Akron Zoo Scavenger Hunt
Summer is in finally in full swing. Are your kids bored yet? Are you running out of ideas for things to do? Summer is the perfect time to get out and enjoy the zoo! We are members of the Akron ... Read more
Save Money through Reciprocal Zoo and Museum Memberships
Does your family like to visit zoos? How about museums or science centers? Our family loves going to the zoo, but for a family of 6, the costs add up quickly. That's why we have had a membership at th... Read more
To My Daughter who has Red Hair
Daughter, you are one year old now and people have started to comment on your hair. It is the color of orange sherbet—strawberry blonde, in the parlance—but most people will call it “red.” ... Read more
Decompressing Over the Summer by Filling up My Calendar
Summertime is traditionally a time to slow down and enjoy lazy days, but I am filling my summer with fun things because summertime (and year-round really) should be about doing the things you love wit... Read more
I’m Afraid to Travel with My Kids
My husband and I traveled a lot before having kids. We loved visiting new places but also going back to our favorite spots. On our list of travels is San Francisco, Indianapolis, Napa Valley, Las Vega... Read more
On the Town Survival Guide: Fairs and Festivals
My “On the Town Survival Guides” are designed to help maximize your fun and minimize your stress while you’re out and about with your kids. I’ve tackled everything from fine dining to Cedar Po... Read more
How to Find Your Child's New Favorite Book
One of the greatest delights of parenting a 4-year old has been letting him independently browse in the Beachwood Branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library. Children's nonfiction is just two stack... Read more
A Family Guide to the Ultimate Cleveland Staycation
Last month, I sent my wife and two older kids on an adventure to New York City for spring break, while I took off a couple days from work to hang out with our younger two2 kids. Instead of sitting aro... Read more
A Parent's Review of the Acme Grocery Pick-Up Service
Last week, my husband was in England for business and our meals were down to canned tuna fish and soups I had stashed away in our basement deep freezer. I only go food shopping twice a month and I a... Read more
Why I'm Giving My Kids the Chance to be Bored This Summer
As we finish up the last few weeks of school, our thoughts are swirling with what we will do all summer. Moms chat with each other about all the summer programs that are available. Sports clinics, sle... Read more
