It’s almost 5 o’clock, which means my husband will be home from work soon, the baby is about to start her witching hour, and our 4-year-old will suddenly act like he hasn’t been fed all day. Oh, and in...
It's about time to start decking the halls - as they say, it's the most wonderful time of the year. While that may be true in most regards, it probably isn't true if you are a runner. Between the...
Mark your calendars, mamas! Nov. 30 is Small Business Saturday this year, and I'm here to give you all the tips for shopping small.
Small Business Saturday was created in 2010 by American Express with the goal of encouraging the...
Let me start by saying Thanksgiving dinner is my jam! I love everything about it. From the potatoes three ways and corn casserole to the stuffing and green beans and, of course, that amazing bird,
I love Thanksgiving dinner!
I even...
This is one of my favorite times of the year! Pumpkin patch visiting, hot or frozen cider sipping, leaves falling... all the fall fun! This is a season where I generally do a ton of activities with the kiddos...
I have been a professional wedding and family photographer for over 10 years. Needless to say, I've seen it all when it comes to photo sessions. From kids who just look me straight in the eyes repeatedly screaming "NO!!!"...
There are a few things I keep on hand to keep my family ready for any adventure. Let these ‘on-the-go mom hacks’ help you in your daily mom life.
Place for Stickers
Stickers will find your child; at the grocery, library,...
Sharing the silver screen with children can be fun and frustrating. I enjoy seeing movies in theatres and I enjoy sharing those movies with my kids. Try some of these tips as part of your toolbox for a pleasant...
School is back in session, which means so are Fall sports. By this time every year, my calendar is overflowing with practices and games. Our Saturdays will be booked from here until Winter, and even after, with cheering and...
Oh man. I'm in trouble. This summer has been one of anything BUT a consistent schedule. Bedtimes have ranged from 8pm to almost 10pm for the kids. Random play dates and visits to Costco. Unscheduled meet-ups with friends and...
Ahh yes. Some people thrive on spring cleaning. Others wait until after Christmas (or even before) to do the purge of all purges. I, myself, find that with each changing season, I get a major 'ants in my pants'...
"I just love interviews! Those twenty minutes I spend trying to convince a complete stranger to hire me are just so exhilarating!" - said no one ever.
One thing is certain, pretty much all of us have, at some point...
Let me paint an idyllic picture: a warm summer night with fireflies flickering, enjoying a glass of wine on the patio, kids running giddily through the lawn. What's NOT included? Cooking dinner. Cleaning up dinner. Washing dishes. Scrubbing pans....
Paper is one of the most recycled products by weight in the US; more than glass, plastic, steel and aluminum combined, according to Paper Recycles.
If you have budding artists like me, material appropriate for mark-making is always a hot...
In + Around Dayton
Summer Camps
Check out these amazing local offerings to keep your kiddos busy (and happy!) this summer.
