February 18, 2020 As we continue to celebrate Black History month, we look towards a new field of inspiration: inventions. Minorities often don’t receive recognition for their hard work and many were never even acknowledged before their death. In order to take these stories of influential people and make them more personal, here are some…
October 17, 2018 Not every family is into celebrating Halloween, but the ones that do may struggle to find attractions that are kid-friendly. If your child gets spooked by the haunted houses and fright zones, but still likes the idea of dressing up, here are some suggestions that are a little less trick and a…
July 29, 2016 The Olympics are set to start on August 5th and the athletes have moved into their housing in the Olympic Village. They are becoming acclimated to the weather, timing, and food in the location where they will spend most of the next couple weeks. So how does the food situation work for such a…
May 3, 2016 There’s nothing quite like a summer vacation at the beach. Sunshine, blue skies, beautiful waters, and sandy beaches are the ideal elements of a memorable summer escape with the family. How can we protect the delicate ecosystems of our shorelines, so that the next generation can enjoy a summer at the beach,…
May 7, 2015 It’s almost Red Nose Day! While this comic fundraising initiative has been a hit in the UK for more than 25 years, it’s just now making a difference in the United States, with Walgreens leading the efforts. Red Nose Day is a campaign dedicated to raising money for children and young people…
August 12, 2014 It’s the second week of August. Some kids are already back to school. Labor Day creeps closer and we know that summer, the season of fun and adventure, is on its way out. But before we say goodbye, let’s look at the craziest, strangest, and biggest water fun available (perhaps you can plan…
June 16, 2014 If you’re not a soccer fan, you might have missed it. Last Thursday, June 12th, nearly everyone on the planet had their eyes turned toward Brazil and the opening of the World Cup. It is truly a universal event with teams working for years to qualify for each of the six global zones….
May 5, 2014 Many people confuse Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May in Spanish, with Mexico’s independence day but, in actuality, it is a national holiday commemorating the country’s victory over the French which, of course, was an important step towards attaining autonomy. While all special days are enjoyable, Cinco de Mayo is…
March 19, 2014 What were you born to be? Be a fabulous mom to your children? Introduce a new fashion line to the world? Prepare extraordinary gluten-free cuisine? Travel the world photographing exotic animals? Together with March of Dimes, eBay celebrates the potential in all of us. We are all born to be something great! And now…
March 13, 2014 St. Patrick’s Day is one of those holidays that has become associated with consuming copious amounts of emerald tinged beer in crowded pubs – but what if you’re not into drinking? Can you still have fun in the sea of green? Of course! Whether you stay in and enjoy a great…
March 10, 2014 There’s a good chance that morning came pretty early for you today. And if you’re a parent, it came even earlier, since you spent most of the night trying to convince your children to go to sleep last night. Because somehow, moving bedtime up an hour, makes them “not tired” for three. …
February 11, 2014 With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, companies have started bombarding our men with commercials telling them what they need to buy to declare their love. Tradition calls for things like edible delicacies, jewels, and intimate apparel. Just in case you feel confused or need to pass on some advice, here are…
January 27, 2014 Chinese New Year falls on Friday, January 31 in 2014 and, while the weather is chillier this time of year, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the festive occasion. The centuries old tradition and was originally held to honor ancestors and deities. Today, it is celebrated in many places around the…
December 20, 2013 One year I read a Christmas book to my young daughter and the next year she asked for it again. Now, 5 years later, we still read it each December, snuggled under a blanket near the fire. The month of December usually finds us extremely busy; between work, maintaining the house, doing…
December 18, 2013 The holidays, for many families, is a time to give back to those in need. But sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. Why not implement a new family tradition this year by working together to give something back to the community? You can start with your family interests and go from…
November 21, 2013 Today, families are more blended than ever which is a beautiful thing – but it can present some challenges, particularly where holidays are concerned. An interfaith marriage doesn’t necessarily have to result in a couple choosing one set of beliefs over another but, rather, they can learn to embrace and incorporate each…
December 14, 2012 I have many friends and family who have adopted the new tradition of Elf on the Shelf®. For those of you who have not heard of this latest Christmas craze, it is pretty much an elf doll that you adopt and keep in your home to let Santa know who to put…
May 9, 2012 What Makes A Mother? Mother’s Day was officially created in 1908 to honor mothers whose sons died in war. The earliest attempts to establish a Mother’s Day was rooted in women’s peace groups. It has since become a day to celebrate motherhood, mothers, and the positive contributions they make to our society….
March 19, 2012 Learning about various cultures is always fun and enlightening, not just for adults – but kids as well. This spring, people around the world will participate in activities and fun. From the ancient to the modern, these spring traditions and festivals may inspire something new you’ll want to try with your family….
December 26, 2011 I don’t know about you but, my family had a lot of traditions when I was growing up – and I really had no idea where most of them originated. We have always celebrated New Year’s Eve as a family. Not just mom, dad, and the kids – but local aunt, uncles,…
December 18, 2011 Congratulations to Splendid Market: the SocialMoms Blog of the Week! The first thing that attracted me to the Splendid Market blog was the simplicity of the layout and the photography. Everything from the crafts to the decorating were simply beautiful to look at, and I immediately wanted to try them out. I…
