It's the most magical time of the year, but who are we kidding, it feels more like the most stressful time of the year. Why is that? The holiday season adds a ton of additional responsibilities to our plate....
Flashback to when I was a young, twenty-something new elementary teacher: I loved teaching! Life was great, yet - the thing that kept me up at night? The parents (of one of the kids in my class) were going through...
Let's face it: living during a pandemic means that we are staying at home, a lot! Here are some amazing date-night comedies to turn your '"after the kids go to bed chill' time" into a fun movie date night....
After having our daughter, date night has become even more important to us. We live for our nights out and are always looking for new and exciting things to do. Securing this time with each other takes preparation and...
I always wanted a big family. As an only child, I begged my parents for siblings relentlessly. I loved my cousins' big families and I always had such a fun time when I was with them. Early as a...
‘Tis the season for holiday shopping and – let’s be honest – arguing with your spouse about money. Sharing the family finances with your partner is particularly fun during the holidays. If you have not had that argument yet,...
Since becoming a mom 8 months ago, the only constant has been change. Life these days pivots and shifts so quickly, it's challenging to stay on top of it all. My partner and I use the Fair Play Method...
When my husband left, I knew it was going to hurt like hell. I took it day by day. you’re in survival mode when you're coping with loneliness as a single mom. But having a toddler running around and...
The beginning months of a year are a great time to start or continue organizing your financial life. My previous posts talked about Covid-induced motivation to be more engaged in your family’s finances and how to effectively start the...
Late August into early September feels like the busiest time of year for families. It's back to school, which also means back to a full event schedule. While it can feel good to build routine, the hectic schedule can...
In + Around Seacoast
5 Seacoast Peaks Your Kid Can Summit
When you think of the Seacoast, I’m assuming that mountains don’t readily come to mind. However, while the southeastern portion of New Hampshire and...
