Nov 23, 2023 | Burlington, Family Time, From the Heart, Greensboro, High Point, Holidays, Kernersville, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper For most of us, Thanksgiving is a day when we reflect on what we are thankful for in our lives. We are reminded to not take all we have for granted. Even the things that may seem normal and simple. For instance, the roof over our head,...
Jan 20, 2020 | From the Heart, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Kelly Gunzenhauser, a local Kindergarten teacher As we celebrate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we reflect on what he is best known for: leading the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950’s and 60’s. But in this age of continued racism and...
Jan 11, 2020 | Family Time, Local Resources, Non Profits, Parenting & Family
By TMoM team member Rachel Hoeing Did you know that Random Acts of Kindness Week kicks off on February 16 this year? It’s the perfect time to be a positive role model for your children. “Random Acts of Kindness” are ways that we can make others feel better, or...
Aug 11, 2014 | From the Heart, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Rachel Hoeing Most of the time, when we do something for others, we do it with no strings attached and we do it without acknowledgement. This is a true act of giving and a true gesture of compassion. But, when it comes to raising a family, we need to make sure our...
Mar 22, 2024
Kindness is in your blood! The Deuterman Law Group is sponsoring its annual American Red Cross Blood Drive in the Renaissance Room at the Carolina Theatre. To make an appointment to donate, call (800) RED-CROSS or (800) 733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter...
Mar 12, 2024 | Adults, From the Heart, Holidays, Just for Dads, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Religion
By Guest Blogger Abla Awadallah Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is considered the holiest month for Muslims around the world. It is a time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community for Muslims, during which they abstain from food,...
Feb 17, 2024 | Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, From the Heart, High School & Beyond, Homeschooling, Just for Dads, Just for Moms, Middle School, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Preschool, Private Schools, Raising Children, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Tweens & Teens
By Anique Fredrick This post contains affiliate links. You won’t be charge and additional to shop them, but we may get a small commision. Black History Month is a time to honor the achievements, history, and culture of African Americans. One of the best ways to...
Feb 16, 2024 | Burlington, By Location, Friday Finds, Greensboro, High Point, High School & Beyond, Just for Dads, Just for Moms, Kernersville, Local Events, Local Resources, Middle School, Moms & Dads, Private Schools, Teens & Tweens, Tweens & Teens, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper In today’s Friday Finds: Middle School and High School Open House – February 20 The 2024 TMoM Choice Awards Finalists are Announced! Journey Around the World with The North Carolina Brass Band Have You Entered the RhinoLeap...
Feb 7, 2024 | -, Babies, Baby Directories, By Location, Education, Helpful Lists & Directories, Local Resources, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Toddler & Preschool Directories, Toddlers & Preschool
Updated by TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders This directory is sponsored by The Nest Schools. At The Nest Schools, each day holds a promise to our families. We create a culture of kindness, build the foundations for wellness for life, make learning fun, and continually...
Feb 5, 2024 | Babies, Books, Supplies & Gear, Education, Elementary Age, Family Time, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd This post contains affiliate links you won’t be charged any additional to shop through them, but we may earn a commission. A great way to lift the doldrums of the cold, dreary month of February is with a day dedicated to...
Jan 16, 2024 | Adults, From the Heart, Just for Dads, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting Tips
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd I was listening to NPR on my car radio one afternoon and heard the reporter relay one negative story after another. It felt as though the world was filled with nothing but sadness, tragedy, and unrest. Instead of feeling...
Nov 27, 2023 | Burlington, By Location, Family Time, Greensboro, High Point, Holidays, Kernersville, Parenting & Family, Religion, Winston-Salem
Written by Guest Blogger Katelyn Cohen-Kivett What is Hanukkah and why is it celebrated? Hanukkah is a vibrant and meaningful Jewish festival celebrated worldwide. The term “Hanukkah” originates from the Hebrew word for dedication, highlighting the...
Nov 24, 2023 | Adult Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Juan Santos M.S., CRC, LCMHC Have you thought to yourself, how do I treat myself during the ups and downs of life? How do I treat myself when things are going well? How do I treat myself when life kicks me right in the rear end? Life, will without a...
Nov 7, 2023 | Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Middle School, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Private Schools, Raising Children, Religion, Teens & Tweens, Winston-Salem
By Kim Watkins, Marketing and Communications Coordinator at Redeemer School Choosing an educational path can be a challenge for parents in the Triad, where there are many schools to consider, not to mention a vibrant homeschool community. I’ve passed my share of...
Oct 26, 2023 | Adults, For the Home, Just for Moms, Non Profits
By Guest Blogger Marisa McCann In 2021, Jen Hamilton, a nurse and mom from the North Carolina Piedmont Triad, found herself deeply moved by the story of a local overwhelmed mom who was struggling to keep up with the demands of housework. Determined to make a...
