Author Archive: Ashley B
Ashley is a Writer, Stay at Home mother of 4, not to busy to take time to slow down and smell the flowers. I also teach a Mommy and Me Dance Class to share my love of dance.
Elementary School Graduation: Making it Memorable
As I’m finding out with my own pre-teen, the move from elementary to middle school is an enormous milestone. My graduating fifth grader is going from being one of the big kids on campus to a low man on the totem pole… it’s one of his first steps on the bridge that links childhood and […]
Choosing the Right Summer Camp
As summer rapidly approaches, it’s time to consider activities to keep the kids busy and entertained while school is out. While they’ve certainly earned some time to rest and relax over the summer, it’s important that they stay active and avoid spending too much time vegging in front of the TV or computer. At some […]
TIME Magazine and The Mommy Wars
Happy Mother’s Day! By now you probably have heard about the new article by Time Magazine if not here is a recap. With the recent issue of TIME Magazine hitting newsstands this week and inciting a variety of responses from bloggers and Internet news sites, chances are, you’ve seen the provocative cover of a mom […]
Outdoor Ideas for Hot-Weather Fun
I know that for a few weeks now, my kids have been complaining that it’s too hot to play outside. It might not be quite as hot where you are, but chances are, the temps will be rising pretty quickly over the next few weeks and months. If you feel like getting your kids to […]
Inspiring Kids to Do Chores
My kids do chores, but I’ll admit it: They’re not always happy about it. It’s a matter of habit for my son to unload the dishwasher, for my daughter to take out the recycling and for each of them to take turns cleaning their bathroom and taking care of the kitty’s litter box, but they […]
Best Baby Shower Gifts
While babies are born all year long, it seems to me like there’s an increase in baby shower invitations through the spring and summer. I’m expecting a new nephew in August and two moms in my circle of friends are expecting little girls the same month, so I’ve been keeping my eyes open for useful […]
How to Make Shopping Less Tortuous for Kids
I try to avoid shopping with my kids, because I know that they find it boring, unless we’re shopping for toys. Sometimes, though, it’s inevitable. Fortunately for me, my kids are old enough to behave themselves in public, even when they’re bored (well, most of the time). I do remember well, however, the days when […]
Kids & Sports: What to Watch Out For
Recently, we talked about the benefits of kids participating in sports. Regular exercise is important for physical, emotional and social health, and taking part in a team or individual sport provides opportunity for exercise. Although the benefits of sports usually outweigh the drawbacks, there are some considerations that you should keep in mind in order […]
Gifts For Mothers’ Day
All right, moms, your day is coming up soon! This year, Mothers’ Day is observed on May 13, and your kids will be falling all over themselves making you handprint cards, giving you flowers and serving you breakfast in bed. While it’s likely that your child’s teacher or your partner will assist young ones with […]
$30 SUBWAY FLASH GIVEAWAY
Summer is almost here and if you are trying to save up and stock up on gift cards to keep the kids busy like we are then we would love for you to enter this new giveaway! For the next few days we have Subway Gift Card Giveaway just for you! Subway has lots of […]
