Summer

In a matter of a few days, we will be embarking on the longest road trip we have taken together as a family.  A 15 hour road trip, to be exact, with our 5-year-old daughter.  Yes, I am pretty...

Summer time can be a hard time to focus on fitness. For one, it’s hot! Who wants to workout when all it takes to get sweaty is to walk out the front door? Not to mention that the kids...

The heat and humidity have arrived, heralding the true beginning of summer! And what’s more fun than going to a local splash pad, pool, or beach to have fun and find some relief from the oppressive heat? When I...

At first I was disappointed. A few weeks ago I realized I wouldn't be able to join my husband and daughters when they planned a visit to our hometown. My husband had a weekend of golfing planned, and my daughters were going to...

Guys, I have to be honest. Apologies in advance if I offend anyone. I hate summer break. There, I said it. Now, just to inoculate myself from the outrage of the Internet, I’m NOT saying I don’t enjoy spending time with my...

It's official:  today is the FIRST day of summer! I can't think of a better place to spend the long, summer days than Iowa City.  Good news: while you're running around visiting all of your local favorites this summer,...

School is out, the beaches and pools are open, which can only mean one thing. It’s swimming suit season. I don’t know about you, but to me, those words strike fear deep down into my core. Well, at least what used...

Summer is full on here, and that can mean lazy, hot days where I simultaneously want to be outside soaking up the sunshine and hiding inside in the air conditioning. My kiddo, on the other hand, would like nothing...