Shannon Beckham
Shannon is a former Special Education Teacher turned SAHM to two great kids, Cole and Kiley. Originally from Miami, Shannon met her husband while they were both attending the University of Florida (Go Gators). They decided to put down roots in Jacksonville Beach, and are very much enjoying the laid back salt life.
A Day of Building Fun with Growin’GEERS
When my 8-year-old son, Cole, and I were invited to attend a Growin’GEERS event, I’ll be honest, I didn’t know what to expect. Well, I can tell you as a mom and as a...
JMB’s 2nd Annual Amazing Mom Contest
Announcing JMB’s 2nd Annual Amazing Mom Contest!
We know that all moms are amazing, but do you know a real Super Mom? They are all around us – moms that amaze us, inspire us, challenge...
Getting Creative at The Art Garage
My kids love art. For my son, art class at school is the highlight of his week. So when I asked them if they wanted to try an afterschool class at The Art Garage,...
Throw a Mad Science Birthday Party
I love throwing birthday parties for kids. I love to find a theme and throw myself into it with reckless abandon. When my son decided he wanted a Mad Science Party to celebrate his...
Why You Should Stop Using the R-Word
So why should you stop using the R-word? I could make this post short by telling you that I guarantee every time you use the word retarded in a derogatory manner, at least one...
6 Fun Science Experiments for Kids
For my son’s 8th birthday we hosted a Mad Science Party. The kids rotated through stations completing some fun experiments. Most of these experiments can be completed using simple household materials, and I’ve provided...
Why We Love Our Public School
Last week there were two occasions where I overheard some moms discussing how horrible our public schools are. The second time it happened I couldn’t stop myself, I had to say something. But when...
Mom Hacks: Real Moms, Real Tips
I’ve been a mom for a little over eight years now and in that time I’ve learned one thing… moms KNOW stuff. I have never met a mom that didn’t have at least one...
Easy Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids
Thanksgiving is next week and that means turkey, time with family and a few days off school for the kids. Here are a few easy Thanksgiving crafts to keep the kids busy during their...
Shipwreck! Pirates & Treasure at MOSH {Kid Tested, Mom Approved}
Before the new Shipwreck! Pirates & Treasure exhibit opened at MOSH I let my son Cole skip school and attend a special sneak peek, behind the scenes tour of the new exhibit with me....
Halloween Crafts for Kids
Halloween is right around the corner and that means it’s time for a few Halloween themed crafts for the kids. Here are a few of my favorite EASY crafts that can be made mostly...
Big Kids & Car Seats: To Booster or Not To Booster
Last month, right before my son’s 8th birthday, I scheduled a visit for a car seat check with Safe Kids, led by THE PLAYERS Center for Child Health at Wolfson Children’s Hospital. I have...