By: Tanya Pimental It cannot be true that it is already August. I am in complete denial that I have a pile of back-to-school clothes sitting on my dresser. There is still so much fun to be had, but the days are dwindling. It was tough for school to go so late this year. We … More Shortest Summer Ever
By: Martianne Stanger Where can you touch lobsters, crabs, sea stars, and more; discover how animals use shape, size, and color to adapt; solve problems like an engineer; and learn about the hazards and helpers of migratory birds? If you are a kid on or near Cape Cod this August, you can do so for … More Want to Be a Canal Kid?
By: Anne Marie Holloway Here is a letter I wrote to one of our favorite seasons! I think all you parents will relate! Happy July to all!! ——- Dearest Summer, You are here… I have spent weeks – maybe even months – preparing for you… You have given me my to-do list and I think … More Dearest Summer…
By: Tanya Pimental It’s hard to believe today is our last day school. Usually we have a week or so between the end of the school routine, before heading off to the Cape Cod for some vacation time. Each year we spend the week of July Fourth exploring all our Cape Cod favorites and the … More Cape Bound
By: Martianne Stanger Moms everywhere attempt to balance budget, time, and convenience while feeding their families as well as they can. Kristin’s recent posts on “Kale Chips” and “Creating Healthy Eating Habits” and Kris’ on “Eat Your Veggies” attest to that. My personal daily experience does too. Straight through Autumn, many of our family meals … More Eating Al Fresco Right Into Autumn
By: Abby Keane We’ve been spending quite a bit of time at the beach this summer, and have done a fairly good job of perfecting our list of necessary supplies for the beach. A Shelter of Some Sort – We use a three-sided tent purchased at the Christmas Tree Shops. Not only is it important … More Beach Necessities
By: Sheila Gaudet For me, summertime means water. I was fortunate enough to grow up in a town that sits on the shore of Lake Ontario and is divided by a river big enough to handle decent sized ships. My family also had a summer cottage on a nearby bay so fishing, water-skiing, swimming, and … More Water Safety Tips
By: Jessica DiRamio My family and I just returned from a fun-filled trip to Maine – and I’m just busting at the seams to tell everyone I know about a place that I fell in love with, but had never been to before! Our vacation started with a night on the Portland Waterfront. My husband … More Our Trip to Maine!
By: Martianne Stanger What does summertime and sensory awareness add up to? Opportunities for a host of fun activities to enjoy with your kiddoes over the next couple months! At least, in my opinion, it does. As regular readers might know, I have a “sensory kid.” Dealing with sensory issues comes with a fair share … More 6 Ideas for Sensory Fun This Summer
By: Sheila Gaudet When I was growing up, my parents owned their own business so there was never a question about the ability to have a job. I think my dad counted the day until I could get my “working papers” more than my driver’s license, or high school graduation. With a minimum wage of … More Summertime Blues for Teens
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