Is it true? Could granite’s 30-year reign be coming to an end? We can’t say for sure. In fact, we think granite remains a solid choice. After all, it’s both durable and attractive — and it’s become increasingly affordable too. But there’s... Read More

When you think about welcoming a little one into your home soon your heart flutters with excitement. You can’t wait to start building your life together and creating the perfect family you have always dreamed of. Whether you’re recently pregnant,... Read More

In His Illustrated Children’s Book, BENJI AND THE GIANT KITE, Bestselling Author Alan C. Fox Focuses On Perseverence, Dreams, and Letting Go Have you ever wanted one thing – just one thing – more than anything else in the world? A toy? A new... Read More

When kids carry more than 10% of their body weight, discomfort can occur Schools are in session across the U.S. and millions of backpack-carrying students are settling into new routines – some of which include bringing the same items home each... Read More

The idea that parents require “me time” is nothing new; the concept has been discussed, praised, and talked about countless times, and the general consensus is that all parents can benefit from spending time alone. There is, however, a fly in the... Read More

The Extracurricular is Crucial Schools like the University of Chicago are beginning to do away with test score requirements because so much research has pointed out that this is not indicative of the whole student. If a high schooler wants to truly set... Read More

We all want our kids to grow and develop into the best version of themselves, and whilst we try our best to encourage them to do whatever they want to do with their lives, deep down, we all have an idea of what we feel is best for them. The truth is,... Read More

By Eric Lupton, President Life Saver Pool Fence Nearly 300-children under the age of five drown in pools and spas every year. The number one way to prevent drownings is through proactive parent supervision, but most drownings occur when a child was... Read More

I’m a long-distance hiker and outdoor travel blogger. I first got into backpacking during college on the Appalachian Trail. Upon graduation, I set out to hike the Appalachian Trail in its entirety from Georgia to Maine. Six months and 2,000 miles... Read More