BrandiParsons8May 9, 20201 minScaredy Bat and the Sunscreen Snatcher This morning I just finished an ARC of Scaredy Bat and the Sunscreen Snatcher by Marina J. Bowman.
BrandiParsons8Jan 12, 20201 minEvvie Drake Starts OverAuthor Linda Holmes tells a delightful story. The book is the perfect balance of characters, small town charm...
BrandiParsons8Dec 16, 20191 minMy Favorite Sugar Cookies about 2 hours to go from mixing the dough to pulling the last batch of cookies out of the oven
BrandiParsons8Sep 22, 20192 minLearning to Swim"You deserve all the credit." I am arguing this point though because he is putting in time outside of the 30 minutes we have together every
BrandiParsons8Aug 20, 20192 minBarefoot Beach - a book reviewEvery time I settled in to read and let my children exercise some independence at the local pools, my son popped his head between the book a
BrandiParsons8Jun 3, 20191 minCedar Rapids Swimming Pool Hours June 3-6Cedar Rapids pool hours for the last week of school.
BrandiParsons8Jun 3, 20192 minRestI took time this weekend to rest. It proved to be an eventful weekend just the same. My children both learned how to ride their bikes...
BrandiParsons8May 31, 20191 minSummer Kick-off Swim TonightIf you need something to do with your children tonight or are ready for some outdoor swim time, the Cedar Rapids, Iowa outdoor pools open...
BrandiParsons8May 30, 20192 minThe Brave Bad WolfThere is nothing harder for a swimming instructor than having a child that will not put his head under water. After all, breath control...
BrandiParsons8May 26, 20191 minRe-application of Sunscreen A MustIt was a glorious day at the pool yesterday. It wasn't too hot for opening day, which also meant it wasn't overly crowded. About the time...
BrandiParsons8May 25, 20191 minRemember the SunscreenWhen you're outside this weekend, remember the sunscreen! My children and I have fairly light skin. Our complexions give off the radiant...
BrandiParsons8May 24, 20191 minTop 5 Swim Toys for Toddlers1. Toy Watering Can Pretend your toddler is a flower. Make him grow big and tall, but be sure that you are willing to be the flower too!...
BrandiParsons8May 23, 20193 minSwimming in the SummerFamily Swim Times at Noelridge Aquatic Center for Memorial Day Saturday, May 25th 1-6 PM Sunday, May 26th 1-6 PM Monday, May 27th 1-5 PM