Elevate Your Backyard Party with These Hacks

There's no better way to enjoy the season than by hosting a backyard party. Whether you're planning a casual get-together with friends or a lively family gathering, creating the perfect atmosphere doesn't have to be complicated. Here are some simple yet effective hacks to turn your outdoor space into a festive and inviting haven!

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The Latest Food Trend: Pop-Tarts Milkshake!

Have you heard about the latest food trend, which involves adding PopTarts to your milkshake? Mmmm... so many possiblities! S'mores Pop Tarts with Rocky Road ice cream, Brown Sugar & Cinnamon Pop Tarts with Cinnamon Twist Blue Bell Ice Cream, Chocolate Pop Tarts with Chocolate Ice Cream...the list can go on! 

Here's a recipe from lifehacker.com to make your own S'mores Milkshake at home!

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Host a Flower Party This Summer

There's something profoundly uplifting about gathering friends together, especially when there's a creative twist involved. There is a delightful trend that's blooming in social circles: hosting flower parties. 🌷 This gathering isn't just about creativity; it's about celebrating the beauty around us and the joy of companionship.

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Hold Your Own Regatta This Summer

Today is the 206th Royal St. John’s Regatta, celebrated in Newfoundland, and is North America’s oldest annual sporting event.

Regatta: re·gat·ta. Noun. A sporting event consisting of a series of boat races. Rowing, sailing, or speedboats.

Why not hold your own regatta? Here are some ideas:

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Checking In! Is Jesus Your Firm Foundation This Summer?

Now that we are more than halfway through the summer, it may be a good time to check-in with yourself and see how you are doing. Here are some questions to consider today:

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Cozy Campfire Nights at Home

Nothing says camp like a cozy campfire under the stars. Bringing the magic of a Camp IAWAH campfire night to your home can create unforgettable family moments. Whether you have a fire pit in your backyard or use a safe indoor alternative, here’s how you can recreate the warmth and wonder of a campfire evening.

This article was provided by our friends at Camp IAWAH, the summer fun experts. Learn more at iawah.com.

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Camping Hacks from a Scout Leader

We’re blessed to live in a country filled with natural beauty and protected park lands. In Ontario alone, over 6.6 million campsite nights were reserved in 2021 across 100 visitor-friendly provincial campgrounds. The next time you venture out for a day or weekend to experience the glory of God’s creation, here are some hacks to improve your stay.

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See Two Active Meteor Showers

The stars and meteors have been marveled at for thousands of years. It’s a natural light show that has been gifted to us by God. Now is the perfect time for stargazing for there is not one, but two meteor showers active right now. Below you will find a link on how to make your own planisphere that will let you know which stars and constellations you’ll be able to see during this time of year. If you prefer a digital display, there is a website you can visit called stellarium-web.org. Below are the links to the planisphere craft, the star website, and the forecast for the meteor showers.

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Bible Verses for Lonely Summer Nights

Summer nights can be a time of joy, relaxation, and connection. But they can also bring feelings of loneliness, especially when the world seems to slow down, and our thoughts become more pronounced. Whether you’re missing a loved one, feeling isolated, or simply yearning for deeper connection, the Bible offers profound comfort and hope. Here are some Bible verses to uplift your spirit on those lonely summer nights.

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It takes a noble man to plant a seed for a tree that will someday give shade to people he may never meet.

Every Monday at 5:00 P.M. ET, Care Baldwin shares a Monday Motivation quote along with a message to encourage you in your life and faith. Today's quote is from former chaplain both to Harvard and Stanford universities, D. Elton Trueblood.

"It takes a noble man to plant a seed for a tree that will some day give shade to people he may never meet."

Read more for the audio replay + transcript of Care's message!

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