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[FTC Standard Disclosure] We received no compensation for this post. We tag any affiliate links from which we may earn a commission with the tag [Affiliate link]. What the heck is an Oostburger? Early in August each year, tens of thousands of bratwurst lovers gather in Sheboygan, WI, to celebrate all things brat at the Brat Days food festival. Alexis and I attended one year and soaked in all of the food, live music, the parade, and tons of fun. One of the things we discovered during that trip was the Oostburger. That delicious concoction is a burger topped with a butterflied...

[FTC Standard Disclosure] We received no compensation for this post. We tag any affiliate links from which we may earn a commission with the tag [Affiliate link]. What the heck is an Oostburger? Early in August each year, tens of thousands of bratwurst lovers gather in Sheboygan, WI, to celebrate all things brat at the Brat Days food festival. Alexis and I attended one year and soaked in all of the food, live music, the parade, and tons of fun. One of the things we discovered during that trip was the Oostburger. That delicious concoction is a burger topped with a butterflied...

It is harder and harder to choose favourites as the children get older as the children’s interests and skills levels vary greatly. They are also moving from the unconscious absorbent mind (0-3 years) to a conscious absorbent mind (3-6 years) and starting to enjoy sensorial classification and perhaps showing interest in symbols like letters or numbers. So I’ve picked 9 of my favourite Montessori activities for 3+ years but, as always, use the age as a guide only. Your child might be interested in these around 2.5 years or after 4 years. All is ok. Follow the child. 1. Making...

It is harder and harder to choose favourites as the children get older as the children’s interests and skills levels vary greatly. They are also moving from the unconscious absorbent mind (0-3 years) to a conscious absorbent mind (3-6 years) and starting to enjoy sensorial classification and perhaps showing interest in symbols like letters or numbers. So I’ve picked 9 of my favourite Montessori activities for 3+ years but, as always, use the age as a guide only. Your child might be interested in these around 2.5 years or after 4 years. All is ok. Follow the child. 1. Making...

We are currently in the job market we’ve been dreaming about. Not only is there a surge in hiring, but companies are also offering everything from sign-on bonuses to extras that include paid time off within the first six months and more. If you’ve dusted off your resume and are job hunting, or if you’re entering the job market for the first time, we’re here to help you dress for that dream job. “I think when you have an interview, you should strive to look your best — whatever that means for the individual, “advises celebrity stylist Eric Archibald. “One...