When I think back on all of the time I have spent blogging over the past three years and realize that I only have four posts dedicated in some way to Home Alone or Home Alone gifs, that feels very low. Even though this is not a movie blog, or a McCauley Caulkin appreciate blog,…
Parenting
A Beautiful Reminder for Parents from Mr. Rogers
An email came in from preschool saying that November 13 was World Kindness Day and that the kids would be celebrating by wearing cardigans and talking about the man synonymous with the word, Mr. Rogers. While my kids have seen their fair share of Daniel Tiger, I realized they didn’t know the man behind the…
A Mom’s Open Letter to Astronauts, Christina Koch and Jessica Meir
Dear Christina Koch and Jessica Meir, First of all, congratulations on a seriously major achievement! Second, how’s everything in space? I have no immediate plans to visit, but since I grew up a child of the 90s with Nickelodeon fueled dreams of Space Camp, I remain curious. But that’s not the real reason for my…
How to Teach a 4-Year-Old to Ride a Bike (When You’re Terrible At It)
Glen and I recently taught our 4-year-old to ride a bike without training wheels. I am super proud of him, but still the whole idea of a two-wheeling preschooler is crazy to me. Mostly because I might take his discarded training wheels for myself. I am proof that you absolutely CAN forget how to ride…
Boomer at Your Service: Review and Q&A with Author, Vanessa Keel
Do you love children’s books with heart that promote being yourself, and supporting great causes? Boomer At Your Service, Vanessa Keel’s debut picture book, is going to be right up your alley. I love interviewing inspiring women on this site and showcasing how they found their Career Sweet Spot and are making their mark on…