So When Exactly Does School Start?

(Fedors that I bought for my boys from Moustapha in NYC. Thanks Moustapha!) School has begun, for most of us. Should we all should take one deep collaborative breathe and say PHEWWWW? Actually, I still have Tuck Tuck at home with me until Tuesday when he starts kindergarten. It’s difficult to...

Hold On To Your Camper A Flash Flood Is Coming

As Brevitt and I emerged from the Canyonlands backpacking trip I had to mentally prepare myself for the next phase of the trip. I had rallied Wade and three other families to come meet us in Moab for more camping, thus appointing myself as the official scout for the perfect camp site. I have always longed...

Going On Outdoor Ed Trips With Your Children

“I’m bleeding mommy”, yelled Brevitt  as I typed away at my computer. “I’ll be there in a second”, I yelled not quite ready to handle yet another injury. I shot up running when Axel came in a few seconds later and accused me of caring more about my computer than I did about Brevitt who was...