Proactive Strategies for Developing Leadership Qualities in Your Children

Image via Freepik In an ever-evolving world, the task of nurturing leadership qualities in children is more critical than ever. This journey is about imparting knowledge and shaping characters capable of leading with compassion, accountability, and resilience. By strategically guiding our children, we prepare them to navigate the complexities of tomorrow’s world with confidence andContinueContinue reading “Proactive Strategies for Developing Leadership Qualities in Your Children”

Miniature Golf Moments

I was four years old when I emptied my bladder on a miniature golf course. Like most toddlers, I waited until the most inconvenient time to tell my dad that I had to go. Not unlike my usual timing of whispering to my mom that I had to go potty during the climax of mostContinueContinue reading “Miniature Golf Moments”

Beat the Heat with SP’s New Snowball Stand

For many Marylanders, snowballs are life. It makes sense, they originated in our state. More on that history later. It has been many years since a snowball stand existed in Severna Park. Thanks to B&A Snowball Station, the wait is over. Located behind The Big Bean at 4 Riggs Ave, the new icy watering holeContinueContinue reading “Beat the Heat with SP’s New Snowball Stand”

Ode to Kinder

Dear Kinder,After all these years and memories, it’s well overdue that I write you this love letter. While most refer to you as Kinder Farm Park, you will always and forever be just “Kinder” to those who know and love you best.I remember our early days together with me rolling down your hills, especially theContinueContinue reading “Ode to Kinder”

Haircut Mishaps

I was 4 years old when the first haircut mishap happened. My friend Emily came over to play. What began as a pretend haircut quickly turned into me actually cutting her hair and mine. The result? Jagged bangs for me and an uneven haircut for Emily. I wonder if Emily’s family truly moved away soonContinueContinue reading “Haircut Mishaps”

National Siblings Day, Then and Now

Siblings. They’re our built in best friends from birth. So noteworthy that there’s even a celebration on April 10 to honor the special bond between brothers and sisters: National Siblings Day. This time of year, I like to reflect on my blessing of an older brother, Joe, and older sister, Kristen. Something that’s making itContinueContinue reading “National Siblings Day, Then and Now”

Lauren’s Law: Toddlerisms, Take 2

Last year, my toddlerisms article struck a funny cord with so many of my readers. So, naturally, I wanted to follow up with some of the latest funny lines from the tiny people not only in my life, but several of yours. Sher Atkinson of Severna Park shared a hilarious moment when her granddaughter, Sophie,ContinueContinue reading “Lauren’s Law: Toddlerisms, Take 2”

Halloween Costume Hoopla

It’s officially spooky season.  Like many, I live for over-the-top Halloween costumes. As I rack my brain for what I’ll force (or possibly trick in the spirit of the season) my family into wearing to appease my childhood heart, I’m taking a moment to walk down memory lane. I’m revisiting some of my favorite HalloweenContinueContinue reading Halloween Costume Hoopla

Funny Toddlerisms

Confession: I’ll admit — for a brief moment — I thought I made up the word “toddlerism.” Apparently, the Urban Dictionary was already ahead of me, and I’ll share the appropriate parts. “A child between the ages of one to three … Pushing boundaries and throwing fits.”  Yes, this is true. However, a key partContinueContinue reading “Funny Toddlerisms”

The 12-Second Game

I’m not one for reliving the glory days of big games. In fact, my eyes tend to gloss over when someone makes me listen to one of their own athletic stories. However, with March here and along with it Spring sports, I can’t help but remember the most bizarre game I’ve ever been a partContinueContinue reading “The 12-Second Game”