The changing and challenging weather we have had across the country has impacted many of us in different ways. Some have been barely touched, and some of us have been forced out of our homes because of the damage nature has delivered. The losses, ranging from flooding to missing roofs of homes, can force you and your family to head for the hills while repairs are ongoing. What are some great places to go, while your home is in recovery mode?[Readm More]
The family vacation is now underway. The truck is loaded to the gills, bags on the roof, kids packed in the back seats. Fueled up and rolling, you are knocking back the miles when it starts. Tick, tick, tick turns into bang bang bang then Whump, the smoke monster starts to break free from your engine compartment. A hurried turn of the wheel to get to the side of the road and then you are standing, staring in head-scratching confusion, looking deeply into your engine compartment, not knowing what to do next. [Readm More]
There is a reason why it is called the great outdoors. Â Sometimes a family needs to just unwind and unplug the electronics for a weekend and embark on an adventure in the fresh air and open skies. Kids need to be introduced to nature now more than ever with a recent study revealing that a majority of children spend less time outside than U.S. prisoners. Â With that kind of shocking research, it may be time to pack up the family and go away for a weekend. Â Initially, your kids may have a meltdown to be away from the comforts of home, but you will be making memories as a family that will last a lifetime.[Readm More]