8 Things I’m Glad I Did When My Kids Were Little (And 8 Things I Wish I’d Done Differently)
Looking Back: Parenting Lessons I Learned While Raising My Kids If there’s one thing parenthood teaches us, it’s that…
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An Open Letter to My Students at the End of the School Year
 Reflections from a Former Elementary School Teacher It happens without fair warning. Days get longer, weather gets warmer,…
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Free & Low-Cost Summer Activities in the Triad (Family-Friendly Guide)
Free and low-cost summer activities in the Triad are a lifesaver when kids are home all day. While children…
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Mother’s Day Events in the Triad
Mom’s are amazing people. For most of their mom life they are continuously giving. Giving birth, giving nourishment, giving…
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Teaching kids about Memorial Day
For many families, Memorial Day with kids means backyard cookouts, pool openings, and long weekends spent together. While those…
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The Ultimate Mother-Daughter Prom Shopping Guide at Friendly Center (Dresses, Hair, Makeup & More!)
Updated by Kodia Byers 2026 | Originally written by Ellen Bryant Lloyd 2019 Friendly Center has been my preferred…
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Celebrating Earth Day with Kids
I should preface this by warning you that I’m the last person anyone would suggest to write a post…
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Egg Hunts, Easter Events and Visits with the Bunny in the Triad (2026)
Spring has arrived, which means it is time for Easter egg hunts, family-friendly events, and visits with the Easter…
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Best Daycare in the Triad: How to Find Trusted Year-Round Child Care
For many families, finding the best daycare in the Triad isn’t just another task on the parenting to-do list…
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Effects of Birth Order on Personality & Family (Fact vs Theory)
If you’ve ever looked at your kids and wondered whether their personalities are shaped by birth order, you’re not…
