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Dining with Disney Princesses- Akershus in Epcot

Continuing my series of Disney dining information, today’s post is all about the Akershus Royal Dining Hall in Epcot. Home to several Princesses and Norwegian fare, this restaurant is a…

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October 25, 2024
Museums

Why Families Love Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry

Looking to do more than shopping on your next trip to the Windy City? I’ve got you covered! On our last trip we hit several museums, starting with the Griffin…

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November 18, 2024
Travel

Mount Rainier or How to Throw Snowballs in a National Park

Have you ever wanted to have a snowball fight on the side of a mountain? In the middle of Spring? How about seeing wild waterfalls or trees that are neverendingly…

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September 23, 2025
  • Disney

    Character Dining in Disney World-An easy way to meet characters!

    January 18, 2024 /

    Everyone travels to Disney World for different reasons. Some for the rides, some begrudgingly being dragged along by a spouse, some to be a part of Walt’s magic and some people are there to meet their favorite characters. While there are certainly opportunities to meet characters in the Disney Parks, choosing to have a Character dining experience in Disney World will guarantee the chance to get some face time with Mickey and his friends! Some links featured may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you! Read on to find out the Who, What, When,…

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    This Exciting Toy Story Birthday is Out of this World!

    January 16, 2024 /

    Since Covid prevented birthday gatherings for a few years, I went all out on my youngest’s 4th birthday! Check out my take on a Toy Story birthday complete with ideas for food, decorations and activities. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase I may make a small commission at absolutely no extra cost to you! How to plan the ultimate Toy Story birthday party! Since I knew I was inviting half the world to this party, I began planning months in advance. Summer weather in the Midwest is anything but predictable, so step one was to rent a huge tent. The tent area…

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    How to Make Bacon and Onion Deviled Eggs

    January 12, 2024 /

    Every time a holiday rolls around on the calendar, I begin looking for something new and fresh to bring to the table. Although deviled eggs are usually an Easter dish, my family loves them any time of year! This recipe adds bacon and onion to a traditional filling to give a bit more flavor to this classic appetizer. Jump to Recipe Ingredients for Deviled Eggs Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you! Equipment Needed for Deviled Eggs In order to make deviled eggs you will need a food processor. This Hamilton…

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  • Activities,  Travel

    How to make the easiest Lego table ever!

    December 20, 2023 /

    If you travel by car as often as we do, eventually the fun of travel books and games will start to wear off for your kids. That’s when you have to dig deep and get creative to keep the peace in the backseat! I’ve got the ultimate road trip activity hack and it will take you less than five minutes to make. Read ahead to find out how to make a Lego table for the car. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase I may make a small commission at NO extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! Lego on Amazon…

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    The Mitten: Easy Activities and Curriculum for Young Learners

    December 11, 2023 /

    Jan Brett’s ‘The Mitten’ is a classic story for early childhood or elementary aged children. The perfect book to read during the winter, it offers several ways to creatively teach curriculum standards. Follow along for my ideas! This post may contain affiliate links, by clicking on them and making a purchase, I may make a commission at no extra cost to you. Sidebar: These mittens from Amazon are excellent for kids! They come in three different sizes and have zippers to make putting them on easier. The Mitten ‘The Mitten’ is a story that I can remember learning in elementary school and one that I have passed on to my…

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  • Disney

    Navigating Transportation in Disney World-Getting Everywhere You Need to Go!

    December 5, 2023 /

    Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World and finding it a little…confusing and complicated? Don’t worry! I’m here to help. I’ve already written about when to go and where to stay, so this week’s Disney information is about transportation in Disney World. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Ready to book your dream Disney Vacation? Contact the vacation planner we use-Magical Memories by Casey with Main Street and More Travel! Be sure to tell him The Chaos Manager sent you! Transportation in Disney World 101 Rule #1 Always…

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    Recipes

    Chicken Fried Rice- How to make Take-Out while Staying In!

    December 5, 2023 /

    If you’re looking for the perfect meal-no matter the time of year- you’ve found it! This recipe for chicken fried rice is light enough for a summer meal, but can also be a cozy and tasty treat in the winter. This recipe has quickly become one of my favorites and the leftovers are a lunchtime treat for the days following. Skip To RecipeSkip to Ingredients Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! Equipment Needed to make Chicken Fried Rice There are a few recipes our rotation…

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    Holiday,  Recipes

    Hot Dog Mummies- A Fun & Fast Halloween Meal!

    November 27, 2023 /

    Even though Halloween was almost an entire month ago, I’m just now getting around to posting about these cute little hot dog mummies! Its tradition at our house to have them each year right around Halloween, but they’d also be a fun homeschool lunch during an Egypt unit. Read on to see how easy it can be to play with your food! Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Playing with your food- Hot Dog Mummies! As I said above, I’ve been making these simple little mummies for my kids every…

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  • Recipes

    30 More Great Dinner Ideas!

    November 27, 2023 /

    Stumped when trying to find dinner ideas the entire family will enjoy? Check out 30 MORE dinner ideas for families from The Chaos Manager! These recipes range in cuisine, as well as how long they take to make- but the one thing they have in common is that your entire family will like them! Looking for the original 30 Dinner ideas? They’re all right here. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase, I may make a small commission at NO extra cost to you! 30 More Dinner Ideas Below are links to my own recipes, recipes I’ve found and tested from other sites,…

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    Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Soup You’ll Crave All Year

    November 26, 2023 /

    Looking for an easy meal the entire family will love? Look no further than this quick and simple slow cooker recipe for Buffalo Chicken Soup. The spice level is adjustable so there’s no need to make different meals for the spice adverse (like me!). Go straight to recipe Some links on this page are affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you! Thanks for your support. Nothing makes me happier than a true ‘set it and forget it’ kind of recipe. This is one of those! Once all of the ingredients are in the slow cooker…

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