list of ways to celebrate “read across america day” on march 2nd

Dr Seuss Read Across America

Read Across America Day is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for everyone to celebrate reading on March 2, the birthday of beloved children’s author, Dr. Seuss. Here is a list of activities to bring reading excitement to children of… Read More

list of free local activities and things to do with your family

at the nursing home

* This post has been contributed by Annie Young. Do you and your family have any plans this weekend? Want to get out of the house and do something different, but don’t want to break the bank doing it? There are tons of… Read More

list of online tools that make traveling abroad easier

My children on our balcony in Monte di Procida

For those of you who may not know, my family packed up our clothing and my laptop (and a few other supplies) and flew to Naples, Italy at the beginning of November.  We spent 3 months in a house by the Mediterranean Sea,… Read More

list of ways to celebrate february as national dental health month

February is dental health month

Everyone should brush their teeth, right? Help your family learn more about the importance of good oral health and develop positive attitudes about consistent dental habits. A healthy mouth is part of a healthy body. Embrace this daily practice and find ways to… Read More

list of ways to instill a generous nature in your children

Children volunteering

As parents, we know how egocentric our children can be at times. Do you feel that when holidays and birthdays roll around, all your children talk about is getting presents? Does “I want this..” and “me, me, me” seem to be a too-often… Read More

list of good things to buy at a dollar store

Dollar Store finds

The moment my children get a dollar bill in their Valentine’s Day card from their great grandmother, they start fantasizing about going to the dollar store and “picking out anything they want”. In the eyes of a child having a store where no… Read More

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Happy Valentine's Day!

In the midst of letting your friends and family know how much you love them, be sure to take some time for yourself today. Make a cup of coffee or tea, sit in your favorite armchair, and relax. Better yet, curl up with… Read More

list of valentine’s day games for the young at heart

Valentine's Day Fun

What child doesn’t LOVE games? Give your children a Valentine’s Day they will remember by playing a few of these Heart Day games. It’s a great way to really show them how much you love them! Who’s Your Match? Divide your family into… Read More

list of steps for creating a home or business finance binder

build your budget

Setting up a finance control center in your home or office is a terrific strategy for staying on top of your family or business finances.  It should not be only a record of what is spent, but it should include your calculations for… Read More

list of ways you can save when you pack a lunch

packing lunch

With another one of my children starting Kindergarten this year, the money I shell out packing lunches has once again increased. Packing lunches for three (yes, I still pack a lunch for my husband!) can really add up if I am not careful…. Read More