By Kat Armstrong As we gear up for baby number 2 (or may be settling in by the time you read this post!), I’ve been trying to take stock of life, myself and keep looking for ways to feel better. I work full time, I freelance, I blog, I have a toddler, and I have a husband who, in the last year has moved into a great job….working graveyard. So, I’ve got a lot on the go. Oh, and plus, there’s the baby weight, summer swelling and discomfort and the lack of sleep. So, instead of focusing on …
Surviving a Road Trip with Kids
When I was growing up, summer meant at least one road trip with my family. We lived 2.5 hours from the nearest airport and so most of our vacations involved a lot of driving and with five kids in the car, it was always an adventure. In retrospect, I mean. Now that we live several hours away from both sets of grandparents, road trips have become a way of life. I thought I’d share some of what I’ve learned about surviving a road trip with kids. You can survive – you might even like it – so …
10 Must Haves for Travel with Newborns
When two became three a year and a half ago, we really had to think about what items we packed for our month long travels. Travel with newborns can be easy as long as you have the right gear. We covered 15 cities in 6 countries during the little one’s first year! Here’s some of my must haves for travelling during those early months. 1. Infant travel bed – The best thing when hotels do not have cribs available or when visiting family. This contraption fits comfortably …
How to Start Seedlings Indoors
Spring is finally here and for many of us, we are excited for warmer weather, BBQ’s, and lots of backyard time. For me, one thing that makes my backyard extra special is our vegetable garden. It’s a fun project that runs from spring all the way to the end of summer and the kids enjoy being involved. My kids love everything about it—from choosing the seeds we will be planting, planting the seeds, watching the plants grow, to harvesting and eating the vegetables. Having them take part in the …
Top Ten Teacher Gifts…Naughty and Nice
By Lisa Thornbury Other than an early retirement and a class size of eight, what do teachers really desire this holiday season? Here are ten gifts that top both the Ho-Ho and No-No lists: 1. No-No – Chocolates. We lady teachers have an image to uphold; an image which does not include stretchy polyester pants. If you bestow a box of Purdy’s upon us, we WILL eat them. Teachers are voracious. If you want to witness this firsthand, check out the staff room on “Snack Day.” The …
