Tag: family

Organizing the Family’s Finances

So, you’ve organized your closet. And your basement storage area. Maybe even your pantry. Is it time to organize your finances? The idea for getting...

Tips and Tricks for Better Sleep

When I was a kid, I could sleep anywhere. On sofas. In cars. On planes. In sleeping bags. Anywhere. These days? Not. So. Much. Since my...

Tips and Tricks To Simplify Your Life

Do you ever dream of simpler times? I don’t know how it happened. We have dishwashers, washing machines, smart phones, robotic vacuums, wash-and-wear clothes, air...

Autism: Wonderful Humans, Wired Differently

Our teenage son still enjoys watching Peppa Pig. He still jumps up from the breakfast table to watch the garbage truck. He sometimes watches...

Mom Tips on How To Clean Like a Pro!

I have a friend who loves to clean. She loves to wash dishes, to do laundry and especially to sweep the floor. Once, she...

Fun Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day

A few years back, two friends and I met on St. Patrick’s Day for a green beer at a local Irish pub. I’ve known...

A Family Guide to National Parks

How many National Parks have you visited? These 63 patches of land are some of America’s greatest treasures, housing everything from waterfalls to geysers,...

Big Cities; Big Fun!

Culture and sports and food, oh my! If you're looking for bright lights and endless activities, a big city is the place to visit....

Family Train Travel: Chugga Chugga, Fun Fun!!

Have you ever taken a train trip? Clickity clack, clickity clack. Train travel is a little bit old school and a whole lot of...

Decluttering: Taking on the Monster

  If you have no clutter in your life, move along — this post is not for you. (Well, perhaps you could leave us your...