There is a sunrise and a sunset every day and you can choose to be there for it. You can put yourself in the way of beauty. --Bobbi Lambrecht (Cheryl Strayed’s mom)
It was the first Christmas ornament that I...
One November night when my oldest son was almost three and his younger brother was about six months old, I was solo parenting through bedtime. I had my baby on his changing table fresh from the bath and my...
Birthdays have always been my favorite. When I was little, my parents made a pretty big deal out of them. It was never extravagant, but the celebration often began at the beginning of November and lasted all month.
It’s a...
Like most parents today, I have a Pinterest board full of activities that I’d like to do with my children someday. Realistically we’ve done maybe two of them in the past two summers. This year we’re shaking things up....
Ah, December. For so many reasons, it truly is a magical month. A time for a celebration of lights, festive music, jolly sentiment, sugar plum fairies, magic train rides, and copious amounts of hot chocolate with marshmallows. But, if...
Growing up near New York City, I was fortunate to have access to some of the greatest museums in the world. However, through much of my childhood, I did not appreciate this at all. My parents would drag me...
We know Leap Year happens every four years, but what is the purpose? We're breaking it down for you, and sharing 29 ways to celebrate Leap Day with kids!
What & Why?Â
In simple terms, a Leap Year is when an...
Spring is (finally) here, which means it is time to fill our calendars with all the fun Rhode Island spring happenings! Whether you're seeking family-friendly outings or solo adventures, this curated list is your compass to all the fun....
Live performance art is increasingly abundant in the Creative Capital, but immersing young children in this culture can feel a bit daunting. Will they understand it? Will they enjoy it? Will they ever sit still? If you are wondering...
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Let's face it - when your days consist of early morning wake-ups, diaper changes, cooking, cleaning, getting the kids to school on time, it can be hard to even remember what day it is. Why not break up...
Rhode Island Life
Family-Friendly Walks Throughout Rhode Island
Now that spring has officially arrived and warmer weather is (hopefully) on its way, it's the perfect time to get outside for a family...
