On the first day of winter break, my family and I headed to see Mary Poppins Returns. We all really enjoyed the film. Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda were both great, the songs were delightful, and it made us all smile. It also served as a catalyst for some interesting … [Read more...]
2018 Printable Christmas scavenger hunt clues
A Christmas scavenger hunt is a tradition my dad began when I was a child and it's one I've continued for my daughter and shared on the blog. Find all the past printable clues here. All the clues are intended to take you to a different location around the house. We realize that … [Read more...]
Why my holiday wish list includes the Gift of Responsibility
This post is sponsored by Responsibility.org as part of their Ask, Listen, Learn program. All opinions, holiday excitement and gift requests are my own. It's possible I have a holiday wrapping paper obsession. Stashed away in a closet, I have more than a dozen rolls of paper. … [Read more...]
The 12 Days of Christmas with teens
Christmas changes a bit when you're parenting a teen. The anticipation around Santa is gone, replaced by anticipation of finals. Teens are a little more focused on getting the perfect gift for their significant other or best friend than what they plan to get their siblings. … [Read more...]
Tips to help kids become better writers from the founder of Learn to Write Now
Writing matters. I say that not because I was an English major and a legal writing teacher or because I get paid to write now, though all of those roles have underscored the value of good writing. The ability to write clearly and effectively is a key job and life skill, one that … [Read more...]
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