Author Archives: Kristina Slaney

I've said it before, and I'll say it again: Boredom is not bad. It's often a catalyst for creativity; when my kids say they're bored I usually respond with something like, "I'm sure your brain will he...

Are you starting to dream of the warmer months like we are? Thinking of taking your family camping for the first time? Or maybe you're seasoned campers but you always seem to forget one or two essenti...

A year ago I re-entered the traditional workforce. 5 days, 40 hours, in an actual office outside of the home. And many of my coworkers are child-free. This is a new experience for me because over the ...

Dinner is a major task for families. It happens every day and takes a lot of time between planning, shopping, and preparing. While I love cooking and can meal prep like a boss, lately I've been lookin...

My eight-year-old made a poor choice, so she got a consequence. She was upset about it. There was begging and pleading involved. But I held firm, because I know that's what works. But then I made a mi...

It's burger season, and nothing satisfies like an all-beef patty. But even though burgers are sure to please, they're not one-size-fits-all. Take my house, for example: One of my kids doesn't like mel...

PICTURE IT: The weather is warmer, you're hanging outside with your family, and the aroma from your neighbor's grill wafts into your backyard. And in that moment, you want nothing more than that burge...

Want to keep kids busy this summer without breaking the bank? Here are some great freebies! Kids bowl free: Sign up and get 2 free games per day! [NOTE: Individual sites set the age restrictions, and ...

I love a good iced coffee on a hot day. And though I gave up morning coffee for New Year's, that's not gonna stop me from enjoying the occasional afternoon sweet coffee treat as the weather begins to ...

Our family loves camping. We camped before kids, we camped when they were infants, and we're still going strong today. Though some trips have been easier than others, we haven't regretted a single one...