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  • Fires put Australian wildlife at risk, here’s how to help

    Like most people who grew up outside of Australia, I’ve always been fascinated by the country’s unique ecosystem and variety of animals found only in that part of the world. Viewing koalas, kangaroos and other native Australian animals at local zoos was the closest I ever got to witness this…

  • This book made me appreciate teachers even more

    Whenever I think about who inspired me to become a writer, my second-grade teacher comes to mind. When I think about who inspired me to think critically, and ask questions, a high school teacher comes to mind. When I think about who will shape and influence my children over the…

  • Ten hilarious toddler theories on what we do in the bathroom

    Before children, I had no idea how lucky I was to be able to use the bathroom in peace and privacy. Ah, to just use the toilet with nobody pounding on the door or screaming for you the whole time. Those were the days. Once I had kids, I soon…

  • Groceries and gratitude

    “The card didn’t go through,” the cashier said, after I attempted to pay for my groceries. I inserted my credit card into the reader once more. Again, nothing. I sighed heavily, baffled by why my card wasn’t working. I don’t struggle financially. My payments are on time. I was annoyed.…

  • Tech-free tips for keeping kids happy on the go

    Unpredictable moods, constant whining and non-stop hunger make traveling with children a daunting task for families. And, while many parents, including me, are grateful for the wealth of tech products to keep our kids entertained, often we need, or want, to leave the gadgets behind. Whether you are a tech-free…

  • Supporting our Vets beyond Veterans Day

    The parades have ended, the uniforms are folded and tucked away, the little American Flags go back into storage, and life goes on. Veterans Day has come and gone, and while those of us who never served will go back to our regular lives, many of our veterans remain some…

  • Put down the screaming toddler, and pick up this book

    Moby Dick, Crime and Punishment, The Catcher in the Rye, these are just a few of the many books that speak so boldly to the human experience. The anguish, the despair — the general disdain and confusion for humanity — are all laid out for the reader’s consumption. Yet, no piece of…

  • Not all families celebrate Halloween

    With Halloween mere days away, many American parents are scrambling to put last-minute costumes together, dealing with kids who can’t make up their minds about what they want to be, stocking up on extra candy, and hoping nobody gets into too much trouble. This is a fun time of year…

  • It’s not your fault, some babies are just hard

    You push the stroller through the door of your local baby group, amazed you were able to make it out the door. Your eyes are bloodshot and droopy from not having a good night’s sleep in months. You gaze around at all the put-together, well-rested parents, each holding happy, well-behaved…

  • Sukkot: The awesome Jewish holiday you (probably) never heard of

    If you are Jewish (or have at least a few Jewish friends), you probably saw a lot of stuff about Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. Indeed, those two holidays are, in my estimation, the most widely observed among the Jewish people, with Yom Kippur, in particular, holding a good deal…