by Rebecca Hastings | Jan 13, 2021 | Parenting
Remember how life used to be, back before a worldwide pandemic changed everything from where we go to how we learn? Often, I find myself looking in the rearview mirror wondering what happened and how to get back there. Back to the days when kids went to a physical... 
by Rebecca Hastings | Dec 23, 2020 | Parenting, Tips & Guides
Discover free ways to enjoy your holiday season with your kids! I’d like to say that December only brings cozy opportunities for family bonding and reflecting on the meaning of the season. The reality is, however, that we are bombarded with long lists of things to do.... 
by Rebecca Hastings | Dec 21, 2020 | Parenting, Tips & Guides
You can tame the homework headache in your house with these simple tips! Everyone had a busy day. Maybe it was at school learning and working hard. Maybe it was at home keeping up with the household. Maybe it was at work doing what you love or what needs to be done.... 
by Rebecca Hastings | Dec 9, 2020 | Parenting, Tips & Guides
I never used to let my kids spend this much time looking at screens. Not that we were anti-screens, but we definitely set limits trying to heed a more conservative electronics approach. Each day they had a window of time they could play games, be on an iPad or watch... 
by Rebecca Hastings | Nov 18, 2020 | Parenting
I thought it was an ordinary Tuesday. A day full of hope and promise for fun and learning. A normal day—until I looked at the clock. One minute the clock is kind telling us we have plenty of time to get our people ready and out the door for a new day. Suddenly, it... 
by Rebecca Hastings | Nov 16, 2020 | Parenting
When conferences come up every spring and fall, I get excited about that fifteen minute slot allotted to have a one on one with my child’s teacher. I look forward to hearing about progress and struggles and strengths through more than what I see in homework... 
