Did you know that we celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday during the month of March? Or, that the National Education Association (NEA) has declared Read Across America Day (a.k.a. Dr. Seuss Day) to coincide with this celebration?  In fact, all over the country, community centers, libraries, and schools mark the month of March with fun activities […]

Do you remember how much fun fall was when you were a kid? You got to jump in the leaves, go to the pumpkin patch, dress up for Halloween and bake fall-themed treats. Or, at least, that’s what I did and I loved it. Little did I know that it actually meant quite a bit […]

It is our last morning in Umbria, Italy. My 5-year old daughter is restless. Instead of playing with her new friends, she’s upset about wearing shorts over a dress, she’s whining about having to eat breakfast and finding any excuse to complain. She is naturally tired after a week packed with adventures. And what an […]