By summertime at our house, we always had too many toys. Between birthdays, Christmas, and maybe a few random purchases, the toy box overflowed. What to do? Here’s the method we used. To start out with, designate a special area to … Continue reading →
It’s summertime, summertime, sum, sum, summertime here in New England and kids can’t wait to shut their books and head outside! With the prolonged winter storm closings this year, summer vacation got a late start. Growing up here, always meant a short … Continue reading →
My friend Tricia and her family–husband Andy, children Julia, Nathan, and (twins) Ella and Ben–have gardened for three summers now. Earlier this year Julia and Nathan picked fresh strawberries to take to their teachers–wish I had a picture of that! … Continue reading →
I know, I know. You’re thinking If it were easy to be a fun parent, we’d all do it. True. But what’s not to love about something that’s fun and totally free? As those summer days start to drag, these boredom busters … Continue reading →
How do we teach our children to think outside themselves in a world that tries to cater to their every self-indulgent wants and needs? What is the typical response of most children when you ask them to do their chores … Continue reading →
So, after reading yesterday’s post, I wonder if you’ve figured out what type of adult you might be to the children in your life? Are you the type that avoids interaction with children, or the type that really sees them? … Continue reading →