(Feb 1, 2020) As a former childcare provider and educator, I entered parenting with valuable experience “raising children”. What I didn’t know, is how many choices parents face, until I became one. It is mind blowing!

(March 16, 2022) It is already that time. Although we don’t want to admit it, we must. It’s tax season. Those two words alone can make teeth grind and headaches emerge. Most of us will ask ourselves “When will I have the time and energy?” seemingly over and over before finally sitting down to get started. Not only that, but are all documents and passwords needed to file in order? While these are dreaded questions, there is another that brings a bit of joy and hopefulness. If receiving a refund, where should it go how will I use it?

(September 14,2021) When I was young, back to school time meant Mom created checklists. Keeping track of things like supplies, clothes, lunches, after school care, field trips, sports schedules and equipment was nearly a full-time job with three boys. Creating a plan and doing our best were themes my family used in everything we did, especially planning for college.