Category: Feature
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Celebrate Youth Peacemakers with a $50K Prize
I believe in young people. I believe that, given the support and resources, they will rise to the occasion and do amazing things. It’s why I have my Master’s degree in education. It’s why, despite plenty of more lucrative career possibilities, I chose to work with kids and kid-supporting organizations. It’s why I now provide…
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In the Land of No Boredom
As I got ready to get my kids from the bus stop today, I started to think of what we might do this afternoon. With nothing planned, I figured we’d do something fun. We have some games we haven’t played yet, a couple of science kits, some engineering activities, a few unopened LEGO sets, and…
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Cinnamon Applesauce Gingerbread Men Ornaments
Cinnamon apple sauce gingerbread men ornaments are so cute for decorating and gift giving.
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A Tour of the Nutcracker Suite at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common
A tour of the Nutcracker Suite at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common.
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Journey of a Giant Bear
It’s no secret that I have a spontaneous streak. Or that I have a certain sense of adventure. Or that I’m tenacious once I set my mind to something. Or that I’m a bit of a dreamer. It started when Lady Bug and I toured the Nutcracker Suite at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common. It’s a…
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#26Acts of Kindness
I have put off writing about the Newtown, CT tragedy this week. I haven’t been able to put my feelings and thoughts into words. When I heard about the #26Acts of Kindness movement, I wasn’t sure. The idea is to do an act of kindness for each of the Sandy Hook children and faculty who…
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Giving Thanks for Something Different
I hadn’t planned on a Thanksgiving post this year. I didn’t want to write about how thankful I am for family, friends, health, and happiness, although I am. I am thankful every day, so I feel a bit silly waxing poetic about it on here one day a year. On Tuesday, though, I realized I…
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35 Fun Things To Do With Kids When You Lose Power
Plan ahead for power loss with this list of electricity-free activities for kids of all ages.
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I’m a Panera Sandwich Showdown Finalist!
I’m a bit picky when it comes to sandwiches. I’m finicky about the bread, and I don’t really like your standard sandwich condiments. So when I learned about the Panera Sandwich Showdown, I thought it would be fun to play around and come up with a sandwich that I’d like. The Sandwich Showdown invites Panera…
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The Girl with the Curl–Good Kids with Challenging Behaviors
Some posts are harder to write because they bring up a lot of emotion. Some are harder because you know they will be read by the people in your life who may judge you or react poorly. I guess this one is both. When you become a parent, you hear all kinds of advice and…