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Holiday Family Fun in Traverse City

***This article originally appeared in the Winter 2013 issue of Traverse Bay Family Magazine. It has been reprinted with permission.*** As the temperatures drop and the winds blow, the girls start to get tired of being cooped up in the house. Luckily, there are lots of things to do around Traverse City during the cold, […] Read more…

Fun Fall Snacks

***This article was originally published in the Fall 2013 issue of Traverse Bay Family Magazine. It has been reprinted with permission.*** When I was first working on this I was a little concerned that my photos wouldn’t be Pinterest worthy. And then I realized that this a family magazine with articles written by real families […] Read more…

fall family fun in Grand Traverse County

Fall Family Fun in the Grand Traverse area

*** This post originally appeared in the Fall 2013 issue of Traverse Bay Family.  It has been reprinted with permission. *** By the end of summer, I’m past ready for Fall. With temperatures starting to drop by mid-August, I just want a little consistency in the weather and frankly, I’m craving apples, squash & soups. […] Read more…

Diapers, Lotions and Toys Oh MY!

***This article originally appeared in Traverse Bay Family Magazine.  It has been reprinted with permission. *** Looking for a gift for a new mom? Looking to get a little something for a new baby even though you don’t NEED anything? Or maybe just curious about the monthly box craze?  Is it really worth it? When […] Read more…

3 Best Family Beaches in TC

***This post originally appeared in the Summer 2013 issue of Traverse Bay Family Magazine. It has been reprinted with permission. ***   Because the winter in Traverse City is so short compared to the rest of the country, we like to have everything ready to seize the day and enjoy the beach. Having a family-friendly […] Read more…

4 Outdoor Games that Do Not Require Equipment

***This article originally appeared in the Spring 2014 issue of Traverse Bay Family Magazine. It has been reprinted with permission.***   The days of kids playing in large neighborhood groups seem to be over and with them, games that can be played without prior planning and gear seem to be disappearing. I’ve found that there […] Read more…

5 Tips for Gardening With Kids

***This article originally appeared in the Spring 2014 issue of Traverse Bay Family Magazine. It has been reprinted with permission.***   I’m not much of a gardener. All you will find in my yard are hostas, vinca and day lilies — all known for their ability to take abuse and/or neglect.   That doesn’t stop […] Read more…

Organizing for Spring

***This article originally appeared in the Spring 2013 issue of Traverse Bay Family Magazine.  It has been preprinted with permission.***  Every year, people all over the country start talking about spring cleaning. A holdover from when everyone used to heat with wood, people took advantage of the fact that they no longer need to use […] Read more…

Spring Brunches & Punches

***This article originally appeared in the Spring 2013 issue of Traverse Bay Family Magazine. It has been reprinted with permission.*** I love throwing a good brunch. Especially being pregnant, it really is the best time of day for me to entertain. I’m pretty much out of energy by dinner and eating late gives me heartburn. […] Read more…

Outdoor Themed Easter Basket Ideas

***This post originally appeared in the Spring 2014 issue of Traverse Bay Family Magazine.  It has been reprinted with permission.***   I am a gift giver.  It’s one of my love languages.   I really dislike having a ton of clutter and toys all over the house and yard though.   In order to cut […] Read more…

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