I like this idea a lot. Beckie of Infarrantly Creative was not a big fan of board game boxes, so she did something about it. She framed the colorful game boards and turned them into functional art. …
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Ze Frank is an intense and insanely creative dude. In this episode of his web show, he shares a number of awesome ideas for fun having. Such as: …
I got this idea -- and the photo -- from Lisa Braithwaite, a K&J Nation member and all around person of awesomeness. It all began last Christmas when someone pulled out a mustache on a stick, which was used in photos at a family wedding the year before. Since there was only one mustache on a stick (note to self: always make sure to have plenty of mustaches on a stick on hand), someone else pulled out a pen and started drawing finger mustaches. Within about two minutes, everyone was in line for one and a good time was had by all. Lisa’s favorite is her mother-in-law, who is in the third row …
Remember that one summer cookout back in the seventies when your inebriated uncle was impaled by one of those steel-tipped Jarts? Talk about a buzzkill. Jarts are safer now, but removing the element of bodily harm seems to have dampened some of the fun as well. Fortunately, here are a few backyard game ideas that will -- safely -- bring back a fresh spirit of fun. …
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We're often told that the secret to happiness is to take the road less traveled. Oftentimes, it certainly seems like there must be a better way to do things than our current approach. But the problem is that the "beaten" path is so well-paved, well-marked and well-lit, that frankly, it can be hard to imagine that there could even be another way, let alone a better one. One small example is the arena of organized sports. My kids are too young to be involved in things like baseball or soccer, but I hear stories of peers who are looking down the barrel of a summer in which the majority of …
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Holiday parties are among us as we celebrate with coworkers, friends, and family. This is the time of year (sometimes the onlytime all year) where we make great efforts and travel long distances amidst the busyness to gather together with those we care about, even if it's just for one evening. How do you spend these valuable moments together? Are memories made? Are relationships deepened? Is laughter abundant? I invite you to avoid the obligatory small talk this year and instead, be the one to add a dose of frivolity to the mix by inviting others to join you in having some …
The holidays are upon us, which usually means extended quality time with the family. After everybody gets caught up on current events like who just got engaged and the name of Uncle Jack's newest girlfriend, why not spice things up this year with an easy and fun game that will get you reminiscing about treasured memories (while creating some hilarious new ones). On this show, we talk about what you need and how to play. Oh yeah, we also talk briefly about ways to make air travel more fun. Share Your Thoughts... What do you think about this week's show? How do you think the airlines could …
So here's a fun game to play with friends, family, co-workers, or fellow mental patients. It's an idea that was shared with me by a woman at a nursing home social workers convention I recently spokeat. What I love about it is that it doesn't cost a dime, you can play with any number of people, you don't need any special props, and you can avoid boring small talk. (Score!) It's perfect for road trips and family get togethers. Here's how it works: One person starts the conversation with any random statement. Immediately, the next person has to follow that up with a statement or question that …
We've been busily working on some brand new t-shirt designs for the summer. The inspiration has been "games from childhood." We're going to print one of the following designs, but we need your help. Which one would YOU most want to own? Simply place your vote in the poll below. Oh, and if you leave a comment, you'll automatically be eligible to be one of three random people who will get a free shirt when it comes out! (Click on a t-shirt to see a close-up view.) …
