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With the start of summer just around the corner, many people’s thoughts turn towards taking a vacation or day trips. Yes, summer is the time of year when things slow down for most of us… especially if you have kids. School is out! This means less running around to various activities and a temporary moratorium … Read more
The concept of home has a different meaning for everyone. For some, it is the place where they were born. Others define home as the place where they lived the longest. Still others call the place where they’re currently living “home.” There are those who maintain that home is not actually a place but a … Read more
One of the hardest things to do is take a good look at yourself in the mirror and admit your flaws… not just physical imperfections, but personality glitches. Think about it. Do you have a tendency to be overbearing? Are you messy? Maybe you are the queen of guilt trips? Or the king of procrastination? … Read more
Do you know a narcissist? Are you frustrated by a person in your life who demands attention all the time? Or someone who seems insensitive to other people’s feelings? Is there a member of your family who constantly puts other people down, including you? Or do you have that friend who, no matter what the … Read more
You probably think that you know your close friends and family members very well… but do you? The best way to find out is to play a little game of “20 Questions”… or in this case, 225 Questions! We’ve put together a list of questions on a variety of topics. Depending on who you’re playing … Read more
It’s the start of a new year, which means it’s a fresh opportunity to focus on strategies to keep your family’s bond strong and your memories unforgettable. If you’re aiming to break your same old routine and move past the status quo when it comes to family time, setting goals together is a great way … Read more
You’ve likely heard all about the hype surrounding meal delivery kits services like Blue Apron and Hello Fresh… how they conveniently deliver pre-packaged, pre-measured ingredients straight to your door – based on the recipes you hand select. I’d also wager you’ve heard of the trending meal planning apps… like Yummly, Mealime and Big Oven. … Read more
Anxious. Bored. Tired. Frustrated. Curious. Creative. Dedicated. These adjectives may describe you. They may also describe your kids. But at one point or another, we’ve all been there. Been that person. I am that person. Every day. As a mom of four small children, I run the gamut of emotions daily. I want to make … Read more
There are many different types of families out there. The nuclear family. The extended family. The single-parent family. And the co-parent family. Regardless of the type of the family, they all have one thing in common… children. And the way we raise our children will impact the way they treat others… how they see themselves… and, ultimately, … Read more
Have you ever seen the movie Failure to Launch with Matthew McConaughey and Sarah Jessica Parker? It’s a goodie and a real tear-jerker. The movie centers around two desperate parents who want to see their lazy adult son (who lives with them) find direction and purpose in his life. They go as far as hiring … Read more