Life insurance is a tricky industry for a lot of people to understand. It’s hard to know exactly when you need to purchase a policy and who in your family needs one – and what does that policy even cover? To put it simply, if you have children or someone depends on you for support,…
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7 Tips for Getting Kids Play Outside in the Winter
This past weekend a steady snowfall over a 27-hour period brought 12+ inches of snow to the Washington, D.C. area. The novelty of snow provides incentive for our kids to get outside and play, but there are plenty of gray days where below freezing temperatures make us want to stay inside. It’s always fun to…
Considering Arlo Security Lights? Here’s why they didn’t work for us
Arlo makes my favorite security cameras, with a full portfolio of options for wired, wireless, indoor, and outdoor products. When offered a chance to take a look at Arlo’s new security lights, I was excited to see how I could add to my Arlo system. Arlo Security Lights are OK, but depending on your application…
Dear Future Coders: 4 Pieces of Advice for Tween & Teen Technologists
Thank you to Capital One for sponsoring this post As a former classroom teacher, I can distinguish between social chatter and productive chatter. Social chatter was typical in my first-grade classroom as kids were transitioning between parts of the day or weren’t engaged in classroom tasks and had the power to create a ripple effect of off-task…
2018 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Frequent Fliers
I love to travel whether for work or as a family. The many frequent flier miles and stamps in my passport have made me extremely knowledgeable about the best gear for streamlining travel and minimizing space in my carry-on bag. I’ve whittled down my must-haves to a short list to make packing and unpacking quick and…
Samsung SmartThings WiFi: A Must-Have for Connectivity & Smart Homes
If you have an entire collection of smart home gadgets that work independently of each other or have been looking for a single product that can provide whole home WiFi, home automation, and the ability to pause the internet in one easy kit, Samsung SmartThings WiFi adds smartness and connectivity through a single hub. SmartThings…
7 Must-Have Gifts for Nintendo Switch Superfans
This post is sponsored by Kids, parents, and families love the Nintendo Switch because this versatile gaming system has a wealth of family friendly games and the system can be used at home or on the go. It features the ability to dock it and play through your TV or take the handheld system on…
2018 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Gadget Lovers
There’s no shortage of technology that will help you do absolutely everything which can make figuring out exactly what you need in this oversaturated market absolutely mind boggling, especially when sales tempt you to buy every shiny new object out there. This year’s Gadget Lovers Gift Guide includes new gadgets that do an outstanding job…
49 Small Businesses to Support on Small Business Saturday and Beyond
After Thanksgiving and Black Friday comes Small Business Saturday, a chance to celebrate and discover small businesses. Big box stores have made it incredibly easy to shop thanks to fast, free shipping and incredible deals throughout the holidays but don’t forget about shopping small businesses that make up a fabric of a community. Whether you’re…
9 Reasons to Treat Yourself to a HP PC
This post is in partnership with Mirum but the opinions are my own. If you’re tired of negotiating the use of your laptop with your kids, feeling guilty about using your work laptop for personal use, or know you should have upgraded your slow clunky machine a long time ago, this holiday season make sure…
