Score Big With Kid- Friendly Tailgates Football season is underway, and many Americans will start spending their Saturdays and Sundays tailgating in stadium parking lots. It does not matter if you are going to an NFL or college game; tailgating is a great way to spend time with your friends and family before the big game. While many tailgates consist of adult activities like drinking alcohol and blasting loud music, many prefer to make it a family affair. If you plan to have kids at your tailgate, you need to ensure they have everything they need to have fun. Here are a few ways you can help your kids make the most of their day at the tailgate! Bring kid-friendly snacks and drinks. The average tailgate lasts a few hours, and most people enjoy at least one meal during that time frame. While most tailgate foods are simple appetizers and easy-to-make dishes, ask your kids or any kids attending if they want anything specific. Fill one of your coolers with sliced fruit and juice boxes to ensure your kids have a healthy food option and child-friendly drinks. Plan a few different activities. Your kids will get bored if there is nothing to do at the tailgate besides listening to pregame coverage and talking to others. Invest in
cornhole boards or other games, or see if someone in your group is comfortable with face painting. It does not have to be extensive, but having a few kid-friendly activities prepared will keep boredom at bay. Encourage your kids to show support for their team. Whether you are a fan of the home or away team, you and your kids should wear the right colors to show your support. Let your kids pick out a shirt, jersey, hat, or other team-affiliated apparel to help them get involved. Finally, do not forget about your child’s need for a nap. Be sure to bring pillows and a blanket for them, and set up a comfortable spot for them to rest when needed. Doing so will allow everyone to enjoy the upcoming game to the fullest.
How Our Daughter Combines Passion and Compassion in Fresno, California CATCHING UP WITH ASHLEY
As parents and Realtors, we are often sharing glimpses of our family life with our wonderful clients. Since Sept. 25 is National Daughter’s Day, we thought now is the perfect time to update you all on our daughter, Ashley, whose journey many of you have kindly followed over the years. It seems like only yesterday when Ashley was just toddling around our community here in Anthem. Many of you might recall seeing her dribbling down the local basketball courts, from the Anthem Community Center to Boulder Creek High School, where her passion for the game grew alongside her. After high school, Ashley took her talents to Pacific University, where she continued her basketball career and excelled academically. Her hard work and determination led her to
graduate from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions as a Physician Assistant last August. We are incredibly proud of her dedication and decision to choose a career in caring for others. Now, Ashley lives in Fresno, California, where she serves an underserved community at a family practice clinic and prompt care facility, which is part of her two-year commitment with the National Health Service Corps. As she made the leap to purchase her first home, Ashley made sure to listen to her parents’ real estate advice! She absolutely adores her new home and community, with its farmers markets and biking trails. Most weekends, she explores California with friends from her PA program and high school. In a new twist, she has also become a cat
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