When the end of June hits, most parents I know are thankful for the few months of reprieve ahead, as the hustle of the school year, especially those last two months, gets tedious near the end of the year. Summer time can be a combination of lazy-days around the house, and epic adventures with some … [Read more...]
First Time Camp Memories That Will Last Forever
I took one last look at my little man, balancing his pack and his gear in his arms as he ambled up the path towards the other campers. This was the first full weekend he would be away from both parents and I was nervous. What if he got scared of the dark? What if he got homesick? What if he got … [Read more...]
Playground Safety: What Are You NOT Checking
We all want to keep our children safe; it is in our instincts to do everything we can to protect them. Mothers have been known to lift cars off of their kids, for goodness sake! And when we take our kids out in this hot summer weather we know what we need to do; lather them in sunscreen, put a hat … [Read more...]