I’ll admit it:  I’m a lazy weekend kind of gal.  Nothing makes me happier than a pajama day that lasts until 1:59 p.m. (hey!  Look at that!  It’s a weekend and it’s 1:59 as I’m writing and I’m still in my pajamas!).  But even the world’s coziest, laziest parents have to get off their duffs sometimes, and if you’re going to get off your duff, taking the kids away somewhere where they can get lots of fresh air and exercise is definitely the ticket. Read More >

Packing for a ski vacation can certainly be tougher than for a tropical vacation – after all, sweaters and snow pants just don’t compress as small as bathing suits and shorts! So, you’ve got to be thoughtful about packing for a snowy destination, paring down without leaving out important items like sunscreen and long underwear.

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If there’s one thing that makes traveling with kids look easy, it’s traveling with kids and gifts.  Sometimes it’s unavoidable though.  If you’ll be schlepping through airports this holiday season, follow these guidelines to avoid hassles.
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While packing for family travel is never easy, it’s even trickier in the fall when the weather is unpredictable.  Shorts or jackets?  Sandals or boots?  It may be better to have and not need it than need and not have it, but it’s also nice not to throw your back out schlepping suitcases or pay extra charges for checked baggage.

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