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How much play time do your big kids get? I think w

How much play time do your big kids get? I think we focus often on making sure our younger kids are getting plenty of outside time, and play dates with friends, that sometimes we forget the teenagers need it too. Today we were able to get some of the trench kids out to the local playground. They climbed, they ran, they played hide and seek, and came up with their own challenges. Plenty of studies show that spending time in nature improves mood, and reduces stress. We often don’t think about the fact that our teenagers may have stress too. With so many activities and school pressures it’s nice to be able to get outside and remember to be a kid again.
#getoutside #getoutdoors #getoutsideandplay #momsofinstagram #momswithcameras #momsinthetrenches #kidsinthewild #outdooradventures #outdoorparenting #homeschoolkids #homeschoollife #naturekids #playgroundlife #kidsinthewild #lovewhereyoulive

I’m going this month to see one of my favorite c

I’m going this month to see one of my favorite classic books come alive on stage. Us Moms in the Trenches are huge advocates for teaching using theater. @orlandorep offers curriculum to go right along with their shows and we absolutely love it. Check out their page and all they have to offer. They have field trip shows as well as weekend shows. Click the link in our bio for more on how we use theater to teach. .
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We're back in a routine but need some new binge-wo

We're back in a routine but need some new binge-worthy shows. Whatcha got?⁠
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#momsinthetrenches #netflix #binge #newshow

How often do your kids snack?⁠ ⁠ We have a sna

How often do your kids snack?⁠
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We have a snack solution on the blog. Click the link in our bio for more info. ⁠
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#homeschoollife #momlife #kids #snacks #homeschoolmom #workathome #stayathome #homeschooling #homeschoolblog #homeschooldays #homeschoollifestyle #homeschoolersofinstagram #momlifebelike #momlife #momlifehacks #momlifebalance⁠

We #homeschool. I work at home. We spend a lot o

We #homeschool. I work at home. We spend a lot of time at home! It seemed like there was a constant need for #snacking in our home. I’m not sure what it is about being at home that makes kids feel the need to eat every 5 minutes…but it does. From my experience, it’s a worldwide problem.⁠
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I MADE A SOLUTION TO THE CONSTANT SNACKING PROBLEM⁠
I know, you’re asking, “What? A solution?” A solution to the age-old “my kids eat me out of house and home” dilemma? Since I work at home, I often need my kids to be independent. One day, when I realized I was helping them with snacks or answering their questions about food what seemed like every 5 minutes, I decided enough was enough and took matters into my own hands.⁠
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OUR SNACK SCHEDULER⁠
I posted a schedule on our pantry. They were no longer allowed to eat outside of the posted times. You can work a schedule based on your family and your needs, but this is my guarantee. As long as they follow the rules, this will solve your world hunger problems.⁠
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8:30 Breakfast (Like a full, real breakfast. Not first breakfast, or round one. But (choose one) pancakes/waffle/cereal and some fruit and glass of milk.⁠
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10:30 Snack (I keep a variety and I keep them healthy.)⁠
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12:00 Lunch (They can make their own or eat leftovers for the most part. I have also prepared boxes and left them in the fridge on occasion.)⁠
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3:00 Snack⁠
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6:00 Dinner (I have them help prepare dinner.)⁠
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HOW THIS STOPPED THE CONSTANT NEED SNACKS ⁠
There have been so many benefits to involving them in food and cooking. They gain a perspective of the money and work involved in preparing all the food they ask for. There is also a benefit in that they don’t want to do the prep and clean up as well so they will sometimes forego the extra food. And the best benefit? There is no longer a constant need for kids’ snacking.⁠
We’ve been doing this for 2 years now. It’s easy, it’s fun, and they love it!⁠
#homeschoollife #momlife #kids #snacks #homeschoolmom #workathome #stayathome #homeschooling #homeschoolblog #homeschooldays #homeschoollifestyle #homeschoolersofinstagram #momlifebelike #momlife #momlifehacks #momlifebalance⁠
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Happy New Year. Tell us what's going to happen th

Happy New Year. Tell us what's going to happen this year!⁠
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#happynewyear #newyear #in2020 #2020 #getitdone #momlife #momsinthetrenches

Do we take our kids to a brewery? Just about every

Do we take our kids to a brewery? Just about every chance we get. We love hanging together at our local brewery @suncreekbrewery. Even though yes, the Moms in the Trenches might have a beer, the kids can hang out having pizza, playing games, and enjoying the outdoors. Do you have a great local place that everyone in the family enjoys?
#lovewhereyoulive #clermont #clermontflorida #myclermont #momsinthetrenches #momsofinstagram #kidsofinstagram #pizza #beer #beerstagram #beertime #clermontfl #lovefl

Today was my birthday and this lady (TrenchMom Ton

Today was my birthday and this lady (TrenchMom Tonya) took me out to lunch at this amazing little local taco place in Clermont #LosReyes. We sat on the deck and both of us had enchiladas and margaritas. It was a gorgeous afternoon and we took a moment for ourselves. We thoroughly enjoyed our food and the place was so charming we sat for 2 hours and just talked! .
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#lovewhereyoulive #clermont #tacos #enchiladas #margarita #birthdaygirl #birthdaylunch #rechargeyoursoul

#ThrowbackThursday to that time we went to @mindma

#ThrowbackThursday to that time we went to @mindmasterscc Have you been? If you like escape games, these folks are the masters!⁠
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#escapegame #funwithkids #clermontfl #escaperooms #escaperoomorlando #thingstodowithkids #thingstodwithchildren. #momsinthetrenches #escaperoomenthusiasts #orlandotourism #momswhotravel #loveyourtimetogether #familytraveltribe

