Pajama parties have been the highlight of many a school girl’s adolescence. While some people think those type of parties have gone out of style, that is far from the case. Both kids and adults can still have a great time if the right type of activities are planned. No Cell Phones The first thing…

Every person wears several hats. You may be a son/daughter, sister/brother, wife/husband, artist, teammate, athlete, teacher, friend, confidante and a parent. For many of us, being a parent becomes an all-consuming role and we tend to put ourselves aside, devoting much, if not all, of our time to raising and caring for our children. You…

With today’s throwaway mentality, many marriages don’t stand a chance. People often lose sight of the essentials that are needed to keep a marriage strong and thriving. In addition to taking care of the kids, the parents must also remember to take care of one another. A marriage won’t survive unless the couple remembers the…

Daughters grow up fast and many times, dads tend to miss out on some of the best moments. It’s important to make time while they are young and their schedules aren’t so full. Dads and daughters can share many different experiences that will allow them to grow closer and create lifelong memories. The following are…

Choosing to get a family dog is a big decision. Deciding on a breed is only the first of many things that must be considered. Dogs come in every shape, size and temperament. Some are cuddlers, while others want to be pampered and left to their own devices. There are a few things you need to…

One of the best ways to save family memories and create new traditions is to make a family treasure book. It can be small and quaint or large like a scrapbook that is made to hold fond memories and unique family traditions. Collecting these items and including them in a book is the safest way…

One of the best things about being outside after dark is looking up and seeing the stars. There is a virtual storybook in the sky for anyone who is interested enough and will take the time to explore the constellations and what they mean. It is a great way to spend bonding time with your…

Parenting is not taught in a classroom, and sadly, our parent’s manual is out of date. With that said, each new generation is a new breed of child, so it is up to us to forge away, and hopefully, not keep repeating the same mistakes over and over again. Everyone tends to get frustrated and…

The end of summer can be traumatizing for kids. Heading back to school is the signal that the days of playing outside and staying up late are truly things of the past, at least until next year. The kids are going to try anything and everything in their arsenal of tricks to stay up past…