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Round Up: Thanksgiving Food and Fun

The fourth Thursday of every November is a holiday – THANKSGIVING! When most people think of Thanksgiving, they think of…

Zion National Park: A Perfect Day with Kids

Looking for a family friendly active day trip? Check out Zion National Park.

Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff – Your New Favorite Recipe

Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff is a hearty winter favorite - and easy to make enough to feed the whole family.

Kid Stocking Stuffers (For Less Than $10!)

Here are some non-candy stocking stuffer ideas for your toddlers, tweens and teens this Christmas.

The Best Pumpkin Cheesecake

This simple pumpkin cheesecake recipe is perfect for hosting -- or bringing to a fall gathering.

Shedding the Shy: London is 12

London was always considered "shy" as a little one -- but she's shed that connotation and turns 12 today.

When Your Parenting Turns 13

When a child turns 13 - parenting takes on a whole new meaning.

To My Middle-School Son, On His 14th Birthday

As you get older, your story becomes more complicated and nuanced.

Freelance Writing Tips

A collection of our best tips on a career in freelance writing.

Crafts & Hobbies: A Collection of Our Favorite Crafts for Kids

Here's some of our year-round BEST crafts for kids.

Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: Lost Time with Mom

These days the threat of Alzheimer's disease guides my every move.

Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

Thanksgiving is almost here and this Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow recipe is always a hit! Whether you’re hosting a…

How to Get By On One Income

Getting by on one income is possible, with sacrifices. The Mommy 101 posts are part of an occasional series in…

5 Things No One Tells You about a Home-Based Business

It’s no secret that working from home is on the rise. Have a home based business seems to be trending.…

My Advice on Your Child’s Education: Relax

A few months ago, just before summer’s end, Rachael and I took the kids to a local splash park. While…

I Took a 32-Day Road Trip with 5 Kids (in a Minivan)

Last summer my husband and I planned the trip of a lifetime for our family of 7 — 32 days,…

Adjusting Expectations as a Special Needs Parent

There it sits in my son’s room: a special chair. Not a wheelchair exactly, but one that will hold his…

To Princess or Not to Princess?

“Look, Mama, I’m Cinder-brella!” My daughter twirls around me, a blue bath towel wrapped around her waist. My heart sinks…

5 Ways to Help Your ADHD Child Make and Keep Friends

My son is diagnosed with ADHD, and I see him struggling when he plays with other kids due to inattention,…

5 Tips to Keep Kids Safe Online August 29, 2019

Tips to keep kids safe online

What Really Affects Fertility? July 5, 2019

Several factors can play into infertility.

Dealing With Separation Anxiety When Your Child Starts School July 1, 2019

Separation anxiety when kids start school is tough – here are some tips to smooth it out.

10 Years of London Adventures June 21, 2019

Today my daughter London turns 10. Born on the first day of summer – the day with the most sunlight…

Parenting Tips for 2020 June 9, 2019

Parenting tips for the year 2020.

5 Inexpensive Ways to Enjoy Summer Break May 31, 2019

Check out these cheap and cheerful summer activities everyone will love. Summer is here! And after a long, turbulent winter…

High Needs at Age 7 May 8, 2019

My daughter Erinn is 7 today. If you’ve been reading this blog from the beginning, you’ve probably read a few…

Update Your Wardrobe on a Budget April 27, 2019

Here’s how to update your wardrobe.

How to Start a College Savings Fund April 26, 2019

Tips for saving for college.

Thursday Three: Things Your Newborn Needs April 25, 2019

We are adding our fourth child to our home in May. The calendar says that this lovely little girl will…

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