This is not a topic that I would have even thought to write about on my own. It wouldn’t have even crossed my mind. Until, I was helping my son review for this science test a few days ago. I mean, why would I have even had reason to believe anything about domestic … [Read more...] about Domestic Violence Being Joked About in Fourth Grade Curriculum
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Every Kid in a Park: Fourth Graders and their families get FREE admission to National Parks
Is your child a fourth grader for the 2015-2016 school year? If so, your fourth grade student—and entire family—qualifies to visit all national parks, national forests, national wildlife refuges, and other federal park lands throughout the 2015-2016 school year—for FREE … [Read more...] about Every Kid in a Park: Fourth Graders and their families get FREE admission to National Parks
Ultimate Guide to Summer Fun: Discounts for 250+ Attractions Nationwide
If you are looking for some summer fun that the entire family can enjoy, check out this list of over 250 attractions, theme parks, and water parks offering special discounts in over 35 states nationwide. As a U.S. Family Guide blog member, my readers can enjoy savings by … [Read more...] about Ultimate Guide to Summer Fun: Discounts for 250+ Attractions Nationwide
The One Thing Every Mother Needs to Hear
We went on what I like to think of as a “mini-vacation” this past weekend. We took the boys out of school a couple hours early and headed for Chicago. Since the kids have been born, I have to admit that I am not much of a vacationer. It. Is. So. Much. Work. … [Read more...] about The One Thing Every Mother Needs to Hear
A Day in the Life of a Work at Home Mom
I have struggled for years to reconcile my conflicting goals of wanting to be there for my kids as a work-at-home mom and continuing to advance professionally with my career. Notice, I say "work-at-home mom." Whether a mother works outside the home or not is … [Read more...] about A Day in the Life of a Work at Home Mom