Category: Parenting

Texas journal

This summer I spent 3 weeks with my family in Texas. While there, I kept a journal about some of the interesting things I encountered.

Crowds of parents at theatre

Trials of being a parent

Being a parent is like fighting for a seat on a RyanAir flight. Everyone is out for themselves and the weak are trampled.

Good for kids!

Google Maps has this thing where it lets you know if an attraction is “good for kids.” Not sure exactly...

Happy American Mother’s day

It’s not Mother’s day yet in Sweden, but for all in the U.S., here’s a message from me and Mr....

Why didn’t I think of that?

I can’t believe I never thought of doing this. I’ve tried wearing 4 layers of clothes but this one never...

Nothing to see here

Took the kids to a science experiment center last weekend. As we entered one of the live shows, the woman...

Parent tip

Next time your kids have a party, introduce the “phone bowl!” Works great for having guests actually interact with each...

Terrible parent thoughts

While looking through party snack themes, I stumbled upon a few sites with tips for throwing a Peppa Pig party....

Frightening sick children

My son was sick last week with a bad cough and fever. After giving him some cough medicine and tea,...

Fast Food Coma

I waved my kids off at the airport this morning and went immediately to both KFC and Pizza Hut, as...

Card packs

I had to explain to my Swedish family this morning how when I was in elementary school, we decorated boxes...