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4 Cool & Unique Things to Do in LA When You are Bored!

Are you in Los Angeles, and you have run out of places to go and things to do? Whether you are a resident or visitor, we have you covered! LA is actually one of the most exciting cities, and you can never run out of amazing experiences. Below are some cool and unique things that you can do in LA to beat the boredom:

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Visit the Universal Studios Hollywood
It is impossible to mention LA experiences without adding Hollywood into the mix. Why not spend some time in Universal Studios Hollywood? You will love it especially if you enjoy movies and T.V. shows. Universal Studios Hollywood is a small but diverse park with so much to offer everyone. In Universal Studios Hollywood, is where your movie fantasies meet reality. You are allowed to go behind the scenes of the most famous movie studios in all of Hollywood. If you are lucky, you can get to glance at some of your favorite movie celebrities!

Tour the Dodger Stadium
A tour to the Dodger Stadium is always worth it whether you are a fan of L.A. sports or not. Dodger Stadium is the third oldest stadium in the MLB, but anyone can mistake it as a much newer ballpark. It is not just a regular stadium. Dodger Stadium has experienced outstanding game performances of legends like Vin Scully, Orel Hershiser, and current superstars like Yasiel Puig and Clayton Kershaw.
The 90-minute tour inside the Dodger stadium allows you to visit the famous Lexus Dugout Club. You will also get the chance to view the actual World Series trophies and awards of legendary baseball players such as Cy Young.

Experience Whale Watching
Do not just be marveling at the model of these giant blue creatures in pictures, movies, and aquariums. It would be best to take advantage now that you are in LA, go see the real thing! You can go on a whale watching LA expedition which will give you an up-close glimpse of these amazing creatures. Be ready to look out for different whales such as the iconic Humpback Whales, California Gray Whales, Minke Whales, Giant Blue Whales, Orcas, etc.
Mind you, there will also be a wide variety of other ocean life and fun activities to do in this adventure.

Visit a Local Museum

No trip to L.A. is complete without visiting at least one of Los Angeles's iconic museums. Los Angeles hosts some of the best museums globally. Examples of these museums include the Museum of Illusions, Museum of Tolerance, The Broad, J. Paul Getty Museum, and Hammer Museum. These museums will give you a museum experience that is genuinely out of what you may be used to, and the best part is these museums offer a variety of experiences to their visitors.

For example, the Museum of Illusions provides an interactive experience where visitors become part of each exhibit. If you love both contemporary and classic art, you should include the Los Angeles County Museum of Art in your itinerary.

Wrapping up

Los Angeles is a big city full of cool and fun activities to do. All you need is the right information on the best places to visit out of the hustle and bustle of life. We hope you are ready to go on an adventure!

3 Ingredient Fool Proof Biscuits

There is nothing like fresh biscuits! We love them with almost any meal, and both of my kids love to come home from a long day at school to find a basket of fresh biscuits to hold them over until dinner. This recipe is so easy that you can have a small batch of fresh biscuits ready and on the table in about 15 minutes, with only 3 ingredients!

I love to bake something fresh everyday. I do it for a bunch of reasons; out of love, boredom and necessity. Anytime I can whip up something fresh instead of turning to processed food, count me in. This biscuit recipe is so good and easy. It is truly foolproof. You can't mess this recipe up, even if you try! This is a recipe an inexperienced baker can enjoy, but even the most seasoned biscuit baker will appreciate the simplicity of this recipe!

Ingredients:

2 cups of self rising flour + a little extra for dusting

a pinch of salt

1 1/2 cups of heavy cream

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a medium sized mixing bowl.

When the ingredients are combined, pull the dough out of the bowl and knead it by hand for about 2 minutes. You do not want to overwork this dough! That is the secret to fluffy, flaky biscuits.

Roll the dough out to about 1/2 an inch thickness.

Using a mason jar lid or biscuit cutter, cut the dough into circles and place them on a baking sheet.

Bake at 400 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.

If you like, brush the tops with melted butter when they come out of the oven.

Serve warm, with butter and jam.

You can store any leftovers in an airtight container and pop them in the microwave for about 15 seconds to reheat.

This biscuit recipe is really good for being so fuss free. It pairs perfectly with my copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings. It would also be fantastic with carrot soup.

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Prickly Play Doh Cactus

Are you looking for a fun project for older kids that something you probably already have at home? This prickly play doh cactus craft is awesome for tweens and teens and maybe even Mom or Dad too. Anyone who loves cacti will appreciate this easy and fun way to add a little cactus flair to your space.

