Kristina
Kristina is a proud mom to three adventurous kids: a nine-year-old boy, a six-year-old girl, and a three-year-old girl. Kristina has always called Indiana home and loves that she is raising her family just minutes from where she grew up. Kristina is an English teacher with over fifteen years of experience teaching both in the classroom and online. Kristina is an avid reader and loves being outside, but only if she is close to a clean restroom. Kristina loves coffee, dark chocolate, wine, Disney, and good book recommendations.
When Parents Work From Home: The New Era of “Latchkey” Kids
The traditional latchkey kids of the 1980s would come home after school to an empty house because their parents were still at work. Many...
Busy Mom, New Rhythm: My Tap Dancing Hobby
About this time last year, I realized I didn’t have a hobby. I like to read, and I read quite a lot. But I...
Why I Love the Elf on the Shelf
It’s the most wonderful time of the year— elf season! Our family elf, Silly, just completed his first long flight from the North Pole...
Answering My Son’s Tough Questions
A baby’s first words lead to parental excitement and pride. A child’s first questions, while sometimes exhausting, are adorable. “What’s that? What’s THAT?”
I was...
How to Still Be an Awesome Parent When You Feel Horrible
Parents don’t get to take sick days, but we all have those days when we don't feel well. Cramps, sore muscles, headaches, fatigue… we...
The Other Disney World Theme Parks
Planning a trip to Disney World is overwhelming for even the most seasoned Disney vet. If you've never been before, understanding it all can...
Maybe Screen Time Is Not Such a Menace
Screen time.
Oh, how we love it and abhor it for our littles. Screen time is a respite for parents of tired toddlers, ten minutes...
An Organ Donor Saved My Mom’s Life
February 14 is National Donor Day, which is an extremely significant day for my family because it honors organ donors.
Over a decade ago, my...
A Mother’s Quest: Finding a Doll with Glasses
“It’s important for children to see themselves reflected in their toys.”
It is 11:48 p.m. on a Tuesday night, and this quote from psychologist Dr....