It was in June of 1999 but even way before this, I knew my dad was in trouble. He had been diagnosed with colon cancer before but it came back and when it did, it came back with a vengeance. I didn’t know the severity of it all but I knew it wasn’t good. My […]
How to Keep Kids Learning During the Summer
**Disclosure: This is a collaboration with LeapFrog, a brand that we love. All opinions are 100% my own** My boys are HUGE fans of LeapFrog so when the LeapPad Platinum arrived it was an immediate upgrade for them. Basically, it was like Christmas in July. This device delivers huge learning experiences especially during the summer […]
Preparing For First Grade
In my eyes, the years are just flying by and I can’t believe my youngest boy is moving up to first grade! I mean, I knew the time would come but it seems as though it went too fast. That said, we have been preparing for first grade since April. Once a certain time in […]
Bad Teacher In Action
In general, I advocate for teachers but I am not fearful to talk about the “bad ones” because they definitely do exist. I have worked alongside a few and, like most people, have encountered some throughout my own education. The good teachers are the ones who encourage and accept a child as he or she […]
Monster Energy AMA Supercross Returns to MetLife Stadium
** Disclsoure: This is not a compensated post as it is part of a Supercross brand ambassador campaign- Supercross Social Toaster Program. ** An entire year has passed since we started this journey and during that time, my boy has worked on his riding skills immensely within Supercross. We watch Monster Energy AMA Supercross religiously as […]