Tag: summer
Getting Outside: Even When You REALLY Don’t Want To
We’ve all seen the articles circulating social media, telling us how important time spent outdoors is for children and families. That children are spending...
Only Four More Summers
In just a matter of a few days. I will be in the seventh layer of hell known as back to school. My family will...
The Summer Checklist
How’s the checklist going, mama? You know the one. It keeps you up at night with “should have’s” “why didn’t I?” and “we forgot.”...
Hey Kids, Boredom is a Gift. Love, Mom
A mere four and a half days in to summer break, I heard the not so faint sounds of bickering and whining. Bold statements...
Summer Schedule… Or Not?
Ahhh summer. No more alarms set for early school hours, packing lunches, and rushing to get to school on time. For students and teachers...
Put the Dang Swimsuit On
There is no time like swimsuit season to hand you a swift dose of reality when it comes to self confidence. It’s enough to...
6 Ways to Save on Summer Vacation
Work hard, play hard. That’s the spirit behind any great vacation, right? It’s true you deserve to reap the benefits of your hard work,...
Summer Goals
The countdown is on! 7 ½ days! That’s it! And no…I’m not referring to the upcoming Royal Wedding (although I’m counting down to that...
Reminders to Stay Safe and Healthy This Summer
Summer is almost here, which means lots of new fun. It's a great time to refresh your memory on safety precautions to take as...
The Best Summer Ever is at Y Day Camps
Summer day camp at the YMCA of Greater Kansas City provides kids with adventures, healthy fun, personal growth and friendships that can take...
2018 Kansas City Summer Camp Guide
It might not feel like summer yet, but the summer planning has begun! Registrations are open for summer camps and activities and filling up...
Summer Swim Saved My Life
OK. So, summer swim didn’t REALLY save my life... but it definitely saved my summer!
Since becoming a mom, I’ve had a love/hate relationship with...
10 Tips for Cruising with a Toddler
Last winter, my family celebrated Christmas and rang in the New Year aboard a 10-night, Caribbean cruise. Cruising is a great vacation option with...
Carnival Survival Guide for Parents
Summer is (almost) here and carnies are descending upon Kansas and Missouri like ants to a picnic. If you’re like me, you know the...
Book-Themed Summer Staycation Ideas
Does anyone else feel the pressure to plan a bunch of fun activities for her kids once summer rolls around? Is anyone else terrible...
