Some of my favorite childhood memories are when my dad coached my t-ball team. I was 6, it was a co-ed team wherein I was the only girl, and I relished the bonding time with my dad. My husband has similar stories about his dad; and, in fact, baseball was a comforting constant throughout his…
Do newborn babies really benefit from being read to? Even though you probably hear all of the time that reading to newborn babies is crucial to their development, it does seem a little counterintuitive. I mean, c’mon, brand new babies are barely ever awake, and even when they are, they don’t really seem like the…
How many handbags do you have? How many do you actually love and use? Like clothing, we only use about 20% of the handbags we own. Some people are constantly looking for the “perfect” bag, some are addicted to handbags (the never ending colors, shapes, sizes are as intoxicating as shoes!) and some impulse buy any bag…
It’s Contest Time! We are giving away a Family Season Pass to Boonshoft Museum of Discovery! Boonshoft passes are a great option for not only parents but grandparents as well since it is good for 2 adults and up to 6 children. Enter below.
When you think of story time for your kids, my guess is that a store that sells predominantly furniture doesn’t come to mind. How about a cafeteria? Nope. Didn’t think so. Now what if I told you IKEA has a hidden gem of a story time? And now what if I told you that before…
Cooler temperatures don’t mean your family’s outdoor adventures have to end. A little snow and bare trees make for a nature-filled winter wonderland. For outdoor winter fun and exploration, look no further than your favorite Five Rivers MetroPark location. With 25 parks and facilities, there are family-friendly winter activities for all ages and interests. From…
Despite my best efforts, my kids’ stuff has taken over. Closets are bursting with little mittens and boots. Toys spill out of every corner of the house. Artwork and craft supplies explode from drawers like those snakes-in-a-can. It was time for a reset (and perhaps a garage sale). When organizing, I have a few stores…
Valentine’s Day Fun! Valentine’s Day is not only for husbands/wives/boyfriends/girlfriends but for all loved ones. We want to spread the love in as many ways that we can and most often it starts with our immediate family and then hopefully trickles down to others. Here are some fun ways to celebrate the month of love……
This non-profit “biznistry” is a community café that allows individuals and families to enjoy a meal in a unique “pay it forward” environment. Robert Adamson, Director and Executive Chef of One Bistro, believes his vision for the cafe came from God giving him the heart to reach out to people in need and the talent…
