I’m not ready to leave it all behind again. But my children have not spent any time in the age-halting Neverland, and so they are growing up and leaving the stories of childhood behind. Read more
The catchphrase people are familiar with is whether an item “sparks joy” — if it does, keep it. Read more
Moms then, now and forever need “me time.” It’s a scarce commodity for any mother until the kids are grown and out of the house. We grab it where we can find it: a pedicure, lunch with a friend, window shopping at the mall. Read more
One of my most favorite things about Christmas — and other special occasions that involve gifts, like birthdays and anniversaries — is writing thank-you notes. Read more
It’s the eve of New Year’s Eve and across the country people are making out a list of resolutions. Read more
Now that I’ve sent a few boxes, though, the process has become more comfortable. And knowing my family abroad will be getting a taste of home makes me happy. Read more
On a recent field trip to Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center, I had three kindergartners pulling me in three different directions at one of the interactive exhibits. Read more
Thanksgiving is but a few short days away. This is the week we all pause to reflect and be grateful. And today, I am grateful for nothing. Read more
There’s a lot to think about when welcoming a new family member into the fold. The biggest item is probably cost. Young things also tend to be rambunctious, so protecting the house is another factor. Read more
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As a mommy of three, the holiday isn’t about me. It’s about my daughters, ages 11, 10 and 6. I do it all for them and I couldn’t be happier. Read more
With fall festivals to attend all month long, the costume construction starts in late September. That is when the final decisions must be made. Read more
I am almost never without a pair of chopsticks — in my handbag, in my car, at my work desk. I can’t remember when I started doing it, but they’ve become a necessity. Read more
The last thing any mother or father wants is a child who feels ignored or feels the need to try extra hard to get noticed by her own parents. Read more
I’m going to keep this short because I have a hand cramp. It’s a recurring condition that happens at the beginning of every school year. Read more
The gross, smelly situation would have been less disgusting if the dog didn’t sleep on the bed. Read more
This school year brings several mini-milestones for my three daughters. Read more
A trip to the supermarket gives me a hint of the culture of a city in the most accessible way — through the way they eat. Read more
Exploring Tokyo was a blast, and we already are contemplating other cities in Japan to visit on our next trip. Read more
The best dads are the ones who will spend time with their kids. To all the other awesome daddies who give their children all the love, support and time in the world — happy Father’s Day. Read more
I’ve noticed a trend in which the men seem to be turning into, well, stubborn, cranky old men. Meanwhile, the ladies are busting out, doubling down at work, pursuing travelopportunities, new hobbies, even new careers. Read more
Summer vacation for a kid is all about freedom, a chance to engage in their interests more intently and to explore their world in the extended daylight hours. But someone has to plan all that. Read more
