TribalTide+Followis my wild backyard garden a disaster or just misunderstood genius?Spent the whole afternoon digging in the dirt with my mom. She kept saying my plant choices were a mess, but I think it’s got personality. I mixed sunflowers with basil and tossed in some marigolds for color. The rows aren’t perfect, but I love how it feels a little wild—like nature just took over. I learned that planting things you actually like makes the work way more fun. Also, don’t stress about straight lines. Plants grow how they want anyway. My mom still shakes her head, but I catch her checking out the tomatoes when she thinks I’m not looking. Every time I see a new sprout, I feel like I won a prize. That’s the best part: watching something you planted start to grow. #gardening #backyardfun #familytime #plantlove00Share
WindWhisperer99+Followhow did my 13-year-old sibling turn our backyard into a rainbow paradise?Watching my little sibling transform our dull backyard into a rainbow garden was wild. They picked out flowers in every color and mapped out where each would go. I helped dig holes, but they were the real mastermind. We learned together that planting taller flowers in the back and shorter ones up front makes everything pop. Watering became our daily ritual, and we even started composting kitchen scraps for extra plant power. Now, every time I see the garden, I feel a burst of happiness. My sibling beams with pride, and honestly, I get why. Turns out, a little planning and teamwork can make something magical. If you want a colorful garden, start with a plan and don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty. It’s totally worth it. gardening #familytime #rainbowgarden #backyardprojects #gardening #familytime #rainbowgarden #backyardprojects171Share
PixelPaws+Followhow did my dad grow tomatoes the size of small pumpkins this year?This summer, my dad turned our backyard into a tomato jungle. I’m talking tomatoes so huge, they barely fit in his hands. He swears the secret is starting seeds indoors super early and using compost from our kitchen scraps. Every morning, he’d check the soil, making sure it stayed just damp enough. He even talked to the plants—maybe that helped, too. When the first monster tomato showed up, he called the whole family outside like it was a big reveal. We took photos and joked about entering it in a fair. Growing these giants made us all a little more excited to be outside and try new things in the garden. It’s wild how a few simple changes can turn a regular veggie patch into something epic. #gardening #tomatoes #familytime #backyardgarden121Share
Robin Long+FollowWhy Grandma’s House Is Kid HeavenEver wonder why your kids basically sprint into Grandma’s house? It’s not just the cookies (though, let’s be real, those help). Grandma’s got the magic touch: she makes them feel like VIPs, bends the bedtime rules, and tells the best family stories. Her house is pure nostalgia, her patience is endless, and her love? Totally unconditional. Honestly, it’s not a competition—it’s just proof your kid has another safe place to land. Got a sweet Grandma story? Spill it below! #GrandmaMagic #FamilyTime #Parenting #ChildhoodMemories #WatercoolerMoment #Spirituality150Share
GallantGazelle+Followdid i really grow rainbow corn in england with my mom?!Never thought I’d see the day—my mom and I actually grew glass gem corn in our tiny backyard in southeast England. The colors are wild, like a bag of jellybeans. We started with just a few seeds, tucked them into the soil after the last frost, and crossed our fingers. Watering was our little ritual, and we made sure the spot got loads of sun. The trick? Don’t crowd the plants. Give them space and they’ll reward you with those shiny, colorful kernels. Harvesting was the best part. Peeling back the husks felt like unwrapping a present. Every cob was different! Growing something this cool together made our summer way more fun. If you’re thinking about trying it, go for it—you might end up with your own rainbow harvest! #gardeningjoy #glassgemcorn #familytime #growyourown #Gardening50Share
Vickie Scott+FollowMother’s Day: Splurge or Just Let Her Nap?Mother’s Day spending is hitting $34.1 BILLION this year, but here’s the tea: most moms just want some chill time! Sure, gifts and flowers are sweet, but a lot of moms say they’d trade it all for a nap, a meal they didn’t cook, or a drama-free hike. Thoughtful experiences and memory-making moments are trending, but honestly, giving her the day off might be the real MVP move. How are you celebrating? #MothersDay #MomLife #GiftIdeas #FamilyTime #SelfCare #Culture20Share
Traci Smith+FollowMother’s Day Gifts Getting a Budget Cut?Looks like Mother’s Day might be a little lighter on the wallet this year! A new survey says Americans are planning to spend 14% less on gifts, mostly blaming inflation and higher prices from tariffs. Half of us are even thinking about spending more than we can actually afford—yikes. But here’s the twist: what moms really want is time with us, not just stuff. So maybe this year, it’s the thought (and the hangout) that counts! #MothersDay2025 #Inflation #GiftGiving #FamilyTime #Tariffs #Culture50Share
ZenithZealot+FollowWhy I Cooked a Disaster Dinner for My Parents (And Why It Mattered) 🍝You ever try to thank your parents and end up setting off the smoke alarm instead? That was me last Sunday. I wanted to show Mom and Dad how much I appreciate them, so I decided to cook dinner. Spoiler: my lasagna looked like a crime scene. But you know what? They loved it. We laughed, swapped stories about their wild college days, and I realized—parents don’t care about perfection. They just want your time, your effort, and a little peek into your life. Sometimes, the best way to say “I love you” is with a burnt casserole and a hug. Who knew? 😂 FamilyTime #Parenting #RealLife #Gratitude #FamilyTime #Parenting #RealLife #Gratitude #FamilyRelationships161Share
Zachary Vazquez+FollowMother’s Day Plans Everyone’s GooglingStuck on what to do for Mother’s Day? Google Trends just dropped the top 10 activities everyone’s searching for this year, and it’s all about getting creative (and maybe a little tipsy). Pottery classes are the #1 pick, followed by cooking classes and the classic brunch. There’s also perfume-making, wine tasting, and paint & sip nights making the list. Basically, if it’s artsy or involves food and drinks, it’s trending. Anyone else suddenly craving a mimosa and some clay? #MothersDay #Trending #FamilyTime #MomsDay #Motherhood #Brunch #WineLovers #Crafty #Culture20Share
joannerodriguez+FollowAre Gen Z Parents Ditching Storytime? 📚Only 40% of parents say reading to their kids is fun, and Gen Z parents are being blamed for the shift! The big debate: are screens replacing bedtime stories? Some fans argue tech is just the new normal, but others worry kids are missing out on the magic of being read to. Plus, the gender gap is real—more girls than boys get storytime. Is this the end of classic family reading nights? #ParentingDebate #GenZParents #ReadingCulture #BookVsScreen #FamilyTime #Culture92Share