Space Escape Room – Free Download
If you’re like us, being home this summer with little options for camps has you reaching for things to do. So why not… reach for the stars with this at-home escape room activity?! (Yes, that was very cheesy of me.)…
Making Sense of Screen Time
We’re all feeling it. The slump of social distancing, summer camps canceled, and just the bizarre world that is 2020. I’ve gone through phases as a parent. From forced gratitude of “you should feel lucky that…” to allowing myself to…
How to Be More Productive
Isn’t that a great title? Are you expecting real tips on how to conquer your to-do list? Welp. I have none. We create about 4-ish new videos a week, a bi-monthly podcast, a few blog posts, and parent two children.…
Listening and Learning with Jen Hatmaker
First I want to say how liberating it’s been to watch our podcast transform before our eyes. Penn and I have loved using this podcast as a place to grow and learn, especially inside our marriage. But with this week…
Working on Being A Better Ally
Let me start by saying that our mission on the podcast has always been to better ourselves. The events of the last week in the wake of George Floyd have really caused us to hit the pause button. Publishing silly…
We Tried Messenger Kids, Here Is What We Found
This post is sponsored by Messenger Kids, all opinions are my own. My kids are craving more digital freedom. They want to be able to message their friends, video chat, and share silly photos and video clips. Mix in social…
Helping Kids Cope Right Now
As former news reporters, we have always encouraged our kids to ask good questions. Curiosity and a search for answers is rewarded in our house. But here’s the thing: Lately? I have no freaking clue how to answer their questions. …
Stay-At-Home Window Bingo – Download
Last week while I was walking our dog Sunny, I spotted a cute family taking a walk around the neighborhood doing a scavenger hunt. Their kids were so excited to find leaves, rocks, and flowers to check off their list.…
Here’s the Thing About TikTok
In this weird new locked-down world, we’re all doing things we never imagined. I’m not leaving the house unless I’m in face masks and gloves. I stalk store websites for toilet paper. And here’s the biggest shock: I joined Tik Tok.…
5 Ways to Celebrate While Social Distancing
When I asked Penn for a small birthday celebration with the kids weeks before social distancing, I never quite imagined this. I certainly had a nice day. I got to relax with my family and connect with loved ones on…
