Raising Children to Weather the Storm
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…
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…
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?”…
It’s not everyday you get to witness a total solar eclipse. But, you may able to catch a glimpse of the next one on Monday, August 21, 2017. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun thereby creating a shadow. The National Weather Service reports that the path…
This post is sponsored by Kohl’s. I received the included Carter’s clothes as compensation. When it comes to back to school shopping, buying on a budget is my priority. Let’s face it; kids are expensive! My husband and I spend a about 50 bucks a week on food for them alone. It all adds up….
Hurricane preparedness shouldn’t be taken lightly. With hurricane season in full swing, it’s important to know what to do in the event of a natural disaster, including searching for a cheap MRE for emergency preparedness, ensuring you have essential supplies that can sustain you through any challenging circumstances. We can all agree that weather can…
Day in the life of a meteorologist varies depending on who you ask. Even though I no longer work full time, I sometimes get called in to fill-in for the morning meteorologist at my old station, News 12 Networks. People often ask me about my job as a weathercaster. They’re shocked when they find out…
Weather changes everyday, and the science behind it is pretty interesting. My kids are always asking me about how different weather patterns happen. So, I often turn our chats into lessons. Whether discussing cloud formation or how to make it rain, they get excited about learning it all. If your kiddos are just as curious…
