We all know vacations are a lot of work for parents. We did it all. Packing, organizing, schlepping, baby wearing, comforting, mediating, planning and plan-b’ing, but you know what I did most of all? I breastfed my baby all over Disney World. I mean it too. Holly got feedings and extra-feedings…
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Are You Doing This Right? Musings Over Marriage and Kids.
Even if you’re not a power couple collaborating on a book, you’re still embarking on an amazing journey together. It may sound cliche, but every moment of your life as a parent is an adventure. And any parent who has the privilege of raising children together with a loving, devoted partner has an even sweeter excursion ahead.
One Dozen Reasons Vacations with an Only are Grand
A popular worry in only-child families is what to do about vacations. I mean, will the kid be spreading news of the #worsttimeever without a similar-ager to… Read more “One Dozen Reasons Vacations with an Only are Grand”
Taking A Break
There’s nothing like the anticipation of a few days off from work, chores and a ringing alarm clock. There’s only a few times a year when us… Read more “Taking A Break”
Summer Vacation Does Not Exist for My Family.
This is the time of year that you tend to see lots of posts on parenting blogs about summer vacation, summer fun, what to do with… Read more “Summer Vacation Does Not Exist for My Family.”
Fun Vacations for Families
I have previously sung the praises of a visit to the beach in Margate, N.J. and the boardwalk in Ocean City, N.J., but I have some more… Read more “Fun Vacations for Families”
Ice Cream for Breakfast and Other Summer Vacation Pleasures
Earlier this week we returned home from our annual week of vacation on Block Island. For those not familiar with “The Block,” it’s a tiny island located… Read more “Ice Cream for Breakfast and Other Summer Vacation Pleasures”
Shy and…Retiring?
I have not been in my office since August 29th. I took almost an entire month of vacation time (I had to do a hearing, attend a… Read more “Shy and…Retiring?”
Simple Pleasures of a Summer Vacation
Every summer we rent a house on Block Island for a week. It’s only about two hours from our home, but it’s a world away. There, it’s… Read more “Simple Pleasures of a Summer Vacation”
Vacation?
When is a vacation not always a vacation? When you bring your three children! Vacationing with young children can be a difficult and daunting task. This weekend… Read more “Vacation?”