Review of our family vacation photo shoot with Flytographer
Remember the Mom Stays in the Picture movement started by my friend, Allison Slater Tate, with this essay in 2012? I love the idea of documenting for kids that we moms really were there, and that at some point in the future, they’ll want to look back and see us. That’s tough for me, though, because I have […]
How you can help Syrian refugee mamas and babies
The images of the atrocities in Syria are haunting, and I’ve felt so incredibly helpless. My heart breaks for all whose lives have been upended, but especially for the children who have fled from Syria, the most vulnerable. As Mr. Rogers’ mom advised, I’ve been looking for the helpers. Thankfully, I found them when my friend Wendy […]
15 fun facts about dolphins for Dolphin Awareness Month
My teen and I recently visited the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago and, as always, the Pacific white-sided dolphins both wowed and charmed us. They’re some of our favorite animals there. March is Dolphin Awareness Month, which is all about celebrating these smart, playful, and acrobatic mammals. In honor of the occasion, here are 15 fun facts about […]
Similarities between childbirth and divorce
I’ve never considered myself to be an overly strong person. I have good qualities, but fortitude has never really one of them. The two experiences in my life that have shown me that I am stronger than I think am: childbirth and divorce. And when you think about it, those two processes have a lot […]
National Museum of Dance is worth a visit
Ever since she could twirl, my daughter has loved to dance. She’s evolved from a bitty ballerina wearing tiny slippers into a real one with pointe shoes who has perfected her pirouette. So when I realized that we would be the National Dance Museum on our vacation through the Northeast, we knew we had to stop. […]
Tips to make traveling with kids easier
A recent survey by Hilton found that family travel is both a) really important for broadening kids’ horizons and b) not always easy. To help families travel easier, they asked moms and dads from all walks of life at Hilton, from C-Suite to front desk staff, for their advice. These parents in the travel industry offered […]
Wonderful quotes from Mr. Rogers for parents
Fred Rogers was not only a wise man, he was a force for good. Through the 895 episodes of his television show on PBS, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, he taught children of all ages about loving and being kind to themselves and to others. In honor of his birthday on March 20, 1928, here are wonderful […]
Spring Stitch Fix Review March 2017
This post contains affiliate links, meaning I could earn a small percentage of commission for your purchase that will go toward my next Fix, which I’ll of course review for you for free. A Stitch Fix day is a good day! I was so excited to get this recent spring Stitch Fix. I asked my stylist, Carlee, for items that […]
Fun facts about Beauty and the Beast
Beauty and the Beast is now out in theaters everywhere. My family really enjoyed the film (you can read our full review here) in part because of the amazing attention to detail. These fun facts about Beauty and the Beast and what went into making the film will make you appreciate it even more. * […]
Fun facts about pandas on National Panda Day
Happy National Panda Day! In honor of the occasion, here are some fun facts about pandas. The first fact is from John Krasinski, narrator of Disneynature’s “Born In China,” a film that will make you fall even more in love with pandas. Here are more fun panda facts: Giant pandas are usually just called pandas. China is […]