August is *almost* here, and with it comes the constant whisper of back-to-school prep in every aisle of Target. But if the idea of “getting ready for school” sends you into a panic, take a deep breath. Here’s the truth: Back-to-school prep doesn’t have to be stressful. You don’t have...
If your kids are like mine they’ve been staying up late and living off chocolate since mid-December. Now that the holiday season is over, it’s time to transition back to work, school and all those regular after school activities. Here are some tips to make the shift smoother and help...
Heading back to school isn’t just an adjustment for our kids, it takes a toll on parents too. New routines, new schedules, new friends, new classrooms, new expectations… the checklist is endless. To soften the blow of the first day shock to your system, I’ve come up with a list...
I’ve had a few people ask about our Homeschool curriculum. I chose My Father’s World to try out for our first year of homeschooling. I don’t have a lot of experience with Homeschooling, but I can say I love the organization and lesson plans My Father’s World provides. One of the things...
We’ve all heard about the many benefits of the great outdoors. As a child I remember exploring a creek behind our neighborhood for hours. I remember watching tadpoles swim and digging for worms. I remember pretending to search for gold in the creek like it was the California Gold Rush....
Whether it’s a woohoo! Or a boohoo situation… Back to School is a perfect excuse to indulge in a couple adult beverages! This morning, I had the amazing opportunity to hop on a Zoom with the talented folks at WOIO in Cleveland to demonstrate some of my favorite Back to...
