November is unarguably a great time of year. Crisp air, changing leaves, holiday season upon us. I’ve always loved it, and loved having a November birthday. Not only do I have a November birthday, but I have a Thanksgiving...
As February is the month of love, it only makes sense that Random Acts of Kindness Day {#RAKday} falls on February 17th. What could make someone feel more loved than surprising them with a random act of kindness? Performing...
Gift giving has been my love language since I was a little girl. I was forever making pictures, friendship bracelets, and impressively once made a recreation of the blow up man that you see outside of car dealerships for...
By now, most of us have been stuck in our homes for at least six weeks. We’ve played all the games, done all the activities, seen all the new Disney movies. Easter has come and gone, and probably at...
Ah January. The month of new beginnings, resolutions, and tackling getting your life in order after all of the hustle bustle of the holiday season. I am a January fan. I create goals for the year. I rearrange the...
My kids never believed in Santa Clause when they were growing up. It wasn’t because we were trying to be “counter-culture” or because we thought Santa Clause was a terrible, non-religious tradition: we just didn't like deceiving them. It...
On November 11th of each year, we have the greatest opportunity to thank a veteran. Veterans Day honors American veterans of all wars and is a wonderful chance to teach your kids about sacrifice, and more importantly, heroism.
While this...
One of my favorite holiday traditions is actually to record our favorite Christmas memories year after year in our Family Christmas Book. The holidays are so hustled and bustled so for me it's nice to just stop and reflect...
Short on time and ideas for your Memorial Day gathering? Here are a couple of SERIOUSLY simple ideas that are easy to throw together on a whim and will add a patriotic touch to your tablescape!
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Congratulations. You’re about to join the unofficial elite club called International Parents of Misery. With the right amount of preparation and setting of expectations, you can surely strike misery from that title as you embark on that international flight...
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Family-Friendly Things to do in Houston this Weekend (April 26-28)
April brings forth sunny weather, outdoor activities, and unfortunately for some, bouts of illness and injury. In addition to allergies and sinus infections, respiratory...
