Up, Up And Away–Traveling To A Hot Air Balloon Festival

My parents met and married in Albuquerque, New Mexico, so my brothers and I know all about the city’s famed hot air balloon extravaganza. But, recently I took my daughter to a much smaller hot air balloon festival in Wisconsin. She loved it and she wasn’t alone. There were many other families with children of all ages enjoying the sight of dozens of colorful balloons on the ground and in the air. If you are looking to brighten up your travels, arrange your next trip around a hot air balloon festival. Here’s a list of some festivals taking place around … Continue reading

Balloon Volleyball

Stuck inside with the kids on a rainy day? Clear out a room, remove any breakables, and play this fun indoor volleyball game. You can get a little exercise, get the ants out of the pants of the kids and have a great time together. The object of the game is simple: volley the ball back and forth over the string as many times as possible. You don’t keep team scores, so it’s a cooperative effort. Try each time to beat your previous best. To set up, tie a piece of yarn or string across the room. Make sure it’s … Continue reading