Ah, the middle of summer. Maybe you, like countless other families, have eased into a gloriously relaxed summer schedule. Late-night firepits, pajama day number two in a row, or three, or four…. However, have you looked around and had...
You may have heard that this year in the U.K., Queen Elizabeth II has been celebrating 70 years on the British throne. While Americans didn't get a national holiday like the Brits (they gave up that right in 1776),...
For as long as I can remember people have always said to me, “wow, you’re so nice.” This is kind but it always catches me off-guard. Because, if I’m being perfectly honest here, I’M NOT NICE! I’m a big believer...
Being a first-time mom is challenging. You are initiated into a completely new human experience.  There's a lot to navigate during this period. You’re getting to know your new baby and yourself, and your family is adapting to a significant...
I spent most of my childhood outdoors, and I pictured doing the same with my child. I spent my childhood in hot and warm places, so the adjustment to the northeast is something that I still haven’t come to...
This summer I decided I wanted to challenge myself to step outside of my comfort zone and learn one new thing “Just Because.” I wanted to refresh something in my life, just for ME. When I was 20, and on...
What is Eid al-Fitr? Eid Mubarak! Happy Eid al-Fitr is the celebration of breaking the fast. The thirty days of Ramadan come to an end with the sighting of the crescent moon after sundown. What follows is a flurry of...
  The national formula shortage is a crisis for families across the country As a mother who is watching other mothers share their stories about how they cannot find their baby’s formula, with pictures of empty shelves circulating the internet, my...
The scene. I'm in the car line for school pickup. I get a text, "Dear Parents, The students participated in a lockdown drill today. Thank you for your continued support in this matter." My heart sinks. I know my 7-year-old...
I have been unapologetic in my hate for Disney worship. However, I recently found myself needing to bring my children with me on a work trip to Orlando, so I did what I previously considered unthinkable: I went to Disney. And...

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Now that spring has officially arrived and warmer weather is (hopefully) on its way, it's the perfect time to get outside for a family...