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by Jessica Perkins Today I had the privilege of taking my 8-year old (alone) on errands with me. Wow. One. One, older child…is so easy and light to travel with. She’s so self-sufficient. Buckling and unbuckling…alone. Helping open doors and carrying things. We...
When 12-year-old Clara was diagnosed with leukemia in 2019, there were some days during her treatments when she couldn't eat or even get out of bed. During those times, she found it was helpful to have something to play or fidget with. She started...
In 2020 it's cool to be nerdy! Because let's face it – we all have a bit of an inner geek! Whether your kid is super into D&D, Pokeman, Magic the Gathering, or just trying to find their tribe, here are some options for free and fun gaming around the area. Queen...
Who are you? My name is Lisa Riley and I live in Queen Village with my husband Neville Vakharia, a professor at Drexel University in the Department of Arts and Entertainment Enterprise, and my kids kids Zane, 16 (Academy at Palumbo) and Maya, 11 (Meredith). Tell...
by Dr. Amanda K. Darnley, Psy.D Self-esteem is how we feel about ourselves. It’s our self-worth or value and it is touted as a pretty big part of our mental well-being. Low self-esteem has long been associated with mental health concerns (like depression) and risky...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day isn't just another day off school. It's a national day of service, offering opportunities to give back to our communities. And it's a great opportunity for tweens to engage in the practice of coming together to give back. Here is a round-up...
by Jessica Perkins Today I had the privilege of taking my 8-year old (alone) on errands with me. Wow. One. One, older child…is so easy and light to travel with. She’s so self-sufficient. Buckling and unbuckling…alone. Helping open doors and carrying things. We...
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