Most parents start setting aside money for their children’s college education when they’re young. This method ensures that they can save reasonably without causing issues with everyday financial obligations. However, what happens if a parent decides to go back to school? Many adults come to this decision when their kids are older because it relieves…
Author: Pragmatic Mom
Exotic Fruit Challenge: Mamey Sapote
My 14-year-old son’s Exotic Fruit Challenge: Mamey Sapote. We were able to get our kids and their friends to try exotic fruit that we bought at a Farmer’s Market in Old Koloa Town on Kauai, Hawaii. Mamey sapote is a large and highly ornamental evergreen tree that can reach a height of 15 to 45…
Visiting Tufts (again)
This is my second visit to Tufts. I took my middle daughter, PickyKidPix, and her friend a few years ago. She wasn’t seriously considering Tufts — it was too close to home and too small of a student body, but she did end up liking the vibe there. The people were friendly and funny. Funny…
9 Gingerbread Men Stories from Different Cultures & GIVEAWAY!
Please welcome my guest author today, Harshita Jerath! She has a book list of gingerbread men in different cultures! We are also giving away a copy of her book, The Leaping Laddoo! To enter, please fill out the Rafflecopter at the bottom. The Leaping Laddoo by Harshita Jerath, illustrated by Kamala M Nair In this…
4 Ways New Parents-To-Be Can Prepare for Their Child’s Arrival
Preparing to become a parent for the first time can be exciting and nerve-wracking. You might feel as though you need to have everything perfectly in place without even being entirely sure what everything is. The good news is that you don’t really need a great deal of preparation. The most important thing you can…
Where to Eat and What to Do in Pittsburgh
I’m going to be in Pittsburg for a few days so I thought I would research what to do and where to eat. I’d love your suggestions too! Thanks so much! Where to Eat in Pittsburgh Caliente Pizza & Draft House Bloomfield location: 4624 Liberty Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15224 412-682-1414 Dine-in hours// Mon-Thurs:…
Visiting Tulane University
This was my first time visiting Tulane University but I almost went there for college! It is very close to New Orleans ‘ French Quarter and the students seem to have a good work/life balance of studying hard and having fun. In fact, they even get Mardi Gras week off! We left just as Mardi…