fun activities for kids

Are you worried your child is a quitter?

September 22, 2014

Have you signed your child up for swimming, soccer, gymnastics, piano lessons, or camp only to hear, “I don’t want to go!”? It’s hard not […]

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7 Gifts for kids that are unique, educational, or sentimental

December 12, 2013

In the past, we’ve discussed giving unique holiday gifts to adults, travelers, guys and moms. In a recent conversation with my kids about living simply […]

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Send a personalized video message from Santa to your child – #Giveaway

December 12, 2013

Did you know you can send a personalized video message from Santa to your child (or any child)? Santa’s team at the Portable North Pole […]

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Educate and entertain: The best apps for kids

February 6, 2013

Tech is pervasive in my own life, to be sure. But when it comes to my kids, I prefer good old fashioned books, conversation, or […]

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Chocolate football sugar cookies

January 24, 2013

Celebrate Super Bowl Sunday or any game day with some fun treats that kids and adults alike can enjoy! These cookies freeze well and are […]

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5 Ways to help your children find their gifts and talents

May 7, 2012

My son Ian recently found a new program called Google Sketch Up. It was a free download that enabled him to learn how to design 3D […]

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