Hiliary King
Hello Summer, Goodbye Elementary School (and This Time for Good)!
A couple of years ago, I was bracing for my oldest to finish his final year in elementary school and head off to middle...
Fun Jacksonville Day Trips (With a Skateboard Twist)
Jacksonville is very lucky to have several amazing skate parks, but if you are looking to try other skate parks just outside of Jacksonville,...
The Beloved ‘Sea Cow’: Tips for Seeing Manatees in Florida
Protected by law, manatees are large, gentle herbivores known for their peaceful nature. Also affectionately known as "sea cows" or "mermaids."
November was designated as...
On the Road: Lessons Learned Chasing Fall in the Mountains
In fall 2024, I had an eagerly awaited family trip planned to the mountains — a chance to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway and...
The Best Skateboard Parks In & Around Jax
The skateboard community in Jacksonville is thriving, and if you have a child who is showing interest in learning to skate, there are plenty...
My Feral Summer
We are all getting back to the grind with school just starting, and although I am happy that we are back to our normal...
When the Nostalgia Stings
The other day, I saw a video of Phil Collins (who is now 74), and it stated that he had retired from music and...
When Does the Easter Bunny Stop Coming to Your House?
Somewhere along the line, the Tooth Fairy was no longer coming to our house. Honestly, I think it started when I would forget to...
Living In My Tween Boy Era
At the beginning of every year, after surviving the holidays, I've always had to immediately plan a birthday party for my January and February...
How This Florida Girl Tries to Keep the Winter Blues Away
I am more of a spring and summer girl, so after the holidays when everything slows down, I realize how easy it is to...
The Long-Sleeve Battle
Parents, you know what I’m talking about. Why is it that you can have one child who will wear a hoodie all year long...
The Holiday You Didn’t Know You Needed: Chaos Never Dies Day
I was scrolling through the internet recently looking for team building ideas for work and came across a fun made-up holiday that caught my...