Author Archives: Maria Magee

Autumn has set in and the few straggling leaves clinging to the branches seem to be in a contest to see who can hold on the longest. Not only do the trees know that winter is on its way, but there is ...

The holiday season is here! Does that fill you with excitement or do your shoulders get tense just thinking about the big get-togethers that are coming up? It's no secret that there can be a lot of pr...

I know this phrase has likely been said since the beginning of time, but parenting is not what it used to be! Technology, for better or worse, is a whole new ball game. When my husband and I were litt...

Have bad dreams ever disrupted your family's slumber? They aren't only terrifying for children, but they can be jarring for moms and dads, too! One minute you're fast asleep, enjoying every precious s...

I wouldn't trade life with my family of six for anything. I love all of the different personalities, the way we support each other, and the memories we make. Even so, there are certainly some hard day...

"Come little leaves," said the Wind one day, "Come to the meadows with me and play. Put on your dresses of red and gold; for summer is past and the days grow cold." -George Cooper With the swirling le...

Oh yes, it's that pumpkin time of year! If you're looking for an easy but amazing fall dessert to throw together, this is it. These bars last about ten minutes in my house! I've even brought these to ...

Summer is winding down and a new school year is upon us! Are you dreading the end of this sunny season or are you anxiously awaiting the cozy fall days ahead? I find the end of summer to be bitterswee...

It's hard to believe it, but here we are! Another summer has flown by and our minds are awhirl with back-to-school lists, upcoming schedule changes, and the busy day-to-day tasks that all of us moms a...

Fall is making a beautiful entrance with its golden leaves and crisp mornings, the school buses are rolling by bright and early, and for those of us who have student athletes-the scramble to get sport...