This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, INC. and The Coca-Cola Company, all opinions are mine alone. #ChickenCoToGo #CollectiveBias I lived in many cities in my adult life. From large cities like New Orleans to small towns like Warsaw – Indiana, not Poland – I’ve experienced my fair share of living across these great… Read More Family Fun Time: My Cincinnati Family Favorites
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc., Pfizer, GSK Consumer Health and i-Health, Inc. All opinions are mine alone. #DigestTheSavings #CollectiveBias The Big 4-0. That’s a significant milestone. With American life expectancy at 78, I am officially middle aged. Wow. But I feel great. I am more confident in my choices and in… Read More Turning 40: 5 Things That Have Become My New Normal
Easy Homemade Meals: Tortellini Pick up a package of pre-made tortellini from your favorite grocery. Add whatever green veggie you like – we usually add broccoli or spinach. Get the steam in the bag version and cook your veggies in the microwave while you’re boiling the pasta. If you’re feeling really fancy pull out your… Read More 10 Quick and Easy Homemade Meals for Dinner
This 2016 Presidential Election was highly emotional for our family. Olivia and Alexandra were both very interested and involved in the progress of the presidential election. Olivia had a school project following both candidates, their platforms and policies, and even analyzing the debates. Alexandra was studying US History at the time, and the structure of… Read More 5 Ways Parents Can Help Children Manage Emotions
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and LISTERINE. All opinions are mine alone. #BackToBold #CollectiveBias To My College Bound Son: I cannot believe that you will soon be headed off to college. From the time you came into my life, I have been preparing you for this day. What I failed to… Read More A Love Letter To My College Bound Son
Growing up I was often considered a gifted and talented kid. I excelled in math and science. I won my school spelling bee two years in a row. I received the Presidential Physical Fitness award at the highest level. I was first chair flute in band. I was even permitted to join the choir a year early based… Read More Multiple Intelligences: How Is Your Child Smart?
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As a sports mom, there is a warring combination of pride and terror you feel inside every time your athlete steps up to the line or on the court. Especially if your athlete is your daughter. There is an added level of stress and scrutiny placed upon female athletes. No matter how much you wish… Read More 3 Type of Songs Needed On a Female Athlete Playlist
Mornings are a bit crazy in my home. While Harold and Alexandra are early risers, Olivia and I are not the most functional when we awake. And even though Alexandra gets up bright eyed and bushy tailed, staging a battle between her Captain America and Wonder Woman action figures is more interesting than getting dressed and… Read More Grab & Go Breakfast Items You Can Make At Home
When you stay on the go like we do in our family, it is vitally important to have a system for keeping activities and events organized. Intentional Schedule and Activity Management helps me get more done in less time. It’s one of the four components to Strategic Family Management. And from basketball games to dance performances, from speaking… Read More How To Plan Your Month In One Hour Or Less
