The holidays are around the corner!! While I love the time with family and friends, I get a little anxious when I think about all the extra time and money that can come along with them. Below are some tips that I try to follow that you may find helpful too: *The guideline for holiday spending is about […]
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Eat Together
For over a decade CASA Columbia has been promoting the benefits of frequent dinners by celebrating Family Day on the third Monday of September. The family dinner table (or breakfast or lunch) offers a great opportunity for parental engagement on a daily basis. Research that shows youth who eat regular meals with their families are […]
Why Should You Read to Your Young Children?
A recent survey from the non-profit group Reading is Fundamental found that only one-third of parents read at bedtime to their young children. While over 85% of parents report reading some of the time, 50% said that their children spent most of their time watching TV or playing video games. Why should it concern us […]
Want to Save Money this Vacation?
Summertime…… vacation time……… expensive time? It doesn’t have to be cost you a small fortune to go on vacation. Here are a few tips that will help you save money this vacation season. Have a “staycation” and stay at home. Visit the local special spots that you always plan to visit but may normally not […]
Happy Birthday America
Happy Birthday America! As you and I gather with family and friends to watch the fireworks, picnics and parades, let’s not forget to share with our children the real meaning of this special time of celebration. Teaching them and reminding ourselves, why independence from Great Britain was important is another step in creating the character […]
Traditions to Treasure
It’s about now that many of us are taking a look at our lists, and checking them twice. How are we ever going to get everything done so that we meet the expectations and not work around the clock? If you really want to know what is important, ask the children what things they look […]