As the weather cools down, it’s time to get out in the brisk air to enjoy all that nature has to offer. But don’t limit yourself to walks around the […]
READ MOREI don’t view recess as something that takes time away from my kids’ learning. In fact, I believe that physical exercise prepares kids’ minds for learning – and leads to […]
READ MOREBeing a full-time working mom, I find it quite challenging to keep up with the day-to-day tasks of running a household and being the wife and mom I want to […]
READ MORELast year, our neighbor caught us in a compromising situation. My son, Miles, had taken one of the big boxes from the move into our new home and turned it […]
READ MOREFall can be a time for new beginnings, with a new school year offering fresh perspectives to both children and parents alike. However, fall also brings chillier weather, which means […]
READ MOREFall is here and it’s time for pumpkins, corn mazes, and every child’s favorite fall celebration – Halloween! As soon as the calendar hits October, the Halloween anticipation starts building […]
READ MORECostumes, spooky music, being out after dark and your favorite candy…there’s a lot for a child to love about Halloween. For parents, many are looking for ways to strike the […]
READ MORELooks of bemusement were displayed across the faces of the 7-9 year old Haitian Jacmel United Futball Club (JUFC) players when my 15 year old daughter handed out their first […]
READ MOREWhenever my extended family is around my house at mealtime, they are always joking about the foods I serve my daughter. While most 2-year olds are eating more standard lunchtime […]
READ MOREBeing a kid is tough, probably much tougher than we care to remember. It’s easy to feel like you aren’t important, don’t know what you are doing and aren’t as […]
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