Successful ideas for a birthday party.... [more]
Holiday time means family time. And family time, for many of us, means traveling with kids.... [more]
A couple of years ago, I bought my grandchildren a battery-guzzling, lights-flashing, yipping, quivering, jerking robotic dog for Christmas. Fido was a big hit for a day or two, but then was relegated to the bottom of the toy box. Toys that children keep playing with are usually the ones that can, through imagination, be many things.... [more]
Searching for a way to personalize Christmas for friends and family that doesn't break your budget? Giving recycled gifts is a fun way to give a thoughtful and affordable present.... [more]
Do you know how much you spent on Christmas gifts last year? Chances are you don't. Too many people shop without a budget and are shocked when the credit card bills start rolling in come January.... [more]
Things that can improve the quality of the holiday season.... [more]
Making the summer meaningful by teaching the children and by doing useful activities.... [more]
What one woman did when her children were sick.... [more]
Doing things that can make the holidays a happy time for children.... [more]
Some ideas and suggestions about celebrating birthdays of adopted children, and whether or not you should.... [more]