Teens And Tweens Blog Posts

With school quickly approaching, six children looking for new kicks, and a very tight budget…well nearly non-existent budget…it’s clear that it’s a time for saving money, and back to school shopping is no exception.  I’...

What’s up with the mean girls in middle school?  And how can they be so mean? I remember.  Middle school drama.  The drama is not in short supply at that age.  And it definitely seems to be gender specific, “a girl thing”, for t...

Last month, I got the chance to tell you about a terrific program to help folks (like us) save for college while getting your holiday shopping done. With only 6 more shopping days left until Christmas (I know, how in...

A lot of parents look forward to attending their child’s Back-to-School night. I am NOT one of those parents. Come by and visit with me at PlaydatePlace.com where we are sharing tips on how to make your Back-to-School night as...

Last week, I had the pleasure of sharing how the Kmart.com and the Kmart Halloween Party Crew came up with an awesome campaign they're calling Attack of the 50 Ft. Party to help families (like ours) put the fun back...

You HAVE been warned! Over the years, my husband and I have learned to expect less than favorable opinions from folks (most especially, other parents) upon learning that we have 4 children. Then, they find out I have 3 daughters,...

My middle girl, freaking OTHER parents out, during her Goth stage (c. 2007) I know what you're thinking [cringe]: but, I've got 2 teenage girls, a precocious 10-year-old and a 12-year-old man-boy. [shiver] So, I feel it safe to say...

This Full House: Halloween 2006 3 out of 4 of my kids LOVE Halloween (made the mistake of taking my son on a scary hayride, once, we're both still not quite over it) to the extent that they begin planning...

I am very thankful for the opportunity to be working with the good folks at The Blog Frog as a leader in the Horizon Families Community, throughout the summer. COMING SOON!: I am hosting a Live Chat on Thursday, September...