The number of pets in our home never fails to get a reaction. "Why so many?" visitors say. Or, "Oh my gosh that's a lot!" My favorite? A simple "Wow!"
We have "a few" pets that we have either adopted...
Easter is almost here and that means it's time to decide what to put in those Easter baskets! There are so many options available, but most of the time, our first thought is of candy and chocolate. But for...
“Do you Elf?” I was asked by a woman while perusing the Christmas toys aisle of Dollar Tree.
“I plan to this year. I think the antics are hilarious,” I replied.
What transpired was a ten-minute conversation about the pros and...
I like gadgets.
I don't like shopping for them or deciding if they are worth the money, but I sure do like using them. Luckily, my partner enjoys looking for gadgets and has come across some good finds. I usually...
Let's be real: kids can make a mess anywhere they go. And while there's no need to make sure everything is neat and tidy all the time, the threat of actual filth can become very real. I know, guys....
This is not advice about wrinkle creams. I have no idea which ones do or don't make you look younger. It's a story about getting my driver's license renewed. This no doubt sounds horribly boring, but bear with me.
I...
I've been a working mom the entirety of my children's lives. I never intended to go down that path. I wanted to be a stay-at-home mom, because growing up in the South, in the church, that is the traditional,...
Yes, you read that title correctly. I said my Lego obsession. Not my kids, but mine. If you don't believe me, ask my husband. He'll more than gladly tell you. He's always teasing me about it, and telling my...
I’ve been losing sleep. The level of irritability is unreal. My anxiety is high. What is going on with me, you ask? Perhaps you guessed it: we’re buying a home.
I should be so excited ... and I am....
Motherhood is hard. Like, makes you feel exhausted and overwhelmed, hard. Add in a full-time or part-time job on top of that, and it can feel unbearable some days.
I'm a middle school theatre teacher, and to say I come...
Winter can be a great opportunity to stay cozy inside, with the fireplace on, or baking some goods, cleaning the house, thinking about your spring/summer plans. But it also can be a very difficult time. At least, that is...
Ever heard the phrase "another day, another dollar"? Well, this is how I view New Year's resolutions: "another year, another goal." A goal that most people won't meet, that is. To me they're a waste of time -- time...
The pollen has fallen, so it must be time for spring cleaning.
Like many of you, I have taken notes from Marie Kondo's Konmari system of tidying up. And like many of you, my closet was a big daunting area...
Not a fan of sugar comas? Here are some alternative Easter basket ideas for kids of all ages!
Use an umbrella or rain boots instead of a basket. Include a game or two to play on spring rainy days....
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Columbia Family Events | May
May in Columbia is full of fun – from puppet shows, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make...
