Ask an Expert: A Bespoke Travel Planner answers all our top questions
It seems only fitting that Jen answered all of our top travel questions just before taking off for the most complex trip she's ever planned - Japan! While Jen's love of traveling with her own family runs deep, her and her team of travel planners have guided and planned some truly special trips for hundreds of families. Passionate about exploring the world, helping families make memories and really experience other cultures, she graciously shares her tips and insights below.
Kids & Social Media: How do you manage?
Our kids were born into a world with social media. While we may have checked AOL Instant Messenger away messages in college, that's the equivalent of a carrier pigeon to what they have at their fingertips today. And, the waters for how manage this world are muddy - at best. Since several of our Spilling Goodness moms are on just the cusp of this challenge, we've tapped into two guest mom contributors. They are moms of older kids and generously added their experience to the
What are the best and worst things you bought because you were "influenced"?
There's no doubt that the algorithm is trying to figure out just what to slip into our feeds to see if we'll click through. Sometimes, we find fantastic recommendations and other times we end up with duds. Think of this as the highs and l
ows of what we've been influenced to purchase. On either side of the coin, we'd share these successes or cautionary tales with our deerest friends.
Share your thoughts on summer boredom!
Let's talk about the speed of summer - yes, it does seem to fly by, but overall how does a summer day feel? Rushed, on-the-go, scheduled, "full" OR slower, unscheduled, wandering and "open"? Either way, when we settle into the rhythm of our summers, do our kids get bored? Get busy? Get creative? Or, get curious?
What is your favorite way to enjoy a watermelon?
To quote Harry Styles, "Watermelon sugar high!" Or, shall we say, "Watermelon sugar - Hi!"?? Bringing a lighter look at a summer favorite today - the little "ah" that comes from a perfectly sweet summer watermelon. On a hot day, poolside, pre-cut, mixed into a mocktail (or cocktail), added to a salad, happily on a plate next to something grilled - let us count the (little) ways that watermelon is such a simple treat.
Ask Experts: Book lovers share all
Their love of reading is contagious, it feels like they have collectively read every book on the planet and combined they spill so much goodness while wheeling their Book Club Cart. And, today we have the treat of bringing both their passion for reading and their practical advice to some of our biggest questions. We are asking Ali and Emilee about all things reading related!
A Father's Day Treat: Hear from our Kids!
Who better to share why dads are so incredible than our children? In honor of Father's Day, we asked our kids to each answer a question about their dad. These three questions shine a light on their special relationships, connection and the countless lessons dads teach - often without even knowing it. As our best partners in parenting, it is extra special to hear how our kids feel their love. We hope these questions help as conversations starters.
