Don't you love how strangers think they are experts on the adequacy of our parenting? Whether it is through unwarranted advice, blatant whispering, or even a positive remark, they want to let you know how you are doing as a parent. This has been...
There's not a question in my mind that I love my daughter, love spending time with her, and enjoy the privilege of staying home with her. However, mommy-ing (yes, I just made that up) is a full-time, 24/7 job with...
If you're looking for a fun evening activity to add to your family's summer bucket list, be sure to check out these outdoor movie nights planned throughout Fairfield County! Most movies will start at dusk, often with entertainment (music, games,...
When I was a child, I loved being a part of the summer reading program at the library. A lover of books and a super fast reader, I was always among the top readers of the summer; I won some...
Before my son was born, I didn't really think too much about bedtime rituals. I had many friends who were already parents, and most of them were laissez-faire types, and their kids seemed good with that style. I just...
If you have read some of my other posts, you know that I love taking photographs and that I especially love photographing and documenting my family, particularly my two girls. But…sometimes getting a fun shot of my pint-sized perpetual...
There is an art to throwing a successful toddler party, and it has very little to do with Pinterest. I’ve been throwing grown-up parties for years and years B.C. (Before Chuck); however, a signature cocktail and a killer playlist are...
Did you love Shannon's post on her daughter's experience with Darien Fencing Club? Do you think your 6 to 13 year old would love to try, too??? You're in luck! Darien Fencing Club is giving away one month of...
I love lists. Seriously. I make lists for everything. I have notebooks all over the house with chores to do, errands to run, meals to make, events to attend, and any other list you can imagine. After being inspired by THIS...
There is something special about a well-worn children’s book. Tonight, my youngest daughter chose one of these for me to read to her and her sister before bed. She tossed it onto her bed on the bottom bunk. I...
In + Around Fairfield County
Girls’ Day Out
Sometimes, being a mom doesn't fill our cup completely; we need MORE. A day to forget our responsibilities and have a girls' day out...
