[ad_1] One of my favorite moments of the day is when my cat, Olive, jumps on my lap and starts kneading away, making biscuits on my lap. Cats do a lot of weird yet cute stuff, like hiding in boxes or running away from the vacuum, but nothing beats watching a cat make biscuits. Just […]

[ad_1] It’s become a tradition in our home, like with so many families, to take a photo of our children on the first day of school each year. It’s such an important time and it’s fun to capture the excitement, nerves, and all the other emotions as kids start back to school. I’ve seen some really cute […]

[ad_1] If any of your family’s getaways have been thwarted by unexpected disasters — storms and flooding at your favorite beach, destructive wildfires on your usual hiking trail, dried up lakes and extreme heat that forces you indoors — we have some news: it’s likely because of climate change. As parents raising the children who’ll […]

[ad_1] Basil is one of my favorite fresh herbs. I love the aroma that a basil plant gives to an herb garden, the scent on my hands when I’ve picked some leaves for a recipe, and the flavor that it gives to anything I’m making. Basil is a great addition to sauces, salads, and so much […]

[ad_1] If you’ve ever been on a Disney cruise, you know they’re something special — and if you haven’t, well, you’ve heard the glowing reviews. With all of your favorite characters on board, you can travel in magical style to faraway destinations (and knowing you’re in a kid-friendly environment really helps everyone relax). Now, Disney […]

[ad_1] If you live near the Nashville area and you are looking for some outdoor fun in the sun, Nashville Shores is just the place. It is located on Percy Priest Lake in Hermitage, Tennessee, and it is a popular destination for families and groups looking for a fun day out or a weekend getaway. […]

[ad_1] You’ve seen the surprise “We’re going to Disney!” videos plastered all over your Facebook wall. You’ve heard your child’s not-so-secret birthday wish whisper. You’ve dreamed of being one of those families posing in front of Magic Kingdom in your cutesy coordinated Disney merch. And now you’re determined: You want to take your kids to […]

[ad_1] Blending families is rarely easy. Two pre-existing family units coming together as something all-together new is a task that requires mindfulness, good communication, and even better luck. Like, what happens if you find someone you love but your children and their children just don’t feel the same? Or, worse, what if they despise each […]

[ad_1] It was a Friday at midnight, and I was the only person in my house still awake. I was pacing the living room, taking a break every two minutes (yes, you read that correctly) to urinate. I was fully convinced I had a UTI and was counting down the dark hours until I could […]

[ad_1] Walmart Electric Spin Scrubber If you’ve ever found yourself scrubbing mildew from bathroom tiles with an old electric toothbrush, treat yourself to this lightweight, versatile spin scrubber that multitasks like a mother (literally). With 8 flexible brush heads designed for shower grout, bathroom, and floor tiles, and even car surfaces, this extendable, rechargeable workhorse […]