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Finally – Realistic Mantras for 2023

December 28, 2022

Holy moly, 2022 was something. Having said that, every year before that was just as bad in their own special way. Want a little ‘serenity now’ phrase to repeat to yourself in the everyday challenges that are definitely on the way? 2023 will be another shitshow of a year, so repeat after me… 2023 on Repeat 2023 Resolutions That You Can Stick To:

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The Last Week Before School. What’s a Routine?

August 29, 2022

For us, school is going back next week and we’re a mixed bag of emotions. My little one is a bit nervous. There’s going to be a new teacher, a new group of friends to navigate, and more pressure to grow up. As parents, we’ve been trying to sympathize and ease her into the idea of going back to ...

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Why Are New Balance the Ultimate Dad Shoe?

April 4, 2022

NOT sponsored When I was younger, New Balance shoes were always a little plain. I always saw them as typical 90s Dad shoes, worn by men on American TV who tucked their t-shirts into their blue jeans. Fast forward 30 years and I find myself scrolling through the New Balance online store in ...

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Early Earth Month – Why One NFT Team in Mexico are Cleaning Up

March 10, 2022

As we all know, Earth Month is in April and becomes more and more important as our climate goes past any recoverable tipping point. In fact, the Amazon Rainforest may be there sooner than we think: “A study suggests the world’s largest rainforest is losing its ability to bounce back ...

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How to Set Up a Resolution-Busting Home Gym

December 26, 2021

I know we’re finishing off our Toblerones and leftover turkey sandwiches (so good), but eventually, we (I) will have to shift into the same old new year’s resolution mindset. I know I say this every year, but since the past year has been an absolute mess, I’m putting myself ...

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Teaching Gratitude and Reflection Over the Holidays

December 2, 2021

We try every year to push the lesson that ‘it’s better to give than receive’ and force them to say please and thank you, but lecturing isn’t the way we’re going to see results. Slowing down in a situation and taking in what’s going on and how we feel in the ...

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But I want the bluuuuue cup! The battle for control and choice with kids

November 4, 2021

Do this, don’t do that, stop licking the cat, brush your teeth, bedtime! Kids don’t get much choice in most of their day and this often leads to two situations: 1. Tantrums and breakdowns. 2. Requesting a particular cup, fork, toy, game, and then a tantrum. Often at the worst ...

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The #1 Job of a Parent – Be the Boundary

October 26, 2021

Oh, parenting. It seems endless because it is. It’s an incredible opportunity to raise the future better than our own. It’s also really tough sometimes, so any lessons found along the way are worth sharing. Kids are learning and acting out their feelings as they feel them and ...

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50 Tips, Tricks, and Gadgets for Family Camping Success + a GIVEAWAY!

June 25, 2021

Family camping trips are, in theory, a lot of fun. However, after you’ve arrived, unpacked, got into the snacks, and set up your accommodations, that fateful question always arises. “What do we do now?” Luckily, you’re old pal James is here with a list of fun gadgets, ...

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