PSA: What is the Whale Tail?
I was at a party the other night where the men were going on and on about the 'Whale Tail.' Ever heard the term? It was my first introduction to it -- but then...
Top Non-Profits In Austin For Moms
Top Non-Profits In Austin For Moms
I live here, I give here. This statement is powerful, and it shows that we can make a difference with our money, time, and talent in the city we...
Family Friendly Food In The ‘Burbs
Family Friendly Food In The 'Burbs
Round Rock Restaurants Perfect for Kids
I'll be honest and admit that my kids are not great in restaurants. Eating out for us can be really stressful (and potentially embarrassing)...
Why Get (And Stay) Married?
We don’t like feeling uncomfortable do we? Cold? Turn on the heat. Hot? Turn on the AC. Don’t want to wait? Order on Amazon, drive thru the fast food place, get it delivered. Patience...
How I Became a Dad & Co-Parenting
{We are 4 days out from Father’s Day 2014 and to honor the men in our lives, we are turning over the blogging reins to some pretty special dads this week. Check out all...
There Are 36 People At My House and I’m Hiding In The Bedroom
Picture this: It’s late in the evening, there are a bunch of my very close friends downstairs in my home and I’m hiding in my bedroom. It’s a common occurrence when I host parties,...
The Christmas Shuffle: Managing Multiple Families During the Holidays
If you take most Christmas songs at face value, you'd think the holidays were just about home-cooked meals shared by loving, smiling family members and followed by joyful walks through the snow-covered park. Isn't...
Insta-worthy Austin Mural Guide
Insta-Worthy Austin Mural Guide
One of my most favorite things about living in Austin? The artsy, counter-culture vibe. We have this incredible opportunity to teach our kids that weird is okay, that different is good,...
A PSA Just For Your Man — Give Her a Real Hug.
Dear Men,
Sometimes your wife/girlfriend/whatever you want to call the special one in your life, just wants a damn hug. A real hug -- not the one armed, "I'm too lazy to put both arms...
Bullying: Talking About It, Dealing With It, Avoiding It
First of all, just to be clear here, we are talking about PRESCHOOL bullying in this article. I understand that bullying is a BIG problem, and that children can suffer serious and irrevocable physical,...