Casey Hilty
Making Easter Fun, Stress-Free and Intentional
Spring is my favorite time of year! Throw in a few birthdays, an anniversary and warmer weather and I'm like a kid on Christmas morning - in April.
Speaking of Christmas, let's talk about Easter....
What Would You Do To Help Your Kid Succeed? :: Thoughts on the...
When I was in high school, I attended a few speech and debate tournaments at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA. It was magical! I knew the prestige of the university and was in awe...
A Week Away Without the Kids Checklist
Like many parents, the anticipation of a week away from the kids can cause both excitement and a whole lot of anxiety. After all, as moms we go through every possible scenario that could...
Momo and YouTube: What You Need to Know to Keep Your Kids Safe
Me: “Have you heard about the Momo challenge?”
Boys: “No.”
Me: “Sit down. Let’s have a chat…”
My kids (ages 11, 9 and 6) have been asking for their own iPads, cell phones, computers, gaming devices, T.V.s...
10 Creative Kids Gift Ideas for Under $20
Lego kit. Lego kit. Lego kit. Lego kit. $10 cash. Lego kit. My children have been both the recipients of and contributors to the endless amounts of Lego kits and cash at birthday parties,...
5 Things I Learned from Marie Kondo
I have been in purge-mode even before I heard the name Marie Kondo - author, professional organizer, and star of the Netflix series 'Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.' Her self-titled method of organization -KonMari...
Cleaning Slime and Removing Slugs :: A Lesson from Parks and Rec
I work from home and my busiest season just ended. I had a few miscellaneous personal projects that I wanted to finally finish, but my sinuses had other plans. Fever, aches, incessant coughing -...
Santa, Can We Have a Little Chat?
Dear Santa,
Merry Christmas! I know that it must be an incredibly busy time for you as you prepare to make dreams come true for 2 billion kids. It's a lot, I'd imagine. Add in...
Bah Humbug – Can We Skip the Stress and Mess?
The minute the stores replace the Halloween decorations with Christmas ones, a tightness grows in my chest. I look at the calendar and count the Saturdays left until Christmas. The calendar. Oh the calendar....
The Day My Husband Won the Home Decor Battle
My husband Bo and his sister love to get each other unique gifts. And when I say “unique,” I mean drive 4+ hours off the beaten path to purchase a taxidermy jack rabbit with...