Cell Phone Shopping
While I stood mesmerized in the cereal aisle, overwhelmed by the great wall of boxes, I tried to remember if it was Fruit Rings or Fruity Hoops that I had been instructed not to buy. One of them, I had…
January 2010 Publisher’s Page
“Slow down, you move too fast...” Simon & Garfunkel sure sang a mouthful in 1966 with those lyrics. Back then, who would have imagined the frantic pace in which we would all be moving in 2010. After the frenzy of…
Let There Be Lights!
So go ahead. Hang a wreath on every door. Fill the mantel with all the fresh holly and pinecones you like. Line the bookcases with as many porcelain Santas as they can hold. But let’s get one thing straight right…
Five Snacketizers
1. Baked Brie in Filo Cups with Apricot Jam & Almonds Place ½ tsp. Apricot jam in each of 30 mini filo-dough cups. Top with ½ inch cube of Brie cheese (without the rind). Sprinkle with ¼ tsp. Chopped almonds.…
Expert Answers to Parenting Questions
Q: I just got home from my friend’s house and was amazed to see her nine-month-old almost walking. My little guy is finally sitting up by himself – but only if I put him there. Should I be worried? A:…
Children’s Home Society
Allison Smith called Children’s Home Society of Virginia (CHS) in 2002 to offer her volunteer services. “I thought it was a home for children,” she said. “And I love children. My husband and I couldn’t have our own, but I…
Get Your Teen Talking!
When it comes to communicating with your teen, there are ways to make him or her talk. While I do not profess to being an expert, I have parented four teens – three at the same time! So, I speak…
One to Remember
It was my sister who jolted me back to reality. “Lemme get this straight,” she deadpanned. “Your daughter’s favorite Christmas gift this year was a 30-year-old, used baby doll?” She paused for effect after almost every word. It was true. I…
December 2009 Publisher’s Page
It’s our first Richmond Family Magazine Christmas… When we launched the magazine, I knew we’d be helping area families with all of our great articles and resources – like the calendar, book reviews, and menu ideas. But I also knew that…
Change of Traditions
Growing up, I never really enjoyed Thanksgiving all that much. There, I said it. Maybe it’s because my two boys won’t be able to read for a few more years. Maybe it’s because my parents don’t have the Internet and…
