

As I have mentioned many times over the years, I LOVE planning for a special celebration. Be it a holiday dinner, a birthday party, or just friends over to watch […]
There is a well-known quote by successful businesswoman Mary Kay Ash that states, “Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around their neck that says, ‘Make me […]
Ashlee Wendell and her husband Jayson tied the knot in Jamaica in 2021 after meeting through mutual friends. They welcomed their son Bodie in 2022, and he just celebrated his […]
If your child loves the idea of camping but doesn’t want to battle the bugs, the elements, or sleep on the hard ground, then glamping is a great alternative. It […]
Over the past decade, children’s birthday celebrations in America have seen a significant shift towards more elaborate and costly events. A study by Everyday Health Group revealed that parents now […]
To parents of teens, the title of this article may seem surprising. Teens and happiness? What could that possibly mean? Teens often walk around with a sullen demeanor, but it […]
How do you feel about moving credit card balances to other companies to get lower rates when you’re trying to get out of debt? I just paid off my first […]
“Kristi was here.” The age-old signature pre digital age that we all scribbled (insert your name of course) in yearbooks, bathroom stalls, or carved into trees — it was more […]
In a world overwhelmed with advice—from social media, grandparents, friends, and more—it can be hard to know what truly matters in parenting. After more than 25 years of experience as […]
I’ve spent many years in education, beginning as a math teacher at a prestigious private school. As a military spouse and graduate student, my career saw numerous transitions, taking me […]