Double Dutch Braid Bun Updo Tutorial

Double Dutch Braid Bun Updo Tutorial curly hairstyle of the week

Bun hairstyles are my favorite when it comes to protective styles. We’ve come up with a double dutch braid bun updo that is pretty easy to do. It’s a great way to retain moisture, especially during cold seasons. But, it’s also a great hairstyle that can be worn for any occasion. If you have a little dancer…

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Don’t Call My Son a Girl, He’s a Boy!

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“He’s a Boy, Not a Girl!” I find myself repeating those words whenever someone refers to my son as my daughter. Honestly, I didn’t notice it at first. People would compliment my beautiful daughters and I’d say thank you. Then, my brain would do a mental remind and realize that they just called my son…

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Why Do Leaves Change Color in the Fall?

Why Do Leaves ChangeColor in the Fall-

Kids are naturally curious about the world around them. When my kids asked why do leaves change color in the fall, I thought the process would be best explained by conducting a science experiment. Why Do Leaves Change Color in the fall? Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in leaves. They become green as a…

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Mornings On 1: A Fresh Approach to Morning TV

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I’ve been in the news business for over 10 years and haven’t been this excited about any of my previous TV gigs (no disrespect to my past employers). But, you’ll probably agree with me when you see Mornings On 1 for yourself. Honestly, I assumed it would be like every other morning news program. Boy, was…

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What Should Kids be Taught about Christopher Columbus?

What Should Kids be Taught about Christopher Columbus

Christopher Columbus discovered America. That’s what we’re taught in school. My teachers didn’t go into details about how he enslaved Africans, natives of the West Indies, and forced non-Christians to convert to Christianity (among other horrific things). The Truth About Christopher Columbus I realized that lessons about the explorer is still very much the same when…

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5 Tips for Stay-at-Home Moms Returning to Work

Returning to Work TIPS FOR STAY-AT-HOME MOMS

If you’re a stay-at-home mom planning on returning to work, you’re probably wondering how to jump back into the work force after such a long hiatus. I totally get it. Two years ago I made one of the toughest decisions of my life. I decided to quit my full time TV job. With our daughter…

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How to Talk to Kids About Hurricanes

How to Talk to Kids About Hurricanes

When my daughter came home talking about hurricane Irma, I realized that it was time to speak with her about hurricanes. She’s always enjoyed making Youtube videos demonstrating various weather conditions. So it was no surprise that she wanted to have a discussion about tropical cyclones with her friends at school. “What did you do at school?”…

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Family Vacation: What to Look for When Booking a Hotel

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Planning a family vacation is fun, but can be tedious at the same time. As a wife and mom of two small kids, it feels almost impossible to meet everyone’s needs. But, I’ve managed to please the entire family this year by booking the right hotel. If your family takes a vacation annually, you may…

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