My kids rarely say "I'm bored!" anymore, but those times when they're piddling around the house or following me from room to room, seemingly anxious for something stimulating to do, that's when I know it's time to reach into my bag of tricks and help them create some magic. Not that I think there's anything wrong with being bored, because I don't. Boredom is often how the best ideas are born. However, sometimes we all need a little help getting busy and inspired. Here are some boredom buster ideas that are easy to implement:

Milk & honey bath. Ahh, just the sound of the words relieves the seemingly ever-increasing tension in my neck. If you're thinking that you want to have an ultimate spa night, then a milk and honey bath it is, and here's the skinny on exactly how to make this self-indulgent treat with just a few ingredients.

Congrats! You’re expecting! And your friends and family are anxious to shower you with everything you’ll need for your new little bundle of joy. And – to the surprise of absolutely nobody – we’ve found that the MOST effective baby registry is none other than (drum roll please)… AMAZON.

Wait, you didn’t know that Amazon has a Baby Registry?

They do, and it comes with some great benefits.

Ha ha ha! You want me to go where? To do what? At what time of day?

Child, please! Summertime is here, and we're in Texas, after all. I do plan to avoid the outdoors as much as possible during the daytime. You too? If so, you'll enjoy this reminder of some fun activities to do with the family after sunset: 

Summer sun means it’s time for warm-weather fun for kids of all ages, and all that activity and playing calls for snacks and hydration to recharge. Whether your children like to play poolside or take a bicycle adventure through the neighborhood, the right nutrient-dense foods can keep the fun going all day long.