What’s yummy, easy, and just screams summer? After all, it is July 4th, and that just signifies everything mid-summer. Here’s some of our favorite recipes that your friends and family are gonna flip over. Oh, and we promise you’ll never have leftovers!
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With warmer, longer, and lazier days of summer, hopefully we get to enjoy some of the benefits of the season. Even adults tend to adopt a “school’s out!” attitude in summer. That’s why this is a perfect time to improve your health in a fashion so seasonally laid back you’ll barely notice the effort.
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Those who have tasted a summer tomato sun-sweetened on the vine or a crisp cucumber plucked, or fresh herbs right from the garden, know the intense flavor of fresh-picked produce is unrivaled by anything found in a supermarket. Okay, before any assumptions are made, we know not everyone has this capacity for home grown; however, if you do, we’ve got all the reasons you need to get started* If a simple window sill is involved… so be it! Be sure to involve the grandkids if possible.
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Our must-have essentials!
It’s that time of year again when the first warm day comes, and you throw your flip-flops on ready for the beach! We love sharing some of our beach bag essentials for you all because let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a well-prepared beach day?!
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Yea! It’s Memorial Day Weekend! It is always a first glimpse for us into summer and all the wonderful family memories start to flood our memory! This Memorial Day we want to share a delicious menu for you and your family for that backyard BBQ! Whether you are enjoying the holiday weekend with your friends or just laying low at home, these delicious recipes will help bring on those summer vibes!
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We’ve all been there: someone says, “marshmallow” and then all you can think about is toasting one over an open flame… smooshing it between graham crackers with a mountain of creamy, dreamy chocolate. Summer is the perfect time to treat your grandchildren (and yourself!) to a sweet treat that will always remind them of summer with family. You may have a backyard fire pit, you may have access to a beach to make a bonfire, or you may just use oven/stove top; these tasty s’mores can be made any way you want! Get creative with some add ons… (our grandchildren love to add pretzels!)
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This coming week marks a big holiday for all — July 4th is always the fun kick off to summer. And now, we want to give you a head start with some great ideas to jazz it all up! These simple, delicious recipes will have anyone you are serving begging for seconds. Enjoy – have a safe and happy holiday!
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a special feature from Leslie & Kay, Founders of GrandparentsLink
Summer is upon us, and this summer season is looking quite different than all the others. Right? Most camps have been cancelled, and the grandkids will be home. If you are lucky enough to have the kids come visit with you, whether it’s for a week or a day, or a few hours, here are some tips to help in the planning.
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With the summer season it’s the perfect time to explore all the yummy vegetables and fruits that are abundant…. maybe from the local farmers market or from your own garden!! No worries however, if you’re not able to plant yourself, just keep your meals filled with what’s fresh from the season. Here’s a few of our favorites
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a special feature from Leslie Zinberg & Kay Ziplow, founders, grandparentslink.com
Summer is right around the corner and one of our favorite articles to write up for our readers, is our beach day essentials. What is worse than getting to the beach and realizing you forgot your water bottle, or sunscreen!? Or, maybe you are in the market for a new tote or sun hat? Well don’t worry…we’ve got you covered! Here are 10 things you absolutely need for a perfect summer beach day!
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With summer right around the corner…. there are certain things that are really important to having fun. First and foremost is a child’s ability to be comfortable and have the skills for swimming. Do your grandchildren know how to swim? Would you like to assist them in learning valuable swimming skills? Now’s your chance.
A Mermaid’s Guide: Empower Your Child In Water and in Life, by Michelle Lang debunks old swim myths, like why you should STOP teaching children to blow bubbles and what you should tell them instead. The book also gives simple but important skills to teach children starting in the BATHTUB that could save a child’s life.
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It’s so natural… the sun is shining, and the weather is warm and inviting and all you want to do is be outside. We don’t think there’s anyone who would disagree with being right there with you. But listen up, sun damage accelerates the signs of aging
(and no one wants that!), plus the integrity of your skin texture is compromised by with sun exposure. Need we say more about skin cancer?
Now heed another warning because chemicals found in sunscreen are under fire.
Big time. Mineral creams now are the way to go!
No matter what time of year, unless you live in a cave such as a grizzly bear, your skin deserves to have protection. The right kind of protection. Doctors and research concur – it’s important to be smart and wear sunscreen… every season.
Chemicals long used in sunblock are under new scrutiny — and may signal it’s time to start reaching for alternatives. Some of these chemicals enter the bloodstream at a rate that should require additional safety data. The four chemicals — avobenzone, oxybenzone, ecamsule and octocrylene — are among the 12 ingredients that the FDA recently flagged in its efforts to update sunscreen regulations. “Mineral sunscreens, as opposed to chemical sunscreens, are a better bet,” says New York dermatologist Michele Green. They contain zinc oxide and titanium dioxide — which the FDA has deemed generally safe and effective.
Here are a few suggestions to get you on the right track
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