It’s been a crazy year and we can all use a little holiday cheer. I have put together a guide to see the best holiday lights and events in Tampa Bay. Grab the family and continue this fun tradition during the holidays. Many places have created safety measures so everyone can enjoy the beautiful lights […]
Author Archives: Tricia Sportsman
Please know that I see the worried look on your face when you realize your child and mine are in the same class. I know what you are thinking even if the thought hasn’t fully formed in your head. I know, because I have had those same thoughts. Parents, I owe you an apology. You […]
Hi Moms! You know as well as we do that being a mom is hard work. It can be isolating, overwhelming and completely exhausting. In our endless quest to provide the perfect Halloween costume, coordinated outfits, perfectly executed activity drop-off/pick-ups (not to mention avoiding stepping on that stray lego), moms can get lost in the […]
It’s ten o’clock in the morning on a Wednesday in the middle of January; a time when children are expected to be in school, sitting upright with pen and paper in hand, having knowledge crammed into their soft, pliable brains. My kids, on the other hand, are still in their PJ’s, laying on the couch […]
IMG_3932 copy I can’t tell you how many times I wished parenting came with a handbook or quick tips on how to navigate the hard situations. Special needs parenting comes with a totally different handbook with missing pages, different languages and a few hieroglyphics to keep it fun. So, as the parent, you struggle to […]
The kids are out of school and it’s time to enjoy some fun in the sun. Whether you’re heading to the beach for a staycation or just hanging out by the pool, here are some must-haves to keep you looking your best this summer. Swimsuit Cover-ups: This Lily Pulitzer cover-up from Pink Palm is fun and […]
Confession time, have your kids been reading this summer? Or have they been playing a few video games and watching TV a little more than you’d like to admit? I’ll be honest, my kids are pretty balanced this summer. While I’ve been a little more relaxed on screen time and bedtime, they have been spotted with […]
I have two daughters. One daughter loves to read. She can read for hours and never get bored. She takes after her mom. I have to beg my other daughter to read. Much like her dad, she just doesn’t seem interested in reading. Summer Reading Programs were started for kids just like her. They encourage […]
So I get it, we aren’t the normal situation. Most people with a 3 year old either have daycare established that can continue through the summer months, or have a stay at home component. We don’t. Our son has been asked to leave 2 day cares, one for hitting last October, and one because he […]
Summer is upon us, and I haven’t prepared a thing!! This will be my first experience with a child out of school for the summer. Last year, the months flew by with little change in our routine. This year, I’ll admit, I have gotten used to having one in school and only ONE at home while I work. […]