If you have ever found yourself loathing the thought of having an outing with your family, even just a picnic, because it takes too much energy to get everything together, plan the activity, and the meals. By the time you get where you are going, you are out of energy and patience. This book is designed to simplify your efforts to have family fun on a budget. These simple systems and tools will make it as easy as jumping in the car to create wonderful memories with your children and even MOM will get to have fun.