I don't know about you, but when summer hits, I'm not trying to add things to my to-do list. In fact, I'll blatantly ignore that list just to sit and bask in the sun. Listen, western Pennsylvania winters aren't kind, okay? To guarantee yourself more quality summer time outside, check off these these ... » Learn More about Get Summer Ready with These Home Improvements
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5 Creative Ways to Teach Math to Little Kids
Source All children should grow up with a strong set of math skills. Unfortunately, math often ends up being one of their least favorite subjects in schools. When kids aren't interested in something and they find it too challenging, they mentally check out. It can be very difficult to encourage ... » Learn More about 5 Creative Ways to Teach Math to Little Kids
Teaching Kids About Legacy: Lessons from Family Heirlooms and Keepsakes
Legacy isn’t just about money or property. It’s about the stories we tell, the values we live by, and the way our family history shapes our future. And as some actively work to erase the legacy of others, it's more important than ever to pass down the truthful histories of our families. And for ... » Learn More about Teaching Kids About Legacy: Lessons from Family Heirlooms and Keepsakes
For My Fellow Hot Mess Hostesses…
Sometimes I feel like having people over. Sometimes I'll even feel like cooking for them. But then I reconsider because my personality is my superpower; not my cooking. BUT. I have successfully hosted more than my children around our table and no one has cried. Here are my hosting tips for ... » Learn More about For My Fellow Hot Mess Hostesses…
Appliance Love: Proper Care & Maintenance
If you're an old-head like me and get excited about new appliances, this post is for you! Also, sometimes I write things for money. This is one of those things. Proper care and maintenance of home appliances extend their lifespan. It can also improve their efficiency and save lots of money on ... » Learn More about Appliance Love: Proper Care & Maintenance
Understanding Pre-k Education: The Four Core Learning Styles
Oh, hi! We haven't chatted in a while. Like you, I've been busy with life. Three growing kids and my own adulting are topics I'd love to cover more often, but I've been spending a lot of time over at my new freelancing gig, Highlights Early Learning blog. I am stupid excited to have the opportunity ... » Learn More about Understanding Pre-k Education: The Four Core Learning Styles
Don’t be a Dumb Dog-Owner, Please & Thank You
Hi! When you see a dog, does your heart instantly soften? Then you revert to baby-talking because you just yuve dem furry wittle faces and good good bois so much?! No?? Sorry you don't have a soul. I love me some dogs and I spoil mine because why else does a person get a dog duh. My girl gets ... » Learn More about Don’t be a Dumb Dog-Owner, Please & Thank You
Parenting Burnout is REAL
You know how people tend to tell us "enjoy every moment" the very moment we're hanging by a proverbial parenting thread? Yeah, that's not helpful. I, for one, love being a parent, but I do NOT love everything that comes along with being a parent. I don't quite care for the utter exhaustion that ... » Learn More about Parenting Burnout is REAL
Family Bike Rides
When my brother and I were young, our family vacationed on Lake Erie. It was a tradition started on my dad's side of the family that became a favorite family destination. Of all the things we did in Erie, bike riding was my favorite. Now that I have my own kids, I'm waxing nostalgic for those ... » Learn More about Family Bike Rides
My Hair It Is a’Changin’
Years ago, when I started birthing humans, my hair stylist warned: "your hair will never be the same." I didn't know what she was referring to at the time, but I've come to learn "never the same" translates into "dry and curly hair" for me. I've always had a good, easy head of hair; wash, dry, done. ... » Learn More about My Hair It Is a’Changin’