If you are like me, you leave the crafting responsibilities to the teachers. I'm not saying I don't like to craft, I'm saying I pretty much stink at it. But the kids loooove to craft. So I try. I...
As Florida residents, we all know too well that the unpredictable weather can prevent our kids from going outside. Even though my kids have trunks and closets full of toys, they’ll eventually complain of boredom if they’re indoors too...
Finding an extracurricular activity that your child is really interested in can be tough. My middle daughter, Kayte, had tried almost everything. Although she liked some and was pretty good at others, we had not found “that thing” she...
It's only November 6th and I'm a mom on a mission. For Christmas this year I vow to limit the amount of plastic that enters my house by including gifts that I can make for my family! Plus, I just...
Valentine's Day was always such an exciting time for me as a kid. I have fond memories of my parents having a special surprise for my sister and me each year, a tradition that continued as we went off to...
Planning on ringing in the new year at home with the kids? Me too. You're never too young to enjoy a good party! And what a great way to teach your kids about goals and resolutions. This may be...
The opening ceremony of the XXII Sochi Olympic Winter Games 2014 kicked off on Friday, February 7 at 12:18pm ET. I'm dating myself here, but the 1984 Olympic Games took place while I was in Kindergarten. I remember posing...
The Natural Life Music & Arts Festival is our FAVORITE. DAY. EVER! It unites world class Americana musicians, artisans, foodies, outdoor enthusiasts and festival goers of all ages for a spectacular Sunday at Metropolitan Park. JMB is thrilled to be...
In just a few weeks the kids will be out of school, and summer will officially have started. I love having my kids home for the summer. We plan lots of fun activities around town and take advantage of many of the free and cheap things going on in Jacksonville.
Recently, I spotted a dad wearing the coolest shirt at an indoor play gym. It said, “Dads don’t babysit. It is called parenthood.” In BIG red letters on the front of his shirt, this dad was announcing to everyone...
Every mom dreams of being like Martha Stewart right? We want each holiday to be a perfect memory for our children. We see all of the great craft ideas and think, "I can totally do that!" This month's cover...
Hello, Jax Moms Blog readers. I am so happy to be back here sharing another project with you. This project is so easy, I can not believe this was my first time making one, and it definitely won’t be...