Category Archives: Family Activities

The Parks of Dothan – Botanical Gardens

At first glance, Dothan may seem like a boring flat city, 4 hours from any type of mountain and at least 2 hours from the beach.  However, if you know where to look, there are hidden treasures to be found! … Continue reading

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Strawberry Picking at Cottle Farms!

Hello Spring!  And what an early hello it is for this Yankee turned Southern Belle.  The idea of not only planting but also harvesting many things before Memorial day is so foreign to me it has taken a good 7 years to … Continue reading

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The Parks of Dothan – Rotary Miracle Field Playground

We are so glad that Mr. Groundhog did not see his shadow and that spring has come early to the Wiregrass area!  We have spent the last two lunches at Rotary Miracle Field Playground and today came home with sand … Continue reading

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BIG FUN – Dothan’s only BOUNCE HOUSE

This winter a great new place to take your kids to get out the wiggles opened up!  I was so excited!  BIG FUN has 3 jump houses and one HUGE slide!  They also have roller racers and big screens for … Continue reading

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Christmas Ideas – Devotional Gifts

In my post about giving your children only 3 gifts this year for Christmas I mentioned that one of the categories could be Devotional.  I have been thinking about some gifts that would not seem as boring as a book; … Continue reading

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Fun Friday Tip – Begin Now Preparing for Thanksgiving!

When I was growing up, Thanksgiving was an all week affair beginning with pie making.  This usually started up to a week in advance.  Even though it was just our family of five plus my grandparents, we usually made 6-8 pies. … Continue reading

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The Parks of Dothan – Landmark Park

When we first moved here, I had no idea Dothan had so many parks!  At first glance it seemed just the opposite.  This series is an attempt to help those who are new to the area or even those who have lived … Continue reading

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Cooler Weather + Outdoor Toy Clearance = Outdoor Toy-Views from MommyViews

It seems as if fall has decided to make its appearance here in Southeast, Alabama.  This means that the kidos and I have been outside almost everyday enjoying the less than 100 degree weather!  It is in the 80′s this week … Continue reading

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Family Games – MommyViews Picks

When my husband and I got married, we were told that we should spend at least a year without buying a television.  Well, six and a half years later we still have not gotten around to making that purchase.  Before you … Continue reading

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