Have a Fun, No-Stress Winter Birthday Party for Kids at Rinky Dink
We recently had my son's 7th birthday party and it was the best party we have ever thrown for 2 big reasons: Most importantly, because the kids had a blast. I barely had to do anything at all ... Read more
Why I Love Consigning and Shopping at Rhea Lana
Hear ye! Hear ye! MAJOR NEWS! Mark your calendar for March 11-15. Why? It’s the Rhea Lana Spring 2018 Event Raise your hand if kid stuff has taken over your house! (You cannot see it, but... Read more
Toddler Tantrums: Understand, Manage, Prevent
Ah, yes. Toddler tantrums. Does any parent get through these years entirely without them? If so, I'd like to meet you and shower you with gifts and awe. Already at 19 months, my kid has demonstrated a... Read more
A Post-Holiday Open Letter to the Inventors of Elf on the Shelf
Dear Carol Aebersold and Chanda Bell, I’d like to first start off by thanking you for inventing Elf on the Shelf. It’s a wonderful idea and has helped me tremendously. We first introduced our e... Read more
Little Omies: Yoga for Kids in the Greater Cleveland Area
Tis the season for New Year's resolutions and, for a lot of us, getting in better shape is on the list. My son recently asked me if he could exercise with me, which got me thinking about ways you coul... Read more
A Fun New Place for your 'Little Explorer' in North Olmsted
I have always felt that Cleveland has had a lack of indoor playgrounds. Yes, we have bounce-house places like the Jump Yard and Pump it Up. We have the trampoline parks, like Skyzone and Get Air. Wh... Read more
Exploring Cleveland Orchestra's Family-Friendly Concerts at Severance Hall
As I’ve mentioned before, my oldest son is a total music lover. I don’t know any other 4-year-olds who sit quietly through an entire summer Cleveland Orchestra concert. It’s also not uncommon fo... Read more
13 Great Experience Gifts for Kids (That aren't Toys!)
I love Christmas. Really, I love it a lot. I love watching my kids in the Sunday School program, decorating our home, listening to Christmas carols, and giving gifts. But sometimes Christmas leaves me... Read more
14 Quotes on Thankfulness and Gratitude
Thanksgiving is over, however, being thankful and showing gratitude should be done all year long! With the holiday season approaching, it’s a great time to stop and think about what we’re grateful... Read more
On the Town Survival Guide: Holiday Events
'Tis the season for lots of holiday events around town. How do you know which one(s) to choose? And how do you maximize your fun and minimize your stress while you're there? In my latest "On the Town ... Read more
