It’s fall, fall, fall! Even though the calendar declared it a few weeks ago, it is just now starting to look and feel like fall here in Boston. I couldn’t be happier! Our family has many quirky (and not so quirky) traditions, and many of these seem to revolve around my favorite season. SomethingRead More
Best Frugal Fall Date Ideas
I think that fall is the best season for fun, creative dates. Maybe it’s because my (now) husband and I spent many afternoons and evenings prowling around New England (arguably one of the most beautiful spots in the world during the fall) before we were married. Seriously, it’s hard to beat Vermont in theRead More
2017 Goals: October Update
Setting goals has changed my life. Sound a bit dramatic? Probably. But, check out my post on How Goal-Setting Changed Everything to see what I mean. For the past five years I have not created a single New Year’s resolution. Instead I have set goals for myself. What is the difference? Goals come withRead More
How to Create Spiritual Goals
Happy New Year! For Orthodox Christians, September first is the beginning of the new Church calendar. We begin again the cycle of feasts and fasts that guide us through the life of Christ and the history of salvation. We are once again invited to enter into the ancient rhythm of the Church. Now, everyone hasRead More
What Your Child’s Teacher REALLY Wants
I am a middle school teacher who absolutely loves my job. I get to read with students all day long for an entire year and get paid for it. What could be better? For me, back to school season is kind of like Christmas. You know how much you love Christmas even though itRead More
