Food for Thought In the next few weeks the final school bell will ring and kids will scream with joy because summer vacation will be here. Local kids will play computer games, get together with friends, go swimming or have fun at a local park. The majority of school age…
My family has been through some struggles over the past two years. My wife went to the hospital for a vicious bacterial virus. I was in the hospital twice. Once for a closed esophagus and then to be brought back to life from cardiac arrest (I was dead for ten minutes). We have also dealt with my father in…
Trying to come up with a New Year’s resolution before 2017 arrives? Here’s an idea: resolve to read to your child daily! When a child learns to love books at an early age, it paves the way for a lifelong interest in reading. As a parent, there are many things that you can do to…
We’re excited spring is (almost) here and it is already time to think about where the best egg hunts are! We’ve kept up on all Easter fun again this year in the Dayton area. We will continue to update this list as we hear about more Easter Egg Hunts in the Dayton area. …
Because we have family who live far away, we are often piling into the car like so many sardines, accompanied by snacks and pillows, band aids and toys. We like to think of ourselves as experienced road-trippers. One of our tricks is to have a surprise to reveal partway through the trip. Like a spoonful…
When it’s mosquito season in Dayton, it’s tempting to hide inside, Not only are mosquito’s annoying & irritating, but they also spread infectious diseases to humans & pets! Local owner, Deanne Fisher, explains why this service has been so important for HER family! A few years ago when we realized our small daughter was allergic…
Try something new this summer with the family or maybe try a new spot. Many locations offer catch and release or maybe bring home some dinner.
Winter is here, and before everything is blanketed in white, it’s essential to get your home ready for the freezing temperatures. In places like Gaithersburg, MD, where snowy winters are a given, preparation is necessary to ensure your winters are merry without worry. A burst pipe, drafty windows, or a failing furnace can quickly turn…
As parents, ensuring the health and well-being of your children is a top priority, and fostering a foundation of habits that lead to overall health includes teaching healthy eating, engaging in physical activities daily, and maintaining regular medical check-ups. And sometimes, even more needs to be done, including mental health and physical therapy for kids…
Enjoy creative, hands-on art activities this spring at the third annual Art on the Playground, an interactive art festival for kids of all ages! Art on the Playground takes place rain or shine on Saturday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Habitat Environmental Center in Kettering. The event is free…
