A long, solo road trip is a bit like a parenting vaccine. It builds up your immunity to future daily irritations and challenges.
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Unscheduled Summer Brings Some Shame, Some Boredom, Much Joy
just as I began to feel bad for my no-camp kids, I listened to your many plans a little closer. I hear exhaustion in your voice already. So once the shame subsides, I’m looking forward to an unscheduled summer around the house — together.
Christmas Break and How to Survive It with Kids
The Christmas break from school is hell on many parents. We offer 5 tips on getting more done without going crazy during the holiday.
Family Vacation Can Be a Real Trip … to the Funny Farm
We’re going on a family vacation! I’m actually a little reluctant to call it a vacation since I’m bringing my kids along.
Family Travel Lessons from Our Rolling on the River
Travel makes us all better people, and the lessons can start early with the family vacation. You may want to take a towel.
Ultimate Family Vacation Checklist for the Planning-Impaired
Despite my issues with planning, I’ve made a family vacation checklist of all the stuff we have to bring/be sorry about in advance of our trip.