Monthly Archives: December 2013

I love the movie Christmas Vacation, with Chevy Chase. My favorite part of the whole movie is the Griswold house, all lit up and...

Have you visited the new Montessori Nurtury in North Liberty?  If not, then now is the time! We recently spoke with the director, Lillian,...

I have a confession to make about my parenting style: My name is Sherri and I do not like imaginative play. There. I said...

It was frigid cold, and you could cut the tension in the car with a knife. “Why do I try to do fun stuff?”...

There are just 15 days left until Christmas...can you believe it? Have you gotten a chance to take your kids to see Santa yet? Maybe you're...

'Tis the season for toys! Your kids have sent their letters to Santa, wish lists have been made, and commercials have thoroughly bombarded everyone...

I am almost certain I’m not the only one in this community of moms who revels in the thought of “escaping” for a few...

This morning on the blog, Shari posted some great tips on how to take pictures of our kiddos that are Christmas-card ready.  We hope...

Would you or someone on your list love a little jewelry this Christmas? Then check out our Holiday Shopping Guide business Stella and Dot!...

After breakfast one mid-November morning, I told my 2 ½ year old little man it was time to put on his Christmas pajamas and...