Oct 15, 2023 | Adults, From the Heart, Just for Moms, Parenting & Family, Single Parenting, Working Parents
By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper As moms, we give and give. We give our time, love, help, support and most of all grace. Yet, we rarely give ourselves grace. This got me thinking about things I need to remember for myself. If I need to remind myself of these, I...
Oct 3, 2023 | Children's Health & Developmental Concerns, Children's Health & Wellness, Elementary, Elementary Age, From the Doctor, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Dr. Juan Santos, CRC, LCMHC, of Santos Counseling As a dad, I see ADHD every day in my daughter. My wife and I are constantly working with her to build self-confidence, knowing the challenges that come with ADHD, and teaching her tools to navigate...
Sep 12, 2023 | Arts & Enrichment Activities, Children's Museums & Playhouses, Elementary Age, Family Time, Greensboro, Parenting & Family, Toddlers & Preschool
By Jessica Clifford Imagine. Leaves the color of burnt gold and crimson drifting calmly to the ground from wavering trees. The sun peeks through the fluffy clouds to say hello! The windy autumn day begs you to get out, get moving, and gather family and friends for a...
Sep 2, 2023 | Adults, From the Heart, Just for Moms, Marriage & Couples
By Guest Blogger Tracy Huneycutt I turn 44 in September. I feel like I have reached the halfway mark in life. While that feels bittersweet, I have also started to embrace aging with a more confident mindset than I had in my younger years. I consider myself to be very...
Feb 4, 2023 | Elementary Age, Family Time, From the Heart, Holidays, Moms & Dads, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Tracy Huneycutt This Valentine’s Day, our children will celebrate the holiday with a plethora of chocolates and sweets. Plus, tear-apart cards for school friends, and maybe even small gifts, toys, or stuffed animals. This year, I am committed to...
Jan 21, 2023 | Adult Health & Wellness, From the Heart, Health, Moms & Dads
By Guest Blogger Tara Pitts My family and I once had an unexpected hard time with the opportunity to witness amazing goodness. It began when I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia. As a busy mother of two young daughters, I had popped into my primary care...
Jan 12, 2023 | Children's Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health, Teens & Tweens, Tweens & Teens
By Guest Blogger Dr. Juan Santos, CRC, LCMHC Have you noticed any behavioral or mood changes in your teen during the winter months? Maybe they are in bed longer than usual or not going out as much with friends. Season Affective Disorder is a seasonal depression that...
Dec 1, 2022 | Adults, By Stage, Elementary Age, Family Time, Hot Topics, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Tweens & Teens
By TMoM Team Member Dennette Bailey America is a rich and glorious country composed of diverse people, who have in the past and now continue, to contribute to its success. America is abounding in resources, but its major resource is her people, and her continued...
Nov 14, 2022 | Adult Health & Wellness, Adults, By Stage, Food & Nutrition, Health, Holidays, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Nutrition
By Guest Blogger Alona Orofino For many years, I saw the Holidays as a food free-for-all. Then come New Year, I would feel gross and happily jump back on the “healthy” train. This pattern was my normal. And it seems to be the norm for a lot of people that I know. But...
Aug 1, 2022 | Birthday Parties, Helpful Lists & Directories, Local Resources
Updated by TMoM Team Member Kodia Byers If you need help planning your child’s next birthday party, you have come to the right place! Scroll down to find the most comprehensive directory for birthday services that come to you! Triad Birthday Parties have so many...
Jul 20, 2022 | Adults, By Stage, Just for Dads, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Ellen Bryant Lloyd In recent years, stories about children who are bullied have increased exponentially. It breaks my heart every time I hear about a child who has been bullied to the point of being harmed by others or harming themselves. I have come...
May 2, 2022 | Adult Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads
By Guest Blogger Juan Santos M.S., CRC, LCMHC Are you feeling stuck in life? The feeling itself can hold a weight that makes life feel unbearable. People often experience a form of being stuck in life during milestones and changes life. A common one, is the milestone...
Apr 17, 2022 | Family Time, Holidays, Parenting & Family
By TMoM Team Member Katie Moosbrugger Happy Easter! If you are looking for unique ideas to celebrate Easter, we’ve gathered a great list of suggestions below. For many of us Easter symbolizes a new start, life, gathering and abundance. Beyond the significant...
Feb 21, 2022 | Adult Health & Wellness, From the Heart, Health, Moms & Dads
By Guest Blogger Diane Olsen Growing up with a parent with mental illness is just hard. And confusing. And exciting. And exhausting. Growing up with a mother who is bi-polar and narcissistic is difficult. And nerve-wracking. And embarrassing. And soul-crushing. And...
Jan 29, 2022 | Adult Health & Wellness, From the Heart, Health, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads
By TMoM Team Member Dennette Bailey This year I decided to go into 2022 with this specific purpose in mind. The entirety of my life will demonstrate a positive impact. As a result, I have developed a 73-year plan. My prayer is that I have 73 years left on this earth...