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Where Can You Still See Fireworks Near South Austin?

  Even though Austin has canceled the annual fireworks show for only the second time in 40 years, and our celebrations will inevitably look different this year while practicing responsible social distancing… there is no reason to cancel celebrating all...

A Go-To Blueberry Pie Recipe for the 4th of July!

  Anyone else baking up a storm this summer? We’re adding this festive dessert from Art of the Pie’s Kate McDermott to our 4th of July baking list. Her new book, Pie Camp: The Skills You Need to Make Any Pie You Want (Countryman Press) will be released October 6,...

Catching Up with Donte Palmer of Squat for Change!

Photo credit: Kate Gardiner   Last year, we spoke to Donte Palmer, dad to three boys, about his amazing Squat for Change movement. It started with a single viral photo of him trying to change his youngest son’s diaper in a public restroom, on his lap—and resulted...

Inspire a Love of Learning with the Learn With Homer App

This post is not sponsored by Learn With Homer and contains only my own opinions and honest review. Photos were used with permission from Learn With Homer.    I remember well the woes of our first iPad being filled with learning apps that were sub-par. I was...

Tips for Hitting Up Austin Pools This Summer

Making reservations is most likely the biggest obstacle to families wanting to visit public pools this summer, so I’m here to walk you through the process, and tell you about our experience so far at 3 beloved swimming sites so you know what to expect.  ...

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