Everyday Field Trips: Go on a Shape Walk
How many shapes do you see in these photos? Paolo is incredibly observant. He can pick out camouflaged frogs and birds that we can’t even … continue reading
Kids
How to Stay Social When You Can’t Leave Home
While I’m more than happy to stay home reading, baking, writing, napping…my son is an extrovert. He’s extra extroverted. We’re getting creative at finding ways … continue reading
Summer Magic at the Botanical Garden
Do you ever find yourself somewhere that just feels magical, so magical a tiny bit of you wants to spread your arms and spin around and around, … continue reading
From Sap to Syrup at Barkhausen
There is nothing like the taste of sap fresh from a tree. Until last year I hadn’t tasted it since I was about 9 years … continue reading
Baby, It’s Cold Outside: Indoor Winter Fun
I love winter. Like really love winter. Even though I love to explore all winter long, there are some days where getting the most out … continue reading
Who Has Separation Anxiety Now, Mom?
“You good, bro?” I hear this question a lot. My son is in 6th grade and full of YouTube wit and wisdom. I guess I should be glad … continue reading
Kneecaps: A Wisconsin Tradition
I haven’t sunk my teeth into a good kneecap in years. What? You’ve never eaten a kneecap? It’s a Wisconsin tradition you need to get … continue reading
Which Way is Home? Drive Time Fun
“Okay. How do we get home from here?” I ask as we pull up to a stop sign about four miles from home. P rolls … continue reading
When Your Child is into Something (And You Just Aren’t)
Over the years I’ve found myself subtly discouraging our son from activities I didn’t know how to do or ones I didn’t like to do. I’m … continue reading
19 Easy Ways to Make the Best of Wisconsin Winters
Last Saturday morning our son ran around the house collecting his boots, face mask, and snowpants so we could get out and go sledding. It was the … continue reading