A Day of Family Fun at Urban Air
Keeping three very energetic and adventurous boys entertained can be challenging. Sometimes it’s being pulled in different directions because one wants to do something different than the other two. And...
Confessions of a Library Nerd: 7 Hidden Library Gems
I am a self-proclaimed library nerd. I have my library card number memorized, I visit my library’s website and app at least once a week, and my queue of reserved...
{EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT} TCMB’s Halloween Spooktacular Family Event
We are excited to announce our first ever Halloween family event – Twin Cities Familys Blog’s Halloween Spooktacular! Please read all the details below before purchasing your tickets. The demand for...
Choose Your Own Adventure
Let me begin by telling you that I am one of those weirdoes who actually likes change. In fact, I crave it. Believe me, I know the value of routine...
The Bittersweet End of Summer in Minnesota
“I miss snow,” my son declared from the backseat. “Bite your tongue,” I thought to myself as we absorbed the hot summer day. It was only months ago that we...
Camping with Baby
My husband and I love to go camping. He’s an Eagle Scout. I’ve been a happy camper since I was a kid, back when my little brother would “steamroll” with...
Fit in 20 Minutes? Yes Please!
There is a legendary story involving a college-aged me and my bestie. We declared that if we could manage to work our part time jobs, go to class, study, maintain...
Read a Book Day
“Read a book!” It’s a constant refrain in our household. My three-year olds’ clamor for books to be read to them all day long. They can sit through a stack...
Alone Time
I don’t do “alone.” I am a middle child, never without a sibling to antagonize. I am a serial dater, finding myself in a relationship pretty much continuously since I...
It’s Okay If You Don’t Like the Minnesota State Fair
I’ve met people over the years who approach me in whispered voice, “I’m sorry but I don’t like the Minnesota State Fair.” I’m a mom who loves food, the Minnesota...
Family Trips: Adventure Ahead
Adventure is an understatement when it comes to family trips. Whether you are driving cross-country, flying to your destination, or arriving by any other method, bringing a family along is...
I Want to Be a Playful Mom
by Monica Hoss
“You need to be more playful.” My mom said those words to me after I had just yelled, “NO!” for the third time. My son had tried to spray me with...
