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MKB Instagram Challenge

December 4, 2014 by Kali

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mkb outdoor challengeSomething unexpected happened to me this November. Back in October the members of Multicultural Kid Blogs (MKB) began making plans to take an outdoor challenge together in the month of November. We wanted to challenge ourselves to get outdoors as much as possible—to enjoy the fresh air, to experience nature, to pause our busy lives and just be outside. We called it #mkb30for30, and committed to challenging each other to get outside for thirty minutes as many days in November as possible.

Everyone shared pictures on Instagram and tweets on Twitter, and something fascinating transpired: it was so much fun! Families from around the world were coming together, in a little corner of the internet and sharing sunshine, snow, beaches, breathtaking landscapes, quiet leaf covered paths, and more. Not only did my boys benefit from being outside more, I was also inspired by families around the world as I watched them do the same thing.  My November brightened seeing mums get out with their strollers to go for a jog in the forest or on a walk through the city landscape; it cheered me on the cold days to see other families bundling up to face the elements for a bit of fresh air; I smiled to see little ones exploring their backyard like it was a giant world to discover; it took my breath away to experience the trees, rivers, mountains, sunsets, castles, orange trees, beaches, running paths, ponds, gardens, parks, playgrounds, holiday processions, parades and moonlit nights from around the world.

If you missed the #mkb30for30 challenge, do take a look back with me.  First with a few words from some who participated, and then with a sampling of pictures from the month which really speak for themselves.

“#mkb30for30 has helped me to be a little less lazy (by systematically using the car for short trips) and instead use my own two legs to walk to and from school with [my] cute little girl, for example.  And it sure feels good!”  —Trilingual Mama

“I have loved seeing everyone’s daily life come through, as well as ‘visit’ the amazing parts of the world [they] all live in.  Also, as we went on our hike today, I felt like this exercise reminds us that although we go to great efforts to expose our kids to language and culture, it is sometimes just as important to be, to enjoy the great outdoors, without necessarily even talking to our kids (*gasp!) – silence combined with nature being especially life-giving as weary parents of young children.”  —Third Culture Mama

“If you are not taking part or even following our little #mkb30for30 challenge on Instagram (and FB and Twitter), you are missing something…great bunch of mums, I tell you.”              —The Piri Piri Lexicon

Hello everyone! We are Kicking off the #mkb30for30 from #tergensee in the #alps gorgeous weather!!

A photo posted by Adriana Kröller (@changingplate) on Nov 11, 2014 at 2:35am PDT

Out for a walk – so far no nap! #mkbkids #mkb30for30 #kbn #momsoninstagram

A photo posted by Leanna Alldonemonkey (@alldonemonkey) on Nov 11, 2014 at 12:56pm PDT

A wonderful day out at the fair #mkb30for30 #Herbstmess #karlsruhe

A photo posted by Annabelle (@thepiripirilexicon) on Nov 11, 2014 at 9:14am PST

I have a 5th child Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 5pm 😉 and he loves the cold weather a lot more than my own. 6° Celsius brrrrrrr ❄❄❄❄❄ #mkbkids #mkb30for30

A photo posted by trilingual mama (@trilingualmama) on Nov 11, 2014 at 5:43am PST

Jog. Park. Café. Day 4 of #mkb30for30

A photo posted by TCKmama (@thirdculturemama) on Nov 11, 2014 at 9:34am PST

It's been a whirlwind weekend with two outdoor birthday parties. Today we're enjoying the nice weather and preparing for winter by collecting and stacking wood. #mkb30for30

A photo posted by Monica Olivera (@mommymaestra) on Nov 11, 2014 at 12:16pm PST

Chilling by the lake #home #mkbkids #Montevideo #lifeisgood #springbreak #mkb30for30

A photo posted by Little World Citizens (@littleworldcitizens) on Nov 11, 2014 at 9:01am PST

Fun today on #ansegeorgette #seychelles with my two favs!!! #expat #mkbkids #mkb30for30 #happynovemberproject

A photo posted by @seychellesmama on Nov 11, 2014 at 7:19am PST

Chilling by the lake #home #mkbkids #Montevideo #lifeisgood #springbreak #mkb30for30

A photo posted by Little World Citizens (@littleworldcitizens) on Nov 11, 2014 at 9:01am PST

Fun today on #ansegeorgette #seychelles with my two favs!!! #expat #mkbkids #mkb30for30 #happynovemberproject

A photo posted by @seychellesmama on Nov 11, 2014 at 7:19am PST

Yeehaw!

A photo posted by Becky (@kidworldcitizen) on Nov 11, 2014 at 9:25am PST

Afternoon walk with littlest. Such a beautiful November day. We found mistletoe, mushrooms, last of the rosehips, cows and chickens crossing the road! #frenchvillagelife #mkb30for30

A photo posted by Becky Brown (@ruedubelvedere) on Nov 11, 2014 at 6:21am PST

Using the beautiful forest in front of our home as inspiration to get back in shape. No gym | no bootcamp | no training programs. Just me & the forest. #fitmom #nature #VSCOcam #mkb30for30

A photo posted by Rina Mae Acosta (@findingdutchland) on Nov 11, 2014 at 6:06am PST

#autumn walk by the #river #mkbkids #mkb30for30

A photo posted by Phoebe Thomas (@fibitee) on Nov 11, 2014 at 7:30am PST

Gorgeous day to get #outside and play in the #sculpture #mkb30for30 #mkbkids #hillvillage #villageperché #alpesmaritimes #visitcotedazur #france #frenchriviera #igersnice #igersfrance

A photo posted by Phoebe Thomas (@fibitee) on Nov 11, 2014 at 6:29am PST

#mkb30for30 discovering the gardens #nature #winter

A photo posted by Frances (@dtwtmse_frances) on Nov 11, 2014 at 11:36am PST

¡Qué perfección! #mkb30for30 #mkbkids

A photo posted by fortheloveofspanish (@fortheloveofspanish) on Nov 11, 2014 at 3:10pm PST

We’ve had so much fun putting together this Instagram challenge! Join us this month by sharing your holiday photos using the hashtag #mkbholidays on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter!

IMG_0317You can find Kali on her blog For the Love of Spanish.

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Born and raised in Kansas City, Kali took Spanish in college and fell in love with it--especially after spending time studying in Costa Rica & Spain and volunteering in Peru. Once graduated, she began sharing her love of Spanish through her blog (www.fortheloveofspanish.com) and by teaching Spanish to local homeschool students.
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