Questionable Choices in Parenting
Laughing at life as a parent so they don't commit me
When we walk into any store, my kids always start rattling off everything they want. From toys to videos games, their list continues to grow and grow. Wanting “stuff” is a natural reaction for kids, but as parents, it’s our job to guide and teach our children the value of a dollar, earning that dollar, and saving that dollar.
I’m thrilled to be included in this article for US News and World Report about ways you can raise financially savvy kids at every age.
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It’s officially summer which means my kids will spend most of their days swimming. While my kiddos are pretty creative and make up plenty of games to play while in the pool, sometimes they need a little inspiration. But rather than spending a small fortune on pool games and toys, I’m sharing a few ways you can make pool games for your whole family. The best part– they are super easy and inexpensive to make. From relay races, pool scrabble and even a water gun race, head over to TLCme to see my latest post for a little pool time fun.
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If you find yourself buying band aids in bulk for your kiddos and you know that summer means a lot more trips to the first aid kit, check out my latest Life Hacks vlog from TLCme.
And for bonus points, see if you can spot Suggie in the background–she’s a sneaky old lady.
From using deodorant to prevent blisters to using onions for a bee sting, these first aid hacks will come in handy this summer.
The weather is too beautiful to be stuck inside. So Aaron, Lyla and I are getting out of the house and having a picnic. But don’t worry, packing for a picnic is a breeze with my picnic perfect hacks. Plus I have two super cute assistants to help me out on this weeks vlog.
Check out my latest for TLCme #LifeHacks where I’m sharing picnic perfect hacks. You are going to LOVE the s’more hack!
When the weather is beautiful outside, we are outside. Even though that means more fun, it can also mean more boo boos and trips to the first aid kit. But rather than reach for that first aid kit, let’s look inside your pantry for the best first aid hacks that are effective, natural, and use items you already have in your house! Here’s my latest segment from Good Morning Washington!
Sure you have your kids’ bedtime routines down to a science at home, but what happens when you are staying at a hotel with your kids? Goodbye precious routines and hello kid’s feet in your face all night. But a hotel stay doesn’t have to be a sleepless night for everyone. Here are sleep friendly hacks to send your kids off to dreamland when you are staying at a hotel.
My love for my alma mater runs deep. There is plenty of blue and gold WVU attire in my wardrobe, when a fellow Mountaineer achieves success, I swell with pride, and my husband and I still sing the unofficial school song, Country Roads, to our children as a lullaby–sorry, it was one off the few songs we BOTH knew every word.
Years after graduating from WVU, I have always felt that so many of the really wonderful things in my life were a result from attending my beloved university. So when I was asked to speak at a Pioneer Session about my experiences as a vlogger, blogger, and TV segment gal, I jumped at the chance. First I checked to make sure that I didn’t have anymore outstanding parking tickets from my glory days and then I got down to work.
So what is a Pioneer Session, you may ask? Well lucky for you, I can tell you! Pioneer Sessions at WVU are a way to celebrate alumni who are considered pioneers in their areas of expertise and careers, and a way to connect current students and alumni to facilitate learning and networking. Students and alumi can attend the sessions or watch the session streamed live.
What could I– a little older and wiser Mountaineer–offer to a generation of college students embarking on their futures. Mainly I told them to drink more water, wear sunscreen and NEVER LEAVE college, but then I shared the story of my career, how to use their social media as a powerful tool in connecting with others and landing a job, and the importance of developing their own brand.
To watch my Pioneer Session, click right here!
Your kids birthday parties can get elaborate real quick, right? So if you are looking to throw an amazing and fun party that doesn’t break the bank, check out my latest life hacks vlog from TLCme. has birthday party hacks that will save you time and money, while still throwing an awesome bash!