When I was a kid there was never a question about what we were going to do for Memorial Day. We were visiting cemeteries. On Friday night my parents packed us kids in the car, tossed blankets and pillows on our laps, loaded the trunk with flowers, and we drove south.

As parents, we love to see our children grow. We smile at their independence with each new accomplishment—the first time they roll over, their first step, their first day of school…their first date. In the beginning, these milestones are exciting and cute.

This Mother’s Day, give your mom some love.  After all, she’s more than just a mother- she’s a chef, a scheduler, a counselor, and sometimes, even a paro

We asked for your best passed-down recipe from Mom, and got all sorts of delicious responses, but there could only be one winner. After reviewing all the mouthwatering entries Callee D.’s Laramie Loaf stood out as hearty recipe that’s sure to be scrumptious.

By Veronica Lorca-Deutsch

What does Earth Day mean to you and your family? It seems like an observance that has not been around for too long, but it’s actually 42 years old this year. Here are a few ways to incorporate the special day into your family activities and make it a learning experience for everyone.

In all the bustle of everyday life, it can be easy to lose track of the true value of gifts. Whether you’re shopping for a birthday present or a reward for good behavior, you want something that your child will appreciate for a long time.

Leap Day should be an international holiday. There’s no other day like it—an extra day that we completely forgot about. It’s sort of like finding a $10 bill in your jacket pocket. It’s not every year that we have a February 29^th. Let’s soak it up.

Leap Day dates back to the time of Julius Caesar, when he added extra days to the existing calendar (and named a month after himself). Since it takes 365.2422 days for Earth to rotate around the sun, Caesar added an extra day every four years to catch his calendar up.

Valentine’s Day is the celebration of love. But for kids, it’s more of a celebration of letters, cards, chocolates, and the other things we use to translate our best feelings into physical form. Getting into the spirit of the holiday can be a fun way to show your affection.

Let’s face it – it’s hard to stay neutral about February 14^th. Either you’re an enthusiast with your flowers and chocolates ordered in advance, or you’re dreading the expectations and pressure of finding the perfect gift and planning the perfect evening.

January is National Organizing Month, coinciding with the season of New Year's resolutions. It’s the time of year when people reflect on their lives and set comprehensive goals for every aspect – from the ever-popular fitness resolution, to career resolutions, and the all-important “more time with family” resolution. But trying to fulfill all these goals at the same time can lead to burnout before February.