I have always been a big fan of play doh. When I was a kid myself, I begged for it all the time. When I was a tween, I did every school project possible with play doh. As a twenty something, I made my much cooler friends roll their eyes at my play doh collection. Now I am a mom, and guess what? I STILL LOVE PLAY DOH!

This project came about during an afternoon of missing the kids while they were at school. I started playing with green doh and here we are, making a cool, prickly play doh cactus.

Disclaimer. This is NOT a kid project. Do not do this with your toddlers, preschoolers, infants, or kindergartners. They will get hurt.

Supplies:

A small terracotta pot

Green play doh

Toothpicks

A few rocks

Directions:

Fill half of your pot with rocks.

Shape your green play doh into a long lump.

Attach a few lumps to the sides, like the arms of a cactus.

Now, take about ten toothpicks and break them in half.

Start sticking the toothpicks into the play doh, like the little spikes of a cactus, insert them broken side into the doh.

As you can see, I thought a little purple flower was a nice touch. Feel free to vary this as you like.

Display on your desk, or on a shelf out of reach of little hands. Over time this will dry out. You can toss it, or keep it as is when that happens. It is a matter of preference.

If you liked this project check out all of my play doh projects.

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Planning a Road Trip With Your Newborn? Here's What to Carry For Sure!

New parents may have a heap of responsibilities on their shoulders, but that does not mean they can't enjoy their lives. Being blessed with a newborn often restricts the lives of new parents. But that's when you do not step ahead with a plan.

Out of all the restrictions, one is not to travel for a few months or maybe years. Do you still live with that stereotype? Well, that's not an ideal way of enjoying your parenthood. Rather than restricting your lifestyle and adventurous plans, consider preparing for such moments and continue living the way you want.

Travel with newborns -

Don't see it as a challenge, instead plan for it accordingly. All you need is to equip yourself with everything your newborn needs, and you are all set to experience a perfect family road trip. Let's sail through some of the necessary things you need to keep -

#1 - Diapers - Go for quality absorbent and affordable ones as you will require them in a huge amount. Here, a rule of thumb is to keep a diaper for every hour. But at the same time, you can't judge your baby's cycle; thus, keep a few extras too. Ensure you safeguard your baby's skin with some eco-friendly material made of diapers.

#2 - Cotton blankets - No matter if it's snowfall or the scorching sun is tanning your skin, your baby will require being draped in a muslin swaddle blanket always, especially during the nights. Keep a stock of blanket bags as you will need them for multiple purposes. For example - blankets can be used as a burp cloth, changing pad, shopping cart cover, sun cover, nursing cover, for bedding purposes, and much more.

#3 - Car seat - It's obvious your baby can't sit on the normal car seats as you do. Thus you should look for a baby car seat. You can get a quality infant car seat online at reasonable prices. Ensure to check the online reviews of such products before purchasing the same. An ideal car seat is the one that has works as a car seat cum stroller and comes with a fully integrated travel system for your and your baby's convenience. Besides checking a few other product features like removable and washable textiles, made with baby-safe material or not, it has an adjustable handlebar, rear-facing, manufacturing warranty, and much more.

#4 - Rash cream - Babies are likely to catch a skin infection or irritation due to a sudden change in the climate. This requires keeping a rash or quality skin cream to protect the little life from disease and skin-related issues. Here, ensure to consult a practitioner before applying a product to the baby's fragile skin. Different products are likely to have other impacts on the baby's skin.

The final line -

Unarguably, traveling with a newborn is a daunting task. You need to be ready with everything your baby will require throughout the tour. From comforting the new life to giving timely feeds, there are many hurdles. But guess what, a little bit of preparation and planning can help you sail through it.

Pretzel Mummy Snack

This 3 ingredient treat is a total scream for Halloween. This is great for party snacks or just as an easy way to give pretzels a little costume of their own for the occasion.

After a year and a half of homeschooling my kids, they are back to in person learning. Let me first off say, hats off to all the homeschool families and distance learning families. That is no easy feat! I don't think I realized how time consuming school was for us until they went back to normal.

I usually find that I have just enough time to make something special for their afternoon snack after cleaning the house, tending to the pets, and enjoying my own coffee and podcast time. This was one of the treats I made for the kids that they LOVED. Best of all, it is so easy that anyone can make these, in just a couple of minutes.

Ingredients:

Pretzels

Melted white candy wafers

Candy eyes