Dear Boys,
I have to write this letter. By not putting these thoughts on paper, and asking you to slowly read them, I’d be doing you, as well as all the young women you will ever meet, a disservice. Yes,...
A few long, short months ago, I was an anxious parent sending her oldest son off to kindergarten for the first time, desperately hoping I was prepared enough to do so. In the months that followed, I learned just...
I used to be the mom whose children never left the house unless the outfit they were wearing was stain-free and perfectly matched.
Keyword ... USED TO BE.
I grew tired of fighting with them...
"No, the purple polka dot unicorn shirt...
As the end of the school year approaches, so does a special week that honors our children's teachers - Teacher Appreciation Week. As a teacher and a parent, this week of celebration and recognition has always been close to...
I admit it. I used to be a yeller. One of those moms who yelled at her kids all the time when they didn't listen or did something wrong.
I'm not proud of it and I hate that it used...
Do you ever wonder what life will look like when your children are grown and out on their own? If your life currently revolves around diapers and play dates, I’m guessing the answer is “no.” You’re too busy just...
My son was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) when he was in kindergarten. Looking back, I wish I would have explored other holistic routes first rather than choosing medication. As a young, 20-year-old parent, I did exactly what...
Dear Parent,
The candles, chocolate, and coffee mugs for Christmas are all wonderful, but let me be real for the three minutes it will take you to read this letter. They are not what I want as a teacher. I...
Some days I did not think I would survive my child maturing.
Now, though, looking back on it, my teenager who will soon be heading off to college has not turned out so bad. Even though our Caroline does well in...
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Thinking ahead? Planning your summer? No more school!!
Moms… don't panic just...
I love a house that looks and smells clean. When I only had one child I couldn't rest at night in my apartment if I had a dirty dish in my sink. You see, I am the oldest of four...
We are THRILLED to partner with the Columbia Children's Theatre again to bring you a very special, family-friendly, holiday-themed opening night event for the production of Jingle Arrgh the Way!
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New to South Carolina, Athena In-Home Tutoring of Columbia, is part of...
The idea of filling my closet with a carefully selected group of clothes that I can mix and match has always appealed to me. Maybe it's because I hate clothes shopping, maybe it's due to the fact that I...
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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...
