Remembering Independence Day with Sand Box Warsfamily fun • family fun-traditions
Fourth of July—The Fourth of July is the epitome of summer. It’s one of those days that brings you back to your childhood with timeless traditions. A parade in the morning with salt water taffy for breakfast starts the typical American celebration. Then you spend the day outdoors with…
Craft: How to Make Patriotic Decor with Upcycled Glass JarsWant a quick and easy—and fairly disposable—way to add some patriotic flair to your decor? Upcycle a few glass jars. Everyone has glass jars around the house. Create some patriotic vases or a cute way to set out silverware for your summer BBQ. How to Make Patriotic Decor with…
Family Travel: Road Trip on Illinois’ Route 66travel • road trips & staycations
While on family vacation just outside of Chicago, we inadvertently found ourselves in Pontiac, Illinois on historic Route 66. We were inspired by Vice President of Walt Disney Imagineering, Kathy Mangum, who spoke at the evo Conference about how her team relied on creativity and storytelling to build…
Lots of people dream of writing the Great American Novel. When I first heard demos of Diane Birch’s songs, I realized she had the potential to record the Great American Album—and I signed her immediately. There was something simultaneously intimate and epic about Diane’s songs; something completely fresh and contemporary,…
