It is a sad reality of our times that the death of a loved one is something that many of us are dealing with. There is a saying “Grandmothers are like mothers with frosting.” That is true in this house….
The best books to help us talk to children about death
Complete list of the best children’s books
There is nothing better than getting lost in a book. Books are great for the imagination and help kids learn. One good rule is that you should enjoy reading the book as well. As much as my daughter loves to…
How I ran into danger as a solo female traveler, and why I won’t let it deter me from seeing the world
Location: Beijing, China
I have traveled solo across many countries and honestly I feel it is the best way to travel. I like being on my own schedule. I like being pushed out of my comfort zone. I have always found it to…
Zoom Virtual Backgrounds- Instructions & Images
Zoom virtual backgrounds are a fun way to jazz up a meeting. Another silver lining… nobody can see how dirty your house is. If you want to step up your Zoom game, check out these great travel inspired images that…
The Best Indoor Activities for Kids
We are 5 weeks into this covid craziness. I thought we would be falling into a routine by now, but each day brings new challenges. Homeschooling 3 kiddos while trying to work from home has me pulling my hair out…
A Brush with Death
Location: Sumatra, Indonesia
I have taken a lot of risks in my travels, but this move beats out bungee jumping in India and almost cost me my life. I had spent a month backpacking across Indonesia and ended up in Bukit Luwang. This…
