Summer is a distant memory…
Back to school we went, and the shorter, crisp fall days have arrived in Richmond. To wrap up some of the excitement I shared with you from our last few months… yes, as if on cue, my littlest guy’s cast…
Greater Richmond Fit4Kids
Clementines, cucumbers, mini-carrots, and apples served at after-school activities; kids participating in organized activities during recess; a child riding a stationary bike while reading in class. Lofty goals or reality? “This is the kind of energy we’re trying to bring…
30-Minute Meals
Name something we all want more of and can’t seem to find, especially when it comes to making a meal for the family. Time – that’s what! There’s planning, prep, and of course, execution. And wouldn’t it be nice to…
Ergonomic Collapse
From bending down to put the baby into the crib to toting around a carseat, grocery bags, and backpacks, the strain on our backs is a real pain.
The Power of Art
Many artists work with fabric as a means of creative expression. Use your powers of creativity to make a superhero cape and let your imagination soar! What you need: • Fabric (bed sheet, tablecloth, extra large t-shirt,…
NOVA of Virginia Aquatics
With four boys ages four through twelve, Beth Cornwell is a busy mom. Her daily focus is keeping her family organized and active, and NOVA of Virginia Aquatics plays an important role. Sons Quinn and Matthew swim on the NOVA…
The Parent Talk
Now in my mid-forties, I’m noticing creases on my face. What earlier were slight hints of a life filled with laughter are now full-blown lines. I’m aging, and I really don't want to talk about it! But all of us…
Treat that Leak
Do you automatically cross your legs when you feel a cough or sneeze coming on? Do you pass when your friends suggest an aerobics class at the gym? Is jumping on the trampoline with your kids completely out of the…
Getting Early Education Right
I have been a teacher for most of the past twenty-five years, stopping briefly for the births of my sons. When they were both old enough to attend preschool, I went along with them and taught at their preschools. For…
What’s-Her-Name
Not long after I retroactively named my daughter after TV broadcaster, cancer survivor, and all-around inspiration Robin Roberts, the whole world seemed to grow obsessed with names. Okay, mostly because England’s little prince was in need of one. I’ve never…
