Reading on Vacation
Earlier this week, I wrote about our stay in Akumal, Mexico in 2006. This photo was taken one evening on that trip while I was reading aloud to BigB – I think we were reading from a chapter book from the Secrets of Droon series. I love how the colorful tile in our apartment stands Read the Rest…
Akumal Mexico With Kids
Akumal Mexico is one of my all-time favorite destinations for a family vacation. This is one of my favorite photos from our travels. It was taken in Akumal, Mexico in 2006. (Check out the bear in CAM’s arm – that bear truly has traveled more than most adults!) Akumal is a tiny pueblo between Playa Read the Rest…
A Fun Travel Card Game and New Music from Putumayo Kids
Looking for a fun in-the-car or waiting-to-board game to have in your bag to keep your kids amused on your next journey? Check out this fun game from I Can Do That! games. The 51 1/2 glossy cards look like they’re ready for beach, mountain and a juice-spilling or two! Not to mention that the Read the Rest…
Pre-Teen Pre-Flight Commentary
I think I’ve mentioned that my older son, CAM, is a reluctant traveler. But his inherent grumpiness about everything travel-related sometimes leads to some genuinely funny moments. Here’s a couple from our recent trip to Mexico. On the shuttle from parking to the terminal CAM (At the top of his voice): The only thing which Read the Rest…
Four Days To Pandemic
That, folks, is a picture of the H1N1 influenza virus – just in case you were wondering what it looks like. Barely a week ago, I hadn’t heard of the so-called Swine Flu and was happy in my ignorance. Since then, I’ve visited my sister and her beautiful new baby; juggled work, kids and travel Read the Rest…
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