Paige Phillips
14 Easy Ideas for Kids to Inspire the Spirit of Halloween
Halloween has always been one of those holidays that just brings out the inner child in all of us! I mean what is more fun than the idea of dressing up, and pretending to...
The Biltmore Estate :: A Historic Adventure for the Whole Family
Want to have a unique, learning experience with your family?! The Biltmore Estate is exploding with rich history, gorgeous landscapes and things to do! The best part is... it is only two hours from...
6 Great Locations for Family Photos in Columbia
Right now you might be gearing up to find the perfect location, with the best lighting, and beautiful atmosphere in Columbia to take your family photos this year. It can seem like a daunting...
10 Reasons to Plan a Family Camping Trip
Apparently, I am a camper now. Never once had I ever been camping, even as a kid. I totally never pictured myself as a sleep on the ground, live in a tent kind of gal. But,...
12 Ways to Occupy Mommy During the First Few Days of School
We all know that sending our kids to school for their first day is nerve wracking for everyone. The children may be nervous, we as parents are nervous, even the teachers are probably nervous...
Teaching My Children The Importance Of Voting :: One Mom’s Story
The Presidential election is upon us.
I decided to vote early this year, and I took my boys with me. Fortunately, we got lucky, and the line wasn't too terribly long. That meant the wait,...
Navigating the Uncertainty of Life With Hybrid Learning
The day that my kids were supposed to start school has come and gone. August is looking so far from normal that I can barely recognize it. I'm pretty sure my first grader doesn't...
8 Ways Families are Enjoying Summer :: Social Distancing Style
Summer has looked a lot different this year to say the least. With the constant changes in safety precautions taking place, finding ways to enjoy sweet summertime as a family has become a challenge.
I...
The “Mother” Load
Let's talk about the mental load us moms are dealing with right now...
Some of us are balancing schoolwork with jobs. Some of us are experiencing a financial crisis with the loss of jobs/income. There...
A Thank You to Our Teachers Amidst School Closures in SC
I know I am not the only mom who felt the blow from the Governor a little more than I thought I would.
Schools closed for the rest of the year.
Boom.
I suppose I had a...
UPS Daddy or First Responder?
Heading into week three of staying home and social distancing, this mom of two has experienced every emotion I can think of over the course of this spreading pandemic.
Some days I feel like I...
7 Ways to Survive Winter With Kids
For me winter is CHALLENGING.
We are lucky to live in a state with very mild winters but I am still not a fan. It's harder to get out the door due to all the...
You Will Always Be My Valentine
Valentine's Day.
This may be some people's least favorite day of the year. Honestly, I was never a big fan. It seems like one of those glorified days in which men and women are inclined...
Why Thanksgiving is This Mom’s Favorite Holiday
I enjoy pretty much the entire holiday season from Halloween to New Years Day! I mean who doesn't love dressing up for Halloween and taking their kids trick-or-treating or the beautiful fall colors that...