You’d think that something with essentially only two ingredients — water and coffee — wouldn’t be too hard to master. If a coffee shop in the area can get $7 a cup, then you might concede it’s not easy. So is it possible to brew an awesome cup at home? Of course, with the right…
You’re packing to head out to the pool, or the beach, or vacation with swimsuit, sunhat, towels, and sunscreen. Don’t forget to pack a “beach read” — that novel that is easy, breezy, get-out-of-your head kind of escape. Pick up one — or more — of the following. Or if you’ve got one of the…
With Teacher Appreciation Week May 6-10, and the end of the school year right on itsheels, it’s time to find ways to say thanks to these amazing individuals who give of their time, their talents — and often their own funds — to make a profound impact on our kids’ lives. How can we give…
At least that’s how Phineas and Ferb describe summer break in their theme song (performed by Denton County’s Bowling for Soup). Parents can sympathize. There’s 11 weeks to plan for, and if you have kids in different age groups and your kids need activities while you work, making all the moving pieces fit together seems…
Busy school nights call for meals that are quick, simple, and satisfying. With these three easy dinner recipes featuring chicken, beef, and fish, you can whip up delicious meals in no time. Whether you’re a parent juggling homework help or a student squeezing in study sessions, these recipes have got you covered. With minimal prep…
“I don’t spoil my pet. I just adequately compensate them for the user experience they provide.” Here are 10 fun and safe ways to spoil your pet that won’t hurt their health or their behavior. They bring you so much joy, here’s how you can return the favor! If your pup loves adventure – and…
Halloween should always stay on the fun side of scary for kids. But for the 1 in 13 kids with food allergies, trick-or-treating could turn fun into life-or-death scary. Children with food allergies are at risk of accidental exposure to the candy handed out. Most of the candy available for Halloween is not labeled for…