Tag: Just for Fun
National Burger Day: Who Really Invented the Hamburger?
PSA: It's National Burger Day, people!
That’s right — fire up those grills, loosen those belts, and let’s embark on the most delicious cross-country journey...
April Book Review: The Magnolia Palace
It's 1919 in New York City. Picture it: the Spanish flu has wreaked havoc in many lives. World War I has ended, but unrest...
What I Learned From A Bad Haircut
I got a bad haircut in December. I'd like to share with you what I learned from the experience.
Nothing. I learned almost nothing.
There...
March Book Review: The Cracks Between Us
Aila and Ben are living what most would call a dream life: great kids, a happy marriage, a good house in a safe neighborhood,...
Friday Favorites: Suzanne’s Best Exercises for “Mom Muscles”
Exercise. We all know we need it. But making time for it is a challenge, especially for busy moms. Knowing what type and how...
6 Things To Keep On Hand For Adventure
With spring here and summer close behind, it's starting to be adventure time at our house!
I am a spur of the moment person, so...
Halfway in: The 1,000 Hour Outside Challenge
The power cuts out mid-cupcake baking session.
The oven clicks off, the mixer stops whirring, and the sound machine upstairs falls silent. Twenty seconds later,...
February Book Review: The Other Black Girl
Imagine you were working in your dream job or profession. For Nella, the main character of this month's book club pick, this is a...
The American Spirit is Alive and Well This Winter
It’s an Olympic year!
I never spend as much time in front of the TV as I do when the Olympic games are happening. Winter...
Take Yourself on a Date
In an age of ever-busier schedules and increasing digital distractions, a date is often recommended as a good way to keep your relationships connected...
Friday Favorites: Kid-Approved Home Experiments
Are you looking for ways to engage your kids beyond technology? Then I have you covered!
These are my favorite kid-approved experiments with items you...
November and December Book Reviews: Purple Hibiscus + Know My Name
November and December got away from us at the MMC Book Club (as it does for many of us). So this month, we are...