By: Sandra Churchill A wonderful Family Circus cartoon has been pasted on our fridge for years. It shows young Dolly—the bossy and spirited daughter—packed with her totebag and standing proudly in front of her mama, announcing “I’m ready in case we’re goin’ anywhere!” This prep-in-advance energetic attitude sums up the flexible-travel attitude at our house. … More Packing Well
By: Martianne Stanger Every year around this time, my children and I enjoy a phenomenon that New Englanders have marveled at for centuries – the annual herring migration. When we see birds flocking to Oliver Mill Park off Route 44 in Middleboro, we know that the herring are running. So, we make an impromptu stop … More The Herring Are Running! The Herring Are Running!
By: Sandy Churchill For avid readers, few delights rival those of a glossy, hard-cover treasure, tightly-bound, its feathery pages still smelling faintly of fresh ink… The pleasures of a good story are multiplied when that story is shared—be it an intriguing mystery, compelling drama, or sci-fi adventure. In our family, where bookcases reside in nearly … More The Joy of Reading—Aloud
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill “Mama, can we have a dance party in the kitchen? Why not? It’s Tuesday, it’s dinner time, why not have a dance about it? Dancing in the kitchen has become a ritual. Dancing in the car has become commonplace. (We often get looks from other drivers as we are all belting … More Dancing in the Kitchen …
By: Martianne Stanger April showers? Bring them on! We have had our fill of cold and snow. We are ready for the rain! That’s right. Rain. Not only does our family enjoy many activities for all ages when warm, refreshing rains fall, but we also love the mud! Each spring and summer, my children become … More April Showers Bring… Mud Kitchen Fun!
By: Kristen Clifford We’ve recently hit the winter slump. You know that time in the winter, where you and your kids are bored and ready for the warm weather to come.My husband and I decided we needed to find somewhere new to take the kids. I did some Googling and found a place in Pembroke … More Jungle Jake’s
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill “Mama, you can only call me Captain Hook or Captain America.” The days that I get to spend with the boys are always eventful. My 4-year-old son Jameson is quite the creative thinker. I loves role-playing and involves family, friends, and anyone else he deems fit. We frequently play Superheroes, where … More Playing With My Boys
By: Sandra L. Churchill Blinded by glistening snow-glare that is streaming through my front windows, I am confronted by mixed emotions—chilled by another 20-degree day with winds kicking up frozen swirls of newly-fallen snow, but grateful for the warmth of the winter-bright sun. As New-Englanders, we are blessed with four robust and lively seasons—yet sometimes … More Cherishing the Seasons—All Good Gifts
By: Martianne Stanger “Who wants to hear about their greatness,” I ask as I glance down at the clock-radio, take a deep breath, and turn the ignition key. “Me! Me! Me!” A surge of eager voices spills forward from the back of the van, washing away the woes of the moments before we hit the … More Celebrating Greatness
By: Tanya Pimental Our family recently discovered a new fun spot: Yardley Wood Rink. Located next to the Center School on Depot Street in Easton, it is definitely worth checking out this winter! My hockey-loving little man was pretty excited to have fun on the ice. I have driven past the location before, but I … More Yardley Wood Rink
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