If you have been doing this for very long, you know there are pivotal moments that create parenting wisdom. These can be mistakes you make that you vow never to make again, ah-ha moments where something just clicks or maybe advice someone gives you. Subtle paradigm shifts that change the…
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Over the years, having consistent one-on-one time with my kids has taught me that some dates with them are simply more special than others. All the time you spend with them underline your love and devotion to them, but some of those dates will stand out more than others. You…
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Nine years ago I began having monthly dates with my children. After 175 dates with them, I have found they are the most important thing of our family. I have also learned it can be a challenge to find the time, the ideas and resources to have such a commitment.…
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You may have done a progressive dinner before, but if not the idea is to go to separate homes or restaurants for each course of the meal. It’s a fun, creative way to uniquely experience a meal over the course of the evening. For this date, you can pick three…
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Making healthy snacks with your child allows you to spend an evening or afternoon in the kitchen – always a great place to spend time together. It will also pay dividends for the future and their health. We all want our children to eat as healthy as they can, but…
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For me, there is no greater season of the year than fall or autumn. It’s the perfect combination of weather and activities. To celebrate, I have compiled a list of some of the thing I think of when I get excited about the season: colder weather, jeans, football, camp fires,…
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