by Sharon | Oct 9, 2017
I just finished writing a ghost story on my website OldHauntedStuff.com when I jumped out of my skin when I heard a loud “bump” . . .
It is interesting how I get involved with what I’m writing — in this case it was writing about an experience that happened quite some time ago that someone had shared with me.
I had just posted it and was coming here to add something interesting . . . but I guess it was still on my mind so when I heard a loud thump — probably from a neighbor putting out their various trash barrels . . . I was startled to say the least.
Early this morning around 6 o’clock I put my barrels out and when the neighbor’s sprinkler sputtered to life, I jumped . . . so I guess it may have nothing to do with the ghost story and more to do with me being a bit jumpy this morning.
Maybe today I should do something light and fun . . .
NEW Schmovie: The Hilarious Game of Made-Up Movies for ages 8 years and up.
I do like this family game which allows you to be creative.
No movie trivia required. It is just a game where you roll the genre die and flip over two premise cards to discover what the Schmovie is about.
This game can be played by individuals or groups. It’s fun for all ages and would be excellent for the upcoming holidays.
The object of the game is to collect the most trophies for coming up with the best movie title. It’s a fun game that will keep you laughing.
Although Schmovie is great fun, it doesn’t hurt to have some other games to play, too:
Here are some games you may enjoy or click one of the links above and explore other possibilities.
Thanks for stopping by!
Sharon
by Sharon | Jun 12, 2017
I love board games and one that is fun for all ages, that’s a definite bonus!
This Ninja Squirrels Family Board Game is recommended for ages 7 years and up.
The game reinforces color recognition and motor skills — This fast paced game is about color matching and acorn snatching by RoosterFin.
The object of the game is to collect the most acorns. Players take turn flipping cards looking for a color match. Be the first to grab the right acorn and you may be on your way to becoming the winner of the game.
Ninja Squirrels is for 2 to 4 players and consists of:
- 60 cards
- 4 Ninja Character cards
- 4 Battle Ring pieces
- 20 Acorns
- Instructions
This is a fun game for all ages and would be great for your family game night.
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Thanks for stopping by!
Sharon
by Sharon | Dec 8, 2016
Tall Tales Story Telling Board Game — The Family Game of Infinite Storytelling — 5 Ways to Play
I love story telling!
This game has won awards!! 5 Time Award Winner including Prestigious Dr Toy Award 2016 and Winner of the 2016 Scholastic Parent & Child Gold Star Toy Award.
Tall Tales Story Telling Board Game includes:
- 24 Story Cards
- 50 Game Pieces and a Story Bag
There are 5 ways to play:
- Basic Game: One player reaches into the story bag and picks out 8 story pieces, one at a time. This player begins telling a Tall Tale using one of the pieces and continues on until all of the pieces are included in the story. Allow your imagination to go wild as you’re adding new elements to your story. There’s no scoring, just story telling.
- World Tales: Follows the Basic Game directions. After selecting the 8 story pieces, draw one story place card and use that card as an environment for your Tall Tale. As you tell your story, place your story pieces on the story place card as they’re used.
- Taller Tales: Choose a number 9 to 50. One player selects one piece from the bag to use in their story. Once that piece is used, that same player draws another piece which must be the next piece they use in their story. The story continues until the number of pieces chosen to use is completed. Story place cards may be added for more variations.
- Group Tales: Each player draws two or more story pieces, thus dividing up the 50 pieces among the players. The first player chooses one piece they’ve drawn and begins the story using one piece in the tale and passes the story to the second player who continues the tale using one of his/her pieces. The story continues to pass from player to player until all have used up all of their pieces. Story place cards may be added for more of a challenge.
- Marathon Tales: It’s like Taller Tales, but the number chosen is always 50 pieces. It can be one story teller or can be like Group Tales where the story travels from player to player. Story place cards may be added.
And, since this is your game and your players you can make up your own rules! Once you learn the Basic Game you can make variations — depending upon the age group.
This game is great for 4-year-olds and up.
You can even add more pieces to your story bag: little plastic toys or trinkets. This will make the story more personal to you.
This is a wonderful game allowing children to use their imaginations.
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Thanks for stopping by!
Sharon
by Sharon | Dec 3, 2016
December and the delightful winter cold!! I love it!!
I’ve been having a great time with my websites and crafts.
I heard water running . . . checked inside the house . . . then wondered why the floor in the hallway was wet . . . No, it wasn’t the dog!!
There was a pipe leak under the house!
I guess the house wanted some attention during this Christmas season . . . so, new pipes it is . . . But first I have to get someone in to dry out the area under the house . . . fix any damage . . . and then the re-piping will begin.
I suppose no time is the right time for repairs. I just know the house is telling me the pipes are old and need attention.
That’s the thing, how often do we crawl under the house and do an inspection? Only when something has gone wrong, right? And even when something has gone wrong and you hire a plumber, unfortunately, not all plumbers take pride in their work. So, you need to call another one to fix the mess the previous one made . . . Just when everything was going so well . . .
Yesterday was cold!! We had wind gusts . . . and I got chilled . . . but a hot cuppa did the trick.
Yes, I’ve been spending way too much time online with my internet marketing group . . . I’m picking up their expressions.
I wonder if more rain is in the forecast . . . I do love the rain when I’m cozy inside. But, I do have a few errands to run this weekend . . .
When it’s cold outside, it’s best to have activities to do inside . . . family games or puzzles . . . videos . . . also reading a good book. I just think the more fun you can have as a family, the better it is for everyone.
I do enjoy family games and I do have a great one to review for you that will get everyone laughing and having a good time.
It’s Speak Out, by Hasbro!!
This is truly a hilarious family fun game. You put in a mouthpiece and try to speak. It’s truly difficult when letters begin with a “P” or “B”, etc. when you need to put your lips together. The players draw a card from the deck and read the phrase as well as they can while having a mouthpiece preventing them from forming words correctly. Such phrases as: “he’s my stealthy pet ferret name Garrett”, “slow down, you careless clown”, “pelicans love pollywog falafels.” And the other players try to figure out “what did you say?” You must correctly guess the phrase in order to earn the card. The team with the most cards at the end of the game wins.
The game includes 200 double-sided cards, 5 mouthpieces and a timer.
The game is recommended for ages 16 years and up. Younger children can play with adult supervision. The mouth guard could be a choking hazard and should be supervised for adults, too.
You can always make variations by writing out Christmas carol lyrics or lyrics from popular songs or book titles or tongue twisters . . . or movie titles or catch phrases . . . It doesn’t hurt to add your own cards to the deck.
You can always buy more of these mouth guards, which I recommend.
Since you’re playing in teams, you may be able to have more players. And, the game is fun even if you don’t keep score!
You may be interested in these items for your shopping pleasure:
Thanks for stopping by!
Sharon
