It was recently Universal Letter Writing week, which had me wondering:
Does anyone still take actual pen to paper?
So I did what any tech dependent would, I posted my question on Facebook:
Anyone out there have a Pen Pal?
It turns out,...
It was a Wednesday afternoon when I got the phone call from my dad. My mom had a massive heart attack at Niagra Falls, a thousand miles from their home.
My parents planned their trip for months and Niagra Falls...
Mothers everywhere may read the title and immediately gasp internally - or externally even.
How could any mom fall out of love with their firstborn?
Well, you see, before I gave birth to my daughter, Mackenzie, I had my first "babies" -...
As a parent trying to keep children entertained yet make sure they are well taken care of, sometimes it’s all just overwhelming. What school should I sent my child to? How do I start saving for college? Where are the...
I’ve always assumed that any child of mine would need glasses. I come from a long line of people with “bad” eyesight. Add in the amount of time I spend on a computer or reading, and my prescription has...
Nearly five years ago, we moved into my parents' basement after the recession and job loss left us struggling to make ends meet. Two years ago, we felt we maybe had a good enough handle on our finances to start...
Working outside of the home can be a difficult balance that creates stress, tension and a feeling of not being able to do anything fully and completely. But, intentionally bringing joy to the workplace is one way to make...
When I moved to Columbia from sunny south Florida eight years ago, I’m not going to lie, I sort of arrived kicking and screaming. I loved my hometown, and in my mind the South seemed like a “whomp-whomp” place to...
Have you noticed bright, yellow scarves this week? It's not in support of a sports team - schools, organizations and individuals across the nation are gearing up to celebrate education options.
It's National School Choice Week.
In education, one size doesn't fit all....
Kids need a LOT of stuff. There's just no getting around it.
Diapers, wipes, formula, burp cloths, blankets, pull-ups, car seats, booster seats, clothes, food, toys, shoes, bedroom furniture . . . I could go on and on. But the...
Part of my New Year's resolution was to come out of my comfort zone and write about things that make me feel a little bit uneasy. I've got a story to tell that's hard for me to share, but...
Dear Child of Mine,
I need to let you in on a little secret.
Folks who send thank you cards tend to receive more presents.
How do I know? I watched and listened when I was your age. Your Grandma and Grandpa...
It doesn't matter if you’ve never been pregnant, if your youngest child is 19 years old, or if you don’t even want kids – you should be wearing maternity clothes.
Now before you dismiss me, hear me out.
The holidays are over...
There are tons of labels for moms these days: fit mom, crunchy mom, helicopter mom, the list goes on. I already settled into my role as a fit mom, if for no other reason than I love health and...
In + Around Columbia
Let’s Hit the Trails :: Top 10 Kid-Friendly Hiking Spots Around...
The Midlands is home to a surprising number of family-friendly hiking trails. This fun, inexpensive, and educational hobby is a great way to wear...
