Minnesota Winter Magic
Stepping into the laundry room, I trip over a pile of boots while simultaneously soaking my sock in a puddle of ice water. Winter in Minnesota has arrived. Just ask...
10 Reasons to Eat More Soup in January + Best Soups to Try!
The temps have dropped below zero here in Minnesota. And just in case you needed any more excuses here are 10 reasons to eat more soup in January. Currently, as...
Top 10 Most Read Posts of 2021
Each week the Twin Cities Family contributors share their unique perspectives with our readers. The TCMC community has formed through the connections felt while reading their words. We are honored...
The Resolution of Routine
Routine. It’s a word that brings to mind a certain amount of dullness. Doing something “as a matter of routine” sounds like you work either in a courtroom or a...
I am a Twin Cities Family: Danielle Venticinque
Today’s I am a Twin Cities Family feature is all about Danielle Venticinque! “I am a Saint Paul-based CEO/Momprenuer (Vaughn-6, Westyn-5), wife, health and wellness guru, actress, author, motivational speaker and...
Experience Gifts – It’s All in the Delivery
Parents can sometimes shy away from giving experience gifts because they lack the wow factor of the hottest new toy. However, with a little effort, experience gifts can get the...
Top 14 Games for Kids and Family
“It’s a pizza party!” My son exclaimed in a bad Italian accent as our family gathered around the table. But he wasn’t talking about food. Instead, he was hamming it...
I am a Twin Cities Family: Kristin Gifford
Today’s I am a Twin Cities Family feature is all about Kristin Gifford! “I’m the mother of an amazing, autistic five-year-old. I’m the spouse of a fantastic person I met 18...
GoPeer – The Solution to Our Homework Struggles
Tutoring for our children has always been a topic of discussion between my husband and me. Not so ironically occurring around the same time each night – we lovingly call...
Preparing to Reconnect with Extended Family
As parents, we know it takes an entire community of caring adults to help us raise our children up to adulthood. The COVID restrictions placed on us during the pandemic...
Managing Screen Time with Help from Xfinity Xfi
by Val Newbold
Do you remember what screen time looked like when you were a child? Maybe it was playing on your Atari gaming system at home? Or possibly it was playing Pacman...
Hey!Joy – Not Your Typical Toy Store
I don’t know about you all, but I am really missing the in-person shopping experience after months of online browsing and buying. Too many gifts arrived last year that were...
Shop Local Gift Guide
Shop Local Gift Guide It’s the most wonderful time of the year! We asked YOU to recommend your favorite local businesses for our Shop Local Gift Guide and you delivered....
For The Non-Bakers Out There: A Thanksgiving Dessert
If you are anything like me, your definition of cooking includes turning on the oven to reheat a store bought side or pushing buttons on a microwave. Desserts are typically...