Do you use oils to help prevent colds? We have a l

Do you use oils to help prevent colds? We have a list of DIY and trusted oil remedies for colds and flu. Check them out at the link in our bio.⁠
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colds #remedies #momlife #realmomlife #momsinthetrenches

Only a few days left to get your costume on? Need

Only a few days left to get your costume on? Need some easy DIY ideas? Check out the 11 easy DIY Disney costumes you can do at the link in our bio. ⁠
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#momsinthetrenches #halloween #disneybounding #disney #snowwhite #poisonapple #waltdisneyworld #disneylife #disneyinsta #disneyblogger #disneybounder #mnsshp2019 #disneyvibes #momlife #momlifehacks #momlifeunfiltered #wildandfreechildren #takethekids #kidsthatwander #familytravelmoment #sayyestoadventure

What's a Pirate's Favorite Letter?⁠ ⁠ It's the

What's a Pirate's Favorite Letter?⁠
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It's the C!⁠
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It's #talklikeapirate Day and we have some Ridiculously Easy Costumes for Kids up on our blog. ⁠
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Go check it out at the link in our bio!⁠
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#costumes #easycostumes #pirates #captainhook #smee #princesspirate #disney #disneybounding #disneyboundingislife #mickeysnotsoscary #mickeyshalloween #mickeysnotsoscaryhalloweenparty #disneyboundingideas #halloweencostumes⁠

Two of our teenagers recently took the BRAKES driv

Two of our teenagers recently took the BRAKES driving course here in Orlando. BRAKES, which stands for Be Responsible and Keep Everyone Safe, wants to teach teens how to be safe in their vehicles and what to do in unsafe situations.⁠
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They got in the cars, provided by Kia, and did Drunk Goggle and Distracted Driving, Skid Course, Slalom Course, Sudden Braking and so much more. They both not only had fun but learned a lot!⁠
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Did you know that in Germany, teens get an average of 500 hours before they get to drive on their own, but in the US, it's more like 30-50?⁠
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If you can get your teen into a BRAKES driving class, it's a non-profit organization on a mission to just keep our kids safe. ⁠
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Check them out here @putonthebrakes⁠
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#brakes #brakesdrivingschool #teens #teenagerdrivers #besafe #defensivedriving #defensivedrivingschool #putonthebrakes #teendefinsivedriving #teenagedriving

We needed a reason to eat cookies...thanks full Ha

We needed a reason to eat cookies...thanks full Harvest Moon 🌝!! (The teenager definitely wanted to participate in this one!)
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#harvestmoon #homeschool #turninglessonsintosnacks #oreomoon #foodschool #fallactivities #fridaythethirteenth

Loving where we live today. . . . . #lovewhereyoul

Loving where we live today. .
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#lovewhereyoulive #visitclermont #visitlakefl #mountaineercoffee #coffeeandwork #worksmarternotharder #workoutsidethebox #lakecountyflorida #clermontfl #citrustower #clermonttwins @dotraveler @mountaineercoffee.clermont

Thanks @visit_jax for hosting us tonight. It was

Thanks @visit_jax for hosting us tonight. It was an incredible night of enlightening information about a city so close to our home that is beyond worthy of our attention. We met some amazing new friends and look forward to reaching out to some new experiences.

12 meals. 7 hours. All bright, shiny and new again

12 meals. 7 hours. All bright, shiny and new again. .
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#wherethemagichappens #trenchmoms #freezermeals #backtoschool #drinkmorewine
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Success! Freezer meal cooking party is leaving us

Success! Freezer meal cooking party is leaving us with 12 meals ready to put in a crock or instant pot. Stay tuned for our blog on this. .
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#freezermeals ##mealplanning #instantpot #crockpot #freezermealplanning #cookingwithfriends #dontforgetthewine #cookinganddrinkingwine

Last Ditch Summer Contest 🌞🔥💦 It's still

Last Ditch Summer Contest 🌞🔥💦 It's still hot in Florida, but we know that across the country summer is winding down.

We have a giveaway to extend summer now and through next year.
These crochet water balloons are reusable, eco-friendly, they soak up water, and avoid water balloon plastic mess. You get 6 balloons and a bucket.
Bonus they even fun with for the teens!

One winner will this set of crochet reusable water ballons and bucket.
Rules:
1. Must follow @trenchmoms
2. Must Like this Photo
3. Comment with your favorite summer activity **Bonus Entry
Tag 3 friends
Winner will be selected Sunday August 11
Contest not sponsored by Instagram.
#contest #summer #summerfun #waterballoons #waterballoonfight #waterballoon #floridasummer #endlesssdays #spendtimetogether #spendingtimetogether #giveaway #giveawaycontest #momsofinstagram #momssupportingmoms #momsinthetrenches #trenchmoms #poolparty #poolside #pooltime #pooltoys

Watch for us on @myfoxorlando on Good Day Orlando

Watch for us on @myfoxorlando on Good Day Orlando today between 8-9 and watch us try and escape from an ESCAPE ROOM at @mindmasterscc .
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#trenchmoms #homeschool #escaperoom #mindmasters #clermont #gooddayorlando #wishusluck #myfoxorlando #mondaybrain #laketourism #lovewhereyoulive #escapeenthusiast

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