A Kaleidoscope of Ideas for Families
When I reflect on my boy’s childhood, I honestly feel like I failed at spending quality time with them. Sure, we went on family vacations, I took them to the park and of course we had our annual trips to Knott’s Berry Farm or Disneyland. However, I was so consumed with building my career I honestly missed out on sharing… Read More
Air quality is an important aspect of overall health. While pharmaceuticals work diligently to help minimize allergic reactions, understanding and diminishing triggers in your own environment is key. Drug-free tools can repair and restore allergy sufferers to their unstuffy bliss, so take a look at these four simple ways to diminish the effects of allergies. Change the Air Filter Do… Read More
Just a few days ago, I got to experience Universal Studios Hollywood’s latest attraction, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: The Dark Arts at Hogwarts. From what I can tell, the appearance of the park hadn’t changed all that much and the main event was the light show that took place on Hogwarts castle itself. Walking into the park felt… Read More
Asthma, a chronic disease, is on the rise. As per WHO estimates, 235 million people worldwide suffer from it. In the U.S. alone, around 8.1 percent of the population (in 2017) has been diagnosed. Anything can trigger asthma symptoms — dust, pollen, allergies, and even dander. And the result is not so pleasing; the recurring breathlessness and wheezing can last… Read More
Safety can be an overwhelming topic for parents, especially those who are trying to teach their children about all the dangers that lurk around every corner. Make your safety talk a little more fun by changing the way you address it with your children. Water Safety Image via Flickr by red11group Water safety is one of the first topics you’ll… Read More
If you know me well you know how much I love Knott’s Berry Farm. My husband and I had our first dates there and Knott’s is one of the first theme parks we took our kids too. I honestly love all things Knott’s Berry Farm especially at this time of the year when Knott’s has their annual food-inspired event Knott’s… Read More
I never thought in a million years that I would homeschool my daughter, even though I homeschooled my oldest son from 10th grade to 12th grade. Truth be told, the idea of teaching at a kindergarten level was terrifying. I really didn’t know if I had the time or skill set to make it work. However, after tons of research… Read More
Every year, I notice that a lot of the St. Patrick’s Day drinks are geared toward adults, and they usually contain alcohol. But what if you’re celebrating at home with the kids? Here are seven delicious drink recipes you can whip up in your own kitchen. From healthy shamrock shakes to delicious green smoothies, you’re sure to find a few… Read More
Cupcakes are the perfect dessert, aren’t they? Kids and adults alike love these individually-sized desserts. If you’re looking for a tasty treat, here are seven delicious St. Patrick’s Day cupcake recipes that you can put in the oven to show your Irish pride. Even if you’re not Irish, there’s never a bad time to bake cupcakes! Here’s… Read More