Why I Hope My Child will be Spiritual
When and how do I introduce spirituality to my child? What kind of relationship do I want my child to have with the supreme power. These are all questions I...
Being Grateful: Becoming a Stepmom, Before I Became a Mom
by Val Newbold
As a young child, I loved to pretend that I was a mom. I loved dressing up my dolls in cute, little outfits and combing the long, precious hair. I...
How do you Teach Your Children to be Grateful?
Thanksgiving will be here before you know it! With that said, it is time to think about what you and your family are grateful for. Many feel thankful for their...
For this Month of Thankfulness, Include Self Gratitude
The approaching Thanksgiving holiday brings forward moments of togetherness in families, whether biological or chosen, where we often reflect on our year and express our gratitude for each other. In...
Autism and Airports = Possible at MSP
Guest contributor, Kristin Gifford, shares her personal experience with autism and airports and how it has become a reality at the Minneapolis Airport. We had splurged to purchase tickets for...
Outdoor Winter Farmer’s Market – White Bear Lake
It is happening, summer has come and gone, and the cold days of winter are fast approaching. But, instead of remaining wistful about the perks of summer, let’s focus on...
I am a Twin Cities Family: Brandi Lokkesmoe
Today’s I am a Twin Cities Family feature is all about Brandi Lokkesmoe! “I am full-time working mom of 3 amazing kids, wife of 14 years to my husband Kyle, middle...
On Preserving Gardens and Memories
In the quiet hours of a mid-October morning, I notice my children momentarily distracted by play. I slide my bare feet into the red galoshes sitting by the door and...
How to Keep Your Kids (and Yourself) Active in Cold Weather
Few mantras of parenthood have withstood the test of time better than this: get your children outside to play. We know it instinctively—running around is good for kids! And there...
12 Must-Haves for a Warm and Cozy Winter
Winter is around the corner and we’re already feeling the cold air coming through our city. Growing up in Florida, I love being in the heat, but I’m actually starting...
Community, Not Comparison
Exercise hasn’t always been a priority in my life. There was a time when it wasn’t even on my radar but I wanted that to change. We moved to a...
Thankful Leaves
It’s become a tradition worth documenting: each November, I create a pile of leaves out of paper, a hole punch, and a length of string. Every night at dinner in...
6 Truths of Motherhood Learned from Step Aerobics
When most people think of step aerobics, images of leotards, leg warmers, and side ponytails come to mind. However, for me, the mention of step aerobics brings a big smile...
Handmade Gifts and Heartfelt Cheer
Many families hold on to artwork from childhood long after children have left the nest. Whether it’s a drawing from preschool, a woodworking project from junior high, or maybe even...