School's finally out, and it's only a matter of time before the first "I'm BORED!" comes out of a child's mouth. My children hold the record for two hours into the first day of summer before the dreaded statement...
I have fond memories of my dad growing up, and fortunately, he's still around to be a part of my children's lives. Each year we loved honoring him and making a big deal about Father's Day. I wish the...
Our favorite Father's Day tradition actually began at Christmas. Cards for all holidays were a big deal for my husband's family, and Christmas was no exception. I grew accustomed to giving and receiving cards for all the holidays, and...
Nothing says more about a person than his or her table manners, and there is no better place — or possibly worse place — to make an impression than at the table. Whether meeting your spouse's boss for the...
There's just something special about getting a handcrafted Mother's Day present from your child or grandchild, isn't there? If you are absolutely stumped on what to give the grandmas that really will make them smile (or if you're a...
People usually look at me like I’m crazy when I suggest they do it. But for those brave enough to try it, Screen-Free Week is a fun way to reframe your relationship with screens as a family. Add in...
Publix is where it's at in terms of one-stop shopping for the family. From diapers to deli meat, they've got me covered. (Target, what? Yeah, I said it.) And don't even get me started on the personal care and...
Well, here we are. One of the internet's most controversial women — none other than Rachel Hollis herself — has stepped in it, yet again.
Hollis decided to take to her social media accounts to publish a one-minute rant, in...
We weren’t really sure what to expect when we decided to put our house on the market. After all, we are in the middle of a pandemic and some people are in different financial positions than they were before...
With social distancing and travel restrictions in place, this year has been a challenge in keeping friendships afloat. I always joked that I was not someone who likes hugs (and I know I’m not alone), but during a year...
A long time ago, when I was in middle school, my parents made the life-changing decision to gift my little sister and I a Florida 4-Year College Plan. Being fiscally-minded, my parents wanted to send both my sister and...
Whether you are like me and simply don't remember to grab Easter egg dye, or you want to do something a little different with your eggs this holiday, here are a few cute ways to decorate eggs using items...