Posts Tagged With ‘ Gigi Connection ’

Back-to-school season is just around the corner, so you know what that means; mornings are consumed by coming up with ideas on what to make for kid’s lunches or if you’re a bit more of a strategist, Sundays are dedicated to preparing weekly meal plans. While these plans of action work, school lunches can be a real challenge for those who want to be quick about packing up kid’s lunches without compromising the nutrition they get, or worse, coming home with a still full lunchbox. Try these ideas to get them more excited about lunch! Taco Bar Surprise Surprise kids by making their very... Continue Reading

It’s that favorite time of year for kids AND their moms. There’s nothing more exciting than getting that list of supplies from the school and heading off to the store to get new pencils, notebooks, backpacks, and a special pencil box. After all, this is the first “regular” school year since the pandemic started and all are eager to get back to the simple joys of life. We gigi’s are here to help with some fun suggestions. Gigi LoriWith the start of a new school year comes the task of sending children to school with a healthy and nutritious meal for lunch. Bento boxes... Continue Reading

If you’re a smartphone owner, as we all are, you probably use mobile apps every single day. Whether you’re video-chatting with a grandchild, playing games with your friends or checking Facebook, a mobile app makes all that possible to do. Today there are literally millions of apps available and it can be overwhelming to pick which ones are worth getting and using, so we decided to share the five favorite apps we’re enjoying and are easy to use! Gigi LoriI love to read books but don’t always have the luxury of sitting by a pool or reading in bed to read some of the great... Continue Reading

What an exciting and tiring time in a new parents’ life. A new, tiny life has been born and so many emotions are swirling in the new parent’s life. There is sleep deprivation, joy, love, hormones, and many other emotions. What could you bring a new parent? We thought we would give you some ideas to shower the new parents with love. Gigi SusieI am expecting my 5th grandchild to be born in the next 6-8 weeks. I am so excited to see my daughter experience motherhood first hand and know she will be a great mama. To me, when choosing something to put into a gift basket for the new... Continue Reading

Every parent wants the best for their baby, but when it comes to making purchases, sometimes the question is whether to splurge or save. When it comes to strollers, high chairs, and car seats, you should always buy the best quality your budget can afford. Here’s why: It’s all about safety! With strollers, you want to be sure that your baby won’t fall out or accidentally undo the safety locks, so it’s worth it to invest in a sturdy model. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a new ,standard in 2015 for overall stroller safety. If you’re a grandparent, then... Continue Reading

Gigi LoriWhether your family is spending a day at the beach, lake or attending your grandchild’s sporting events during the hot summer months, our families’ go to cooler bag is this Yeti collapsible bag. It has a wider, easier opening, has a leakproof liner and is cold cell insulated. Enjoy family fun during the hot summer months! Gigi Lori Gigi Susie Traveling and being outdoors with my grandchildren during the summer months means I need to do what I can to protect their delicate skin with the appropriate sunscreen so they can enjoy being kids!! My go to since they were little has... Continue Reading

With 4th of July less than a week away, we thought we would share our favorite 4th of July recipes. Because this was such a huge hit last year, we thought we would repost again for this American holiday! Not only is this a patriotic holiday, it can also be one of the hottest holidays of the year. So, this year in 2022, we thought we would share a 4th of July smoothie for kids and adults. This recipe makes 4 servings 1 cup fresh blackberries or blueberries or more, to taste 5 large strawberries, hulled and halved 1 large banana ⅓ cup orange juice 2 cups crushed ice 1... Continue Reading

What child doesn’t want a Lemonade Stand. It is probably one of the first jobs some children will have. I have always made it a point to make sure I stop at any Lemonade Stand I come across. Usually on the way out and the way back. It is such fun to watch the young entrepreneurs hustle to give you their special glass of refreshing citrus, gather your money and rush to give you your change. The look on their face is priceless when you tell them you would like 2 and then give them a tip. It is such a fun summer activity for them. Living in Arizona we have an abundance of citrus and my... Continue Reading

The More That You Read, The More Things You Will Know. The More That You Learn, The More Places You’ll Go. ~Dr. Seuss It doesn’t seem that long ago that I was planning summer books to keep my kids entertained and not lose what they learned during the school year for summertime. However, it is hard to believe I have been blessed with 4 grandchildren – #5 is on the way arriving in September!! If you are lucky enough to help out with your grandchildren over the summer, here are some activities and books you can do with them to make learning fun and for them to retain what they... Continue Reading

Summer: when the days get longer, the stars shine brighter, your hair gets lighter, the water gets warmer, the music gets louder and life gets better. To make your salads complete, check out this beautiful serving bowl and serving utensils. Gigi Lori Pea and Prosciutto Salad 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/4 cup shelled fresh green peas or frozen peas thawed 12 ounces sugar snap peas 4 ounces arugula about 6 cups 4 ounces very thinly sliced prosciutto Kosher salt Shaved fresh horseradish Whisk the lemon juice Dijon mustard and olive oil together. Cook... Continue Reading