My ex-wife (and the mother of my son) lives in a different state than my son and I, but we still have a strong and healthy relationship – and we co-parent very well. One of the main reasons we do so is because we collaborate and communicate well. We both know that great communication skills […]
The Best Resort In St. Croix U.S. Virgin Islands: The Buccaneer Review
The U.S. Virgin Islands have always sounded like a tropical paradise to me. Renowned for beautiful beaches, tropical flora and fauna, and amazing snorkeling, I have always wanted to visit the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) so I am excited to tell you, I just got back from my first trip USVI. It is the choice […]
Learning to Like the Child You Love
Today, I am happy to have Leon Scott Baxter, the author of the newly released parenting book, Secrets of Safety-Net Parenting, share with us his parenting tips on how to really connect with your child even when you are very different people. He’s been an elementary school teacher for eighteen years. He says he has always loved […]
Make This Cute Zipper Bracelet
Zippers are big in fashion right now and these fun, DIY zipper bracelets are a great way to jazz up an outfit as well as a fun diy jewelry item to make. I saw this clip on the Home & Family show which airs weekdays at 10 am ET/PT on the Hallmark Channel. DIY expert […]
DIY 4th of July Banner: Easy And Cute Craft
The 4th of July is probably my family’s favorite holiday. Everyone comes together at my parent’s house on the lake for a big celebration filled with friends, family, food, swimming, camp fires, and fireworks. The kids so look forward to it every year and I do too. This year we’re making some extra fun 4th of July […]
George Town, Grand Cayman- Stingray City and Barrier Reef
Recently I went on my first cruise, a western Caribbean Cruise on board the Freedom of the Seas. It was amazing! We had stops in Labadee Haiti, Falmouth in Jamaica, George Town Grand Cayman, and Cozumel, Mexico. In George Town, Grand Cayman, we arranged to do the Stingray City, Barrier Reef, 7 Mile Beach & […]
Cucumber Snacks (Mini Sandwiches, No Bread, Gluten-Free)
We’ve been 100% gluten free in our house now for just over a month after receiving the diagnosis that my middle little has Celiac Disease. It’s really gone well for the most part and we’re not really missing the gluten filled breads and snacks. We’ve been trying to get creative with new things to eat […]