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We affectionately call our backyard “playtown” because, well, we have a lot of cool stuff to play on. I love having things that encourage kids to play outside! We’ve lost 2 main attractions with storms in the past few years- our 2 very old apple trees that had rope swings and a tire swing, but Continue Reading …
One of my most favorite songs of all time is Twila Paris‘ “It’s the Thought That Counts” and I can tell you that I’ve never once heard it without feeling inspired to do for others. So how do we actually GIVE the gift of caring to our children, our friends, our families? In my world, Continue Reading …
Over the past few months, I’ve shared my experiences in creating the Little Chefs Project and this is the last portion of that project. I’m sad that this is coming to a close but I do love a good Twitter party so at least we’re “going out” with a bang! What: Join us for Continue Reading …
I’ve been sharing with you my journey relating to first periods, and talking about them, with my 7 year old for several months now (see previous #KotexMom posts). This is my “final” official post, although I’m sure as the time for her period gets closer down the road, I’ll be sharing more once again. It’s Continue Reading …
The holidays are here. Wish lists, Santa visits, holiday cards, packaging, presents, elves…anticipation- there’s a lot about the holiday season that doesn’t always make you think of gratitude or thankfulness. Especially when there are children involved. It’s not always easy to keep overtired, overstimulated little ones the importance of being grateful and thankful and showing Continue Reading …
I recently took my first visit to the Bronx Zoo with my kids. We decided to go in the fall while the weather is nice and WOW was it fun. It was a really great time of year to visit the zoo. Most of the animals were out and about, nobody was too hot or Continue Reading …
Well, I wrote part of a book. Contributed to a chapter. But I did! I'm proud to say I'm one of 40 amazing bloggers who came together for the very first crowd-sourced ebook designed to help get you cooking with kids, the Little Chefs Project! is all about cooking with kids and includes tips, tricks, recipes, Continue Reading …
It's almost inevitable that your daughter will at some point start getting her period. We as adults have a few ways to approach this, with facts and information and open dialogue, or an as-you-go approach. If you hadn't noticed, I'm in the educate and and talk about things camp. My daughter, at 7, is aware Continue Reading …
November 26th is the first-ever #GivingTuesday event. My mom lived her life in helping others, in so many ways. She taught us by doing that giving to others matters, and should be a priority in life. Giving to others and for others doesn't have to cost a lot, nor take a lot of time, but Continue Reading …
I had planned to bring some Kleenex with me when we were going to be Trick-or-Treating later this week, but thanks to Hurricane Sandy, it looks like Halloween will be cancelled for the second year in a row. That means some creative thinking on our part- we'll have to think of some fun and creative Continue Reading …
