There is nothing like the start of Spring to renew the desire to get outside and enjoy the world around you! A fun way to entice the family outdoors for some good Family Standard Time is with a scavenger hunt. Keep an eye – and an ear – out for signs of Spring with our […]
The Joy of Giving
It’s the season of giving. Filling wishlist items from a giving tree or toy drive has long been part of our family’s holiday season experience. As more and more people are working from home rather than the office, organized drives such as these are also less common right now. Unfortunately, while these particular events are […]
Smoked Queso Dip
In the summer of 2020, smoked queso videos went viral on TikTok. When it comes to anything with cheese and cooking on the smoker, it was a combination that we just couldn’t resist trying…several times. One of the most brilliant things about this dip is that it is entirely customizable with whatever cheeses you have […]
Living on Family Standard Time
Hooray! We can’t believe it, but Family Standard Time is celebrating our one year blog-iversary! None of us could have predicted what the past 14 months would have been like. Work, school, and family dynamics have seen the biggest changes that any of us will possibly see in our lifetimes. Many industries ground to a […]
Boba Tea Tasting Tour
Food and beverage tasting tours have been hugely popular in major cities, both domestic and worldwide, for a long time. From cupcakes to adult libations, there’s pretty much a tasting tour for everything. But with some research and creativity, your family can personalize the experience and make it happen on your own. Our family has […]
Game Day Family Fun
The Big Game usually brings family and friends together to watch and cheer on favorite teams. Adults often participate in gambling pools which can make the game even more fun to watch in hopes of a big payout. This year’s game day will likely feel different without big watch parties, but there are still lots […]
One Night Ultimate Werewolf
Our family has always loved playing games. Early last year we picked up a new one that has become a definite Family Standard Time favorite. One Night Ultimate Werewolf by Bézier Games is a fast-paced game. It doesn’t take a large time or space commitment to play. A single game play lasts only about 10 […]
A Season of Gratitude
2020 has certainly been a challenge. Throughout the last 8 months, we have done our best to look for as much goodness and kindness as possible. We try to be optimistic, but realistic. The Family Standard Time motto has been to make lemonade out of lemons. This Thanksgiving season we have chosen to focus on […]
Photo Scavenger Hunt: Fall Nature Walk
Autumn is one of our favorite seasons. It is magical to watch the leaves change colors and appreciate just how beautiful nature’s palette can be. It is a time to focus on gratitude and thanks. Certainly, in these still surreal times, one of the best ways that we have found to relax, clear our heads, […]
A Virtual Trip to Japan
As the original scheduled date for the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo approaches, we thought it would be fun to take a virtual trip to Japan to learn more about the country, culture, history, and, of course, the food! Only one of the Family Standard Time family members has been to Japan (several times), so […]