Author: alessa
Swimming to Survive
I have had a strange fascination with Michael Phelps for years. I’ll chalk it up to his being a Baltimore
Read moreDiscover This: Shadows
You’ve probably seen the picture meme floating around social media at the end of 2018. It’s a bunch of plastic
Read moreDrawing to Remember
True Story: I recently went back to school for massage therapy because my spouse has chronic pain issues. I was
Read moreParenting the Wrong Child
Back when my kids were little, I used to have a saying I’d save for those really rough days: “I
Read moreDiscover This: Skull Identification
I was out walking my dog the other day and what do my wandering eyes catch a glimpse of? A
Read moreFree and Low-Cost Community-Based Summer Activities
Those lazy days of summer can get pretty monotonous after a couple of weeks. If you’re looking for an alternative
Read moreDiscover This: Maya Empire
A few days ago, the world learned about the discovery of 60,000 previously unknown ancient Mayan archaeological structures. My first
Read moreBeginning to Homeschool Mid-Year
Tis the season when some families are ready to throw up their hands with public school and start homeschooling. Even
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