Prom Perfection: Make A Night You’ll Remember Forever
Editor's note: as a parent who hasn't gone through sending children to Prom yet, I feel compelled to say that while of course making memories are important, so is staying out of debt. If you can't pay cash (or better yet, have your teen contribute some dollars) for an...
Easter Fun for All the Family
With the children at home, there are a lot of hours to fill and being imaginative and positive on these long days can be tiring. There are however lots of things that you can get the little ones involved with that will give you some time to sit back and simply have...
Eat Healthy Muffins from Wholesome Cravings
A big focus for Hubby and I lately has been eating healthier. So I was pretty interested when the good folks at Wholesome Cravings contacted me and asked for a review of their baking mixes. These dairy-free, gluten-free mixes have zero grams of trans fats and are high...
Four Ways To Make Things Easier For Your Kids After A Divorce
Unfortunately, divorce is a problem that creates a lot of stress and turmoil, especially for the children involved. While it may be in the best interests of the parents to get a divorce for one reason or another, it still doesn't change the fact that it is extremely...
Monday Give Away Linky, #68
Hello Heroes! I was just looking through the old linky lists, and if I understand correctly, this is the 68th time we've done this dance. Pretty cool, eh? An InLinkz Link-up
Leaving Your Kids In Charge For The First Time: 5 Tips For A Smooth Experience
The idea of allowing your children to stay home alone can cause you to be anxiety ridden, but there are considerations to make and suggestions to take to make the experience smooth for everyone involved. As you make your decision, remember that 12 is the rule of thumb...
Building A Better Student: That’ll Leave a Mark
Even if they never say it aloud, most people hope to leave their mark on the world somehow, to do something that stands out like a beacon that states “I was here.” In a world of seven billion people it might seem like a tough order. That’s why so many people - and...
Summer’s Almost Here: Four Preparation Ideas You Need to Think About
Summer is almost here, and you have to be ready for it. There are four preparation ideas you probably haven't thought about, and it's time to start preparing now. Get the Kids' Toys Ready Your kids are probably looking forward to summer break from school and playing...
Say Cheese: Tips for Taking Family Photos You’ll be Proud to Display
In the age of instant gratification and viral images on the Internet, everyone has probably had the pleasure of seeing disastrous family photos posted on social media sites. It seems to happen on a daily basis; you log on to your favorite social media site and someone...
Hard Work And Responsibility: 4 After School Jobs To Consider For Your Teenager
Teenagers are often eager to earn their own spending money once they reach a certain age. They want to buy clothes, music, food and other items without going through mom and dad. When your teen approaches you about working part-time after school, this is an...