Notes from our house on the everyday stuff. Storms, outages, the car and camping with kids.
A snow squall, a steel gazebo turning into a sail, and the two small things that saved the garage.
Read it Power outagesHow kids react when the power goes out, and six simple ways to help them stay calm, safe and even have some fun with it.
Read it CampingTips for a family's first camping trip with young kids. Picking a site, a backyard practice run, simple meals, activities and safety.
Read it The carA practical car emergency kit list for families. What to start with, what to add, and how to keep it current twice a year.
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