Getting kids to do their chores can be like pulling teeth—especially if you aren’t offering the right incentives. Chore charts not only help to equally divide the responsibilities, they also make the entire process more fun. Just getting to refer to a colorful chart to see what’s on his plate… Read more
Adopting a cat or dog is a noble act, but it does come with its obstacles. Just the process of adoption itself can be a trying one. In the end, it’ll be worth it, but you should know that the first 30 days after you bring home your new pet… Read more
If you have a dog who loves running around in the fresh air—and what dog doesn’t?—then he probably welcomes summer with open paws every year. You and your four-legged friend have plenty of options for outings when the temperatures start to warm up, and they extend beyond the obvious ones… Read more
When the school calendar is down to one page, kids start getting antsy. The end of the school year is nigh and they can taste it. Before long, you’ll have a houseful of kids on your hands, begging to be entertained—the excitement of summer wears off shortly after the 4th… Read more
Many volunteer positions require a weekly commitment, maybe a few hours on a Tuesday night or half of your Saturday every week. While carving this time out of your schedule is a noble thing to do, it might not necessarily be a realistic goal for every week. What happens when… Read more