broccoli sprouts and Sulforaphane. This supplement is loaded with antioxidants which are great for healthy cells and since our skin is made of cells that may help keep our skin young looking. This is a new supplement to me so I have not used it for long enough to see any results. So head over to HERE to find out more about this powerful supplement.

So now time for my age reveal. How old do you think I am? I am 53 years young.

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Celebrate A Better You With Sweet Tomatoes

      I received meal passes to check out Sweet Tomatoes with my family.

 One of my favorite restaurants has to be Sweet Tomatoes. I like this restaurant as it is a family friendly place to eat and it is also allergy-friendly. Having a dairy-allergy can make eating out difficult so I like to frequent places that make it easy to know what is in my food. When I visit Sweet Tomatoes, I do not have to annoy the servers with questions or special requests as Sweet Tomatoes has health benefit icons that inform me about the food. These healthy icons also mean that I do not have to wait for my food to be remade, like the other day when a local Mexican restaurant accidentally added cheese to my food. This delicious restaurant is the perfect place for those who follow food plans like gluten-free, Keto, Paleo, vegan, vegetarian, whole 30, heart-healthy, plant-based, and many others.

Celebrate A Better You With Sweet Tomatoes

March is National Nutrition Month

  March is National Nutrition Month and Sweet Tomatoes is the perfect place to celebrate! Sweet Tomatoes makes it easy for my family to enjoy healthy and flavorful food. They have so many options, that even my picky eater son can find food that he enjoys. I really like that my favorite place to enjoy salad and more is always adding new food options to their menu of nutritious dishes.

 This month, guests can enjoy healthy and flavorful new options like our Chopped Chicken Salad tossed in house-made Honey Mustard Vinaigrette, Joan’s Sunny Veggie Slaw, Classic Tomato Soup and Gluten-Friendly Lemon Muffins.

Sweet Tomatoes new health benefit icons

  I love that Sweet Tomatoes made choosing healthy food options so much easier. Thes icons make selecting dairy-free options so much easier. I just look for the Vegan or Plant-Based Protein icon when selecting my food. If I still have questions about the ingredients in an item, I just look at the online interactive nutrition menu. I love that the chocolate brownie is dairy-free! For my friends who have gluten issues and need gluten-free foods, the Gluten-Friendly icon will make things easier for them. This mom can also smile when my boys choose a food that has the Heart Healthy icon. So when you want to eat healthy food, the icons at Sweet Tomatoes are so beneficial. Eating out no longer means eating salad when you choose to dine at Sweet Tomatoes. You can still enjoy salad if you want to but you can also enjoy food like soup, pasta, potatoes and so much more.

Love the online interactive nutrition menu

  I always look at the online interactive nutrition menu before I leave the house. That way I can plan out what I can eat at Sweet Tomatoes. I make a list of the foods that do not contain dairy and use this as my cheat-sheet once I am in the restaurant. So that way I can enjoy my food on my plate and feel sick later. I can also avoid an asthma attack later that day. Sure it can be a hassle to avoid dairy but I just remember how sick I was over a year ago before I discovered that a milk allergy was causing my asthma to be out of control. I am thankful for a food allergy blood test that confirmed my dairy allergy and an elimination diet that made me be able to not cough all the time. I am also thankful for restaurants like Sweet Tomatoes like allow me to enjoy eating out with my family.

Want help with better food choices?

Check out these recipes for healthy meals that are under 700 calories and tailored to many different meal plans.

https://sweettomatoes.com/700-calorie-recipes-and-menus/

Celebrate A Better You With Sweet Tomatoes