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You know that feeling you get before you leave for vacation? That exciting, anything can happen, all I have is free time kind of feeling? It is like the feeling I used to get in the final moments before school … Read more
Barry Humphries once said, “Australia is an outdoor country. People only go inside to use the toilet. And that’s only a recent development.” Australia attracts adventure loving souls from around the world eager to take on its lethal beauty. Even … Read more
When it’s finally time for your child to ask if they can join their friends on Twitter, Instagram, or Snapchat, you may not feel ready. Though you may have sent your child off to school, to birthday parties, or to … Read more
We’ve made it – summer is here! Before those kids start driving you crazy, remember that they will be going to camp soon so tell them to start packing. Here is a list of essential summer camp items to pack … Read more
My husband and I have noticed lately that much needed lazy Sundays are few and far between these days. Between work, a child, sports, and daily life, it seems like more often our “lazy day of the week” turns into … Read more
Backyard spaces are more “in” than ever. Backyards are becoming more than just porches and Adirondack chairs to sit while we watch the kids play. They’re becoming another room of the house with full kitchens, outdoor showers, and these days … Read more
Now that school’s out, keeping the kids entertained throughout the day has started to consume my existence. I tend to hear “I’m bored” a lot. So I’ve been looking for activities to get them outside to wear them out! They … Read more
According to Oxford Learning, 2 to 3 hours of educational work per week is needed to prevent any learning loss. Summer is finally here, and with warm weather, bored kids bloom like perennials. They are going to need a little … Read more
The Wyndham Vacation Rentals at Waterscape Fort Walton Beach are a popular vacation destination, and it’s easy to see why. I had the opportunity to spend a lovely weekend in Fort Walton Beach and discovered it’s a fantastic vacation destination … Read more
A Wrinkle in Time follows the story of Meg Murry, a typical middle school student struggling with issues of self-worth who is desperate to fit in. As the daughter of two world-renowned physicists, she is intelligent and uniquely gifted, as is … Read more
Over the last seven years working together, we’ve tried many different systems to make my job as a team blog contributor easier: emails, spreadsheets, email organization plug-ins – you name it, we’ve done it. Thus far, nothing has even come … Read more
We’re in the final stretch of the school year and I couldn’t be more excited! As usual, I have a jam-packed summer looming ahead of me. I’ll be traveling to Michigan for my sister’s wedding and it is something I’m really … Read more
The superstitions of a culture reveal a lot about its people. What may seem odd or silly in one country is commonplace in another. You might not believe in ghosts, but does your heart not skip a beat when you … Read more
“Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor.” Harry Langdon Heeding the lessons of failure and using them to keep trudging towards success is probably one of the most difficult tasks in life. We give in to fear or … Read more
If your family is anything like ours, you go through cycles of togetherness and separation. I’m not sure exactly how it happens, but it’s like we all fall out of sync. The next thing I know, we’re eating TV dinners … Read more
Johnny Carson was king of late night while I was growing up, and I can remember sneaking downstairs to catch his monologue long after I should have been in bed. I can still remember hearing my Dad’s distinct deep throated … Read more