Today is definitely a bit of a cheat. This is not a typical “get out and enjoy a day with Evan” kind of post. But it does carry the same spirit. Typically, I plan a lot of small trips because we don’t usually do a big summer vacation. We tend to do a big vacation … Read more
This just might be my last official Field Trip Friday for the summer. Sniff. Because school is starting up in just over a week and we’re heading to Florida to take a sort of family vacation before it’s officially back to the grindstone. Have you ever noticed how summer goes? For me, anyway, it’s something like this: … Read more
I have a confession. Our Friday field trips almost never take place on a Friday. Because honestly, we have to fit in our fun where we can. Most of the breaks from our daily grind (me = in front of the computer, Evan = in front of the computer while watching TV) include a quick … Read more
In case you’ve missed it, it’s July already. In fact, it’s almost the middle of July and I’m in a full on panic. This happens to me every year and I realize that precious summer moments are slipping away. With only one child, I have a one shot deal every summer to make it memorable. It … Read more
Here’s how new experiences usually go with my son Evan. Me: Evan, guess what we’re going to do? We’re going to (fill in the blank with something every other kid would think to be fun)!!! Evan: Do we have to do that? Can’t we just stay home so I can (watch TV/play video games/be a slug on … Read more
When summer vacation hits, we’re either traveling or trying to remember what day it is. And if you have kids, that quickly turns into boredom. Summer day trips are the perfect antidote! So now, you need to think about yourself. When summer vacation hits, what kind of parent are you? YAY! Summer vacation is here!!! … Read more
As a kid, Williamsburg, VA was a drivable destination for a short family vacation but it wasn’t always one that we got excited about as kids. We actually took very few vacations when I was growing up but those that we did take certainly stood out in my mind. In particular, I recall my parents renting … Read more
As summer is approaching, I’ll soon be managing my days alongside a 7 year old child wondering what he can do all day (besides play video games and watch TV). It’s especially hard when I’ve got work to do and all my work involves screen time. When I was better at managing life a few years … Read more
