Depending on where you live, Labor Day weekend may be the last bit of summer you get for a long while – it’s easy to go overboard.  With so many people determined to have fun at parks, beaches, lakes and campgrounds around the country, it’s going to be crowded out there.

Here are a few things you can do to keep your family safe.

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It’s a catch-22 among moms across the nation. We adore love the lazy, hazy days of summer – and all of the vacations and outdoor fun that come with three months off of school. However, we also appreciate when September rolls around and the kids are fully occupied for more than six hours a day. As much as we love not having to make lunches, sign permission slips and get kiddos to the bus on time from June to August, there is a sense of relief (admit it!) when that school bell rings again in the fall.

So, how can you best make that transition from relaxed summer mode into hectic school schedules? Here are some tips.

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Summer and picnics go together like hot dogs and mustard, but planning a successful picnic is harder than it looks.  You’ll need food that everyone likes, drinks, something to sit on, and some kind of entertainment (besides, you know, eating).

Before you throw the entire contents of your house into your car, slow down and make a quick plan.  Here are some things that will maximize your picnic fun and minimize hassle.

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When I received my credit card bill after our first trip to Disney, I gasped when I saw how much our trip had totaled up to.  There were many incidentals we had not planned for which added up quickly to a hefty sum.  If you’re heading to Walt Disney World in Orlando, here are some tips to help make your Disney dollars stretch.

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