Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time of year to take a family camping trip. Even if you aren’t an expert camper, these 8 tips and tricks will get you through your trip like a seasoned pro. Camping is fun for the whole family. It teaches kids self-sufficiency and encourages families to spend time Read the rest of this entry »

May is here, and with it, comes barbecue season! Breaking out the grill is my favorite way to cook. It’s the perfect way to keep the house cool while you whip up some awesome sweet and savory dishes that are full of flavor. Here are some of my favorite recipes for the grill. I hope Read the rest of this entry »

Easter’s almost here and the aisles at every grocery store are lined with chocolate bunnies and candy eggs. But candy isn’t the only way to deck out your kids’ baskets. Here are some other ideas to spice up the Easter treats. A New Container Instead of sticking to the same old, lame old baskets each Read the rest of this entry »

It’s that time of year again. The chill is starting to leave the air and we’re getting a little more sunlight each day. But with spring also comes the annual ritual of spring-cleaning. It may not seem like the most fun way to spend a weekend, but researchers have shown that spring-cleaning can have a Read the rest of this entry »

I think by and large most of us are on a mission to be as productive as possible both at work and at home each day, but time catches up with even the best of us. I often find myself looking for ways to be more efficient and more productive. And with the February, the Read the rest of this entry »

It’s the New Year, and it’s time for a new you, right? Not according to most statistics. In fact, reportedly 73% of people who make resolutions fail on them most of the time. But there is a solution! You can get ahead of the pack by following these quick tips on how to have the Read the rest of this entry »

Woo-wee! It’s blustery out there! But with these quick tips, you’ll be sure to stay warm all through the day (and night)! Use The Fan It may seem counterintuitive, but using the fan when it’s cold outside will actually help circulate the warm air, as it rises. Bake Something Using the oven will help heat Read the rest of this entry »

Don’t you just love Thanksgiving? It’s the real beginning of the holiday season and it’s such a great time to get family members together and remember what’s truly important in life. One of my favorite parts about November and Thanksgiving is the focus on gratitude. I love how teachers are showing their students how important Read the rest of this entry »

It’s October and the aisles at the grocery store have been packed with Halloween candy since the end of August. Everywhere you look there’s variety packs, chocolate pumpkins and scary delicious treats. But candy isn’t the only thrilling goodies available this time of year; your local farmer’s markets also offer a bounty of healthy and Read the rest of this entry »

It’s Back To School time! And with the great return of homework assignments and after school activities comes a hustle and bustle that makes it all to easy to get off-track with having healthy, family-centered meals. That’s why I’ve put together this quick collection of Back-To-School breakfasts, snacks and dinners that’ll put a smile on Read the rest of this entry »