We're mid-summer and the kids are at camp. It makes for an abbreviated day since they start later and end earlier, though many of the other routines are the same. Same lunches filled with carrots and half-eaten sandwiches, same drives in the morning, and same harangues when we get home to practice piano and do their daily exercises in their math workbooks to try to stay a … [Read more...] about The kids are at camp at mid-Summer
Archives for July 2013
Kid overboard! How to prevent a cruise vacation disaster
Going on a cruise vacation is a popular option for families in the summertime, but it can pose a number of unique safety concerns for children. Don't let your upcoming getaway at sea send you into a panic, though! The following tips can ensure that your kids are aware of potentially dangerous situations on a cruise ship.Beware of strangers It might seem like it's … [Read more...] about Kid overboard! How to prevent a cruise vacation disaster
Watch out! Poison ivy could be a real pain for kids this summer
If you live in a wooded area with plenty of forest trails to explore, chances are your kids will be spending a good deal of time playing in the trees and brush this summer. While it's certainly encouraging to see little ones enjoying the great outdoors, it's important for children to watch out for poison ivy when exploring the woods. Here are three ways kids can stay … [Read more...] about Watch out! Poison ivy could be a real pain for kids this summer