Tnez Fam Adventures

08/06/2024

One of our latest indoor adventures! 🛼

While traveling, the kids wanted to stretch their legs and do some skating, which led us to “Rink-O-Mania” (Skate-O-Mania) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This is where the famous Stranger Things was filmed!

Are you a fan of Stranger Things or skating? Is Rink-O-Mania on your bucket list? 🗺️📍

08/02/2024

Follow our roadtrip! We drove the “Million Dollar Highway” in Colorado! We definitely recommend you add this adventure to your bucket list!

Check out TnezFam’s video.

06/28/2023

What a great read!
“Gift your children the gift of boredom!”

With summer here, it’s a good time to remember we don’t need to entertain our kids.
We are a society afraid of boredom. We are addicted to entertainment and the stimulation of certain neuro centers in the brain. We are losing the ability to just be.
Studies have shown that boredom stimulates problem solving areas of our brains that cannot be accessed in any other way. Boredom begets creativity and new thought pathways.
When we deny our children their natural right to boredom, we are restricting their development.
Do you remember the hours you spent in boredom as a child? We would daydream in the waiting room, stare at the dust motes dancing in the sunlight, invent new games, draw, read, create, research. We were building important neuro pathways. Did we whine to our parents that we were bored? Of course! But we quickly learned that this would only lead to chores or being forced outside regardless of temperature or weather.
When we had a question, there was no Google. We had to ask another person, look it up in a book, or, gasp, ruminate on it until we found the answer within our own brains. We developed common sense and logic, because we were experiencing the world firsthand and engaging our problem solving.
My kids know that their fun isn’t my responsibility. If they come to me bored, I will invite them to join me with whatever task I’m doing. I don’t react in frustration or guilt trip them, I encourage them that they are really good at being creative. But I don’t fix their problem or offer up solutions. This doesn’t allow them to use that critical part of their brain. (If your child is neurodivergent, they may need this modified to help them with executive function. You know your child’s needs)
So, don’t be afraid of boredom! Every generation before this one has had to learn to live with it. And they have benefited because of it.
Give your children the gift of boredom.

🖼: In Hard Luck by John G. Brown 1904

Thanks Homeschooling With the Classics!

05/11/2023

Saw this little guy while having a walk today! 🐛

Next time you're on a nature walk or exploring your garden, keep an eye out for the American Dagger Caterpillar. Its striking appearance and unique coloration are sure to catch your eye… just remember to admire it from a safe distance! Despite its striking appearance, the American Dagger Caterpillar is not a friendly critter. Its spines contain venom that can cause an allergic reaction and skin irritation, so it's best not to touch them. 🚫

Have you ever spotted one?

05/03/2023

One of our favorite things to do while we hike is identify and learn about the plants around us!

For the passed couple of weeks we have been stumbling across the gorgeous BEEBALM PLANT aka HORSEMINT. 🌱 We have done some research and here is what we’ve learned. 🤗 You don’t want to miss this!

Native American tribes have been using beebalm for centuries for various ailments, and it's still used as a natural remedy today. The leaves and flowers can be brewed into a tea to alleviate colds, coughs, and fevers, and to ease digestive issues, menstrual cramps, and headaches. Beebalm essential oil can also be used in aromatherapy to promote relaxation and relieve stress. Additionally, beebalm extracts are believed to have antiseptic and antibacterial properties that help heal and soothe the skin, making it a popular ingredient in natural skincare products.

Have you tried using beebalm for its medicinal properties? We’d love to know!
Share your experience in the comments below!

✨Let's honor the tradition of using natural remedies like beebalm to promote health and wellbeing. ✨

04/26/2023

Someone brought a friend to breakfast today! 🐿🐿🌽 & a couple of the girls joined in on the feast! 🐓🐓

04/25/2023

Check out the critters that are feasting inside this gorgeous ! Can you identify what kind of they are? We're stumped!

Leave your guesses in the comments below and let's see who can crack this bug mystery! 🐛🌸🕵️‍♀️

04/23/2023

Love to see the buds before the blooms!😍

04/23/2023

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WOW 😍

04/23/2023

How relaxing! 💆‍♀️ 💆‍♂️

Great idea!

04/15/2023

Nature's beauty meets city skyline
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👣Exploring Austin, TX👣

04/12/2023

Calling all thrill-seekers and nature lovers! 🌊🌳

Have you ever seen a creek with deep cave-like tunnels like this?! 😍 It's both breathtakingly beautiful and a bit eerie. 🫣

Would you dare to take a dip in this creek? 🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️

Let us know in the comments below and tag a friend who would be up for this epic adventure! 🔥

(More info on where to find this outdoor adventure in the comments!) ⬇️⬇️⬇️

04/12/2023

Outdoor adventures will lead you to some of the most beautiful sights nature has to offer, like the vibrant blooms of prickly pear cactus! 🤩🌵

In many cultures, these cacti hold deep spiritual significance and are believed to have powerful medicinal properties.

Take the time to appreciate the wonders of nature! Did you get some fresh air today? 🤗❤️🌳

🌵You can see the beautiful fields of prickly pear cactus and MANY other beautiful plants up close at Southeast Metropolitan Park!🌵

4511 State Hwy 71, Del Valle, TX 78617

04/11/2023

Did you catch yesterday’s hike? 👀

There are SO MANY beautiful views that you don’t want to miss!

Check out our adventure at McKinney Falls State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife!

Would you love to hike there? Have you visited this park?

We enjoyed a beautuful hike today at McKinney Falls State Park !☀️ We went through one obstacle that really challenged us, but geocaching was a success! 3.5 miles total. ...

04/09/2023

Hey Buds! 🪴

Did you notice the name change? 😱

Happy to announce our page is expanding!

As promised, we will continue to inform you of any Bloomin’ Buds pop up events that we may have in the future, in the meantime…we will be taking you along for our outdoor adventures too! & much more! 🤗

We love:
Plants, hiking, rock hunting, geocaching, food reviews, simply adventuring! We hope you enjoy the content that’s to come!

Happy Easter & Happy Sunday! 🐣

04/09/2023

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03/25/2023

Good morning & Happy Saturday, Buds!
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Enjoy the view of a few wild plants & flowers that we spotted on our early morning hike!

Show us the plants in your view! 🌸

03/24/2023

Have you ever seen the buds of a bluebonnet?! 😱