I’m mentoring a First to College high school student whose goal is to study graphic design at MassArt so I took her to meet one of my college freshman dorm mates, Lisa Rosowsky, is a professor of graphic design there. Lisa sent me an invite to her newest show called For Our Fathers: Two fathers—one…
Category: Parenting
My blog covers education and children’s books. When I cover parenting issues, it usually contains book recommendations. Parenting topics include academic subjects, summer learning, bullying, special needs, fitness and more.
American Red Cross Needs YOU for #MissingTypes
Thank you to Boise Paper for sponsoring this post! There’s something that might make you a superhero to someone. You could literally save their life by donating blood. Did you know that the American Red Cross has a Missing Types campaign, now in its second year, to inspire new blood donors to roll up a…
My Son’s Drawing Class at MassArt Xtreme Week!
My oldest did the same art class, Xtreme Week, at Mass College of Art and Design a few years ago. She thought her little brother would like it so I got him to agree and signed it up. Secretly, it was also to help regulate his bedtime. He’s been staying up way too late this…
How To Coach Girls wins Silver Award!
We are thrilled to announce that How To Coach Girls won a Silver Award in the 31st Annual IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards™ ! The IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards™, which include over fifty categories recognizing excellence in book editorial and design, are regarded as one of the highest national honors for independent publishers. The Independent Book Publishers Association…
How to Keep Mosquitos Away From Your Yard (and Kids)
As summer slowly approaches, we know what also tags along – mosquitos. Those annoying little bugs that hover around you and your children do more than just bug you, they can make you seriously sick. Mosquitos can carry parasites and viruses that transfer to humans upon biting them. These viruses can, like West Nile and…
My Health, Wealth & Happiness Goals
Now that I’ve turned 54-years-old, I’m thinking about mid-life goals even though this not a milestone year. I’ve decided to create priorities and organize my life three categories: health, wealth and happiness. Mid-Life Health Check-In My first step was to do all those medical appointments that I have been putting off: Doctor (physical) Dentist (cleaning–…
6 Things to Do for Your Teeth to Keep Them Strong and Healthy
When it comes to fitness, you probably think about your workouts and what you’re eating. But your overall health isn’t the only thing that could use the right fitness routine. Your oral health plays a very big role in your overall health, and caring for your teeth in the right way can help you in…







