Vacations are one of the best ways to make lasting family memories. But sometimes getting to the vacation with small children can be downright painful. Whether you fly or drive, it is important to plan ahead in order to be ready for… well, anything. These are my top tips for …
Although cleaning isn’t generally considered a fun chore, there is something invigorating about a whole-house refresh. It’s the end result that makes spring cleaning worthwhile. But there are things you can do to make the spring cleaning fun. Since a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down, adding a …
Getting kids to sit down to do homework everyday is task. I know, I have been there — the frustration, the nagging and even the tears. It can be very stressful. But after many battles, we established family guidelines for getting homework done that made the chore more bearable for all. Although we still have our moments, these five simple tips help keep homework stress free.
I have been a writer for as long as I can remember. As a little girl I used to make up stories, I wrote my own books and kept journals filled with thoughts and drawings. Of course most of my writing is done online now, but I have never given up my …
As our family road trip approached, I was obsessed with making sure I packed everything — everything — we could possibly need for our six-day adventure on the road. I was determined not to miss anything. And I am happy to report that I did a fantastic job. (Yes, a …
What does the perfect beach day look like to you? Mine starts like this. A picture perfect day with clear blue skies and my family. What more could one ask for? We are beach people, and are lucky enough to go often. While my girls love everything about the beach …