My son and I were part of a mom blogger trip to Orlando last month. The trip was amazing. We ate, drank, walked, and drove all over Orlando. It was an exhausting, yet invigorating 4 days. I have so much…
Author: Jill Berry
Seizing family time one dinner...game night...movie at a time.
Cast Your Vote: American Express Members Project
The call was brief. A caller from a cancer organization called a few minutes ago. When she was done, I politely said that I had already committed to giving to other charities. I told the caller “Thank you.” This type…
Make Moms Day and a Giveaway
I was thinking about my ideal day would look like the other day. You know since Mother’s Day is on the horizon. Probably thought about what my day would look like in between loading the dishes and stepping over the…
App of the Week and a Giveaway: Arithmaroo
I won an ipod touch. I know! Can you believe my good fortune? I won it before Christmas. It was a Christmas gift to myself…except my kids pounced on it. Two have ipods and were anxious to check out the…
#SchoolFail
I swear to you that I am a good Mom. I make lunches. Supervise homework. Kids have clean clothes for school. We have a set bedtime on schoolnights — different times for different aged kids. My youngest is read to…
Middle School Transition…It All Works Out Fine
A friend left a Facebook status about the parent orientation for middle school. She has twin boys. I can’t imagine going through 6th grade with two kids. I survived 6th grade with two kids, but had two years in between…
‘Twas a Blur But We Got It Done
I am hazy about last week. We got it all done, but it is a blur. I had two ominous deadlines looming… Taxes — Are you like us? Did you leave your taxes til the last minute? I must admit…
Getting “It” Off My Chest
I won’t go in to what “it” is, but I have found a way to deal with “it.” The issues — and really, it is more like issues — are not resolved…far from it. But, I have devised a way…
A Good Day To Be a Kid
Saturday was a good day to be a kid in our house. My son woke early. Spent the morning helping Coach Dad and his grandfather install the garage door. He loved showing off on his new scooter and the skateboard.…
Guess Where I Am?
If it is Sunday it must be volleyball. Coach Dad and the tween are in Chestertown, MD. The teen and I are in Sterling VA. The kid has the best deal. He is at his grandparents. Teen and I set…
