Thousands of children are in foster care in South Carolina, many of them right here in Richland County.
During this time, things can be even more difficult for these families with biological family visits, routine, creative outlets and activities being...
No, I am not a military brat (although my dad is a Marine). I am the daughter of a man who left the military for the business world. The daughter of a very driven man who constantly found better...
Have you ever thought to yourself while you are getting ready for bed and setting your alarm, "I am going to get up at 5 a.m. and get my workout in before anyone wakes up!" But then 5 a.m....
There was once a time when I could barely keep my head above water. I had two children who were ages two and under, my husband was full-time in a PhD program, and I worked from home. Money was...
Hello America Saves Week (February 22-27). It's not as sexy as Mardi Gras. Not as festive as St. Patrick's Day. Not as joyous as Easter. But, as the American family wages remain stagnant while costs go up, savings is...
Beginning in 1970, Earth Day was established to bring the idea of environmental advocacy to people's attention around the world. Celebrated each year on April 22, Earth day is a great day to learn more about the world and...
With every new obstacle comes new experiences, and Mother’s Day this year is definitely falling prey to one of the greatest obstacles most of us have ever faced; a pandemic.
I know, I know; like you really needed another reminder...
Spring is here and right along with it comes some beautiful weather. That gorgeous weather means it's a great time to spend some quality family time outdoors.
One way you can do that is to create a fairy garden together....
Minimalism has changed my parenting, my health, my priorities and my quality of life for the better and I feel I have to share my story.
Almost every parent I know needs some help with stress and I think a...
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...
In 2015 I left the best friends, boss, co-workers, and job I had ever had to make the move to the famously hot Columbia for a better life for our family. Yes, folks, Columbia offered a better life than...
One of my favorite Christmas songs is "All I Want for Christmas is You" by Mariah Carey. This time of year, you can catch me in my Expedition (yes, the XL version because I'm a mom now), singing at...
November is the month we pause and give thanks. But, something I have been working on is gratitude throughout the year.
I first got my inspiration from reading Ann Voskamp's One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Life Fully Right Where...
In March, I would never have guessed that we would still be dealing with this pandemic in November. Maybe my science-fiction loving brain thinks that it will work out like it does on the big screen. Movies solve pandemics...
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