I am always thinking about the next thing I need to do. My brain is like a revolving hamster wheel of things I need to get done today, tomorrow, and most often what I should have done yesterday. I...
Recently, we packed up the two kids – aged four and six months – and headed to Chicago for my aunt’s wedding. If I didn’t love my aunt so much, we would not have even attempted to make this...
The morning of the Costco Mom Hour, my son and I arrived at Costco 15 minutes before 9:00am. I thought this would leave plenty of time to grab a swag bag, which went to the first 100 people. Boy...
One of my favorite holiday traditions with our children is snuggling up on a cold evening, enjoying warm hot chocolate overloaded with marshmallows, and watching a family-friendly Christmas special on TV. This year, however, I also look forward to...
Thoughts from moms about traditions:
Traditions have become a part of our family identity.
They add to the happiness and security of my children.
Some are less connected to holidays and more like routines and ways of life, but still bring a...
Volunteering is a fun and rewarding way to connect with your kids and your community! My family and I try to volunteer when we can throughout the year, but the holidays are always an easy time to volunteer with many opportunities...
We've all been there before: scrambling to get everything (and everyone) ready before our guests arrive, prepping food, adding finishing touches, etc. And the kids? Running wild, because we are busy focused on our hosting duties. Or, let's just...
When my daughter was almost a year old, a well-meaning woman at a birthday party asked me what I do. I told her that I am an attorney.
"So you don't stay home with your daughter?"
"No, I went back to work...
AROUND Collin County
A Roundup of Toy Stores in Collin County
Local toy stores curate some of the best brands and unique products. Oftentimes the quality of toys surpasses what's found in a superstore.
