Picture Perfect Porches
Lori Shaw and Jennifer Dolan met eight years ago, when their kids were in preschool. Both had lived and worked in New York; now, they lived five minutes apart in south Charlotte. “We came from the northeast, where fall is,…
Noelle Pikus Pace: Olympic Super Mom
Meet Noelle Pikus Pace, member of the U.S. Olympic Skeleton Team and mom of two, who takes "super mom" to the next level.
Decals: Decor Made Easy
The days of selecting a room theme and living with it for a long time are gone.
Decals: Decor Made Easy
Hooray for progress! It used to be that you selected a room theme for your child and you had to live with it for a long time since it was either too costly or time consuming to change. Those days…
Fresh Skincare for Spring
I was recently introduced to a new exfoliant that is just too good not to share. I think I got the fashion thing down pretty good, but unfortunately, I still have a lot of growing and learning to do when…
The Fifth Wall
In decorating, the ceiling is called "The 5th Wall." It is a substantial area of the room, so why not give it some attention?
3 Steps to Getting Dinner on the Table in a Hurry
How to ensure that a healthy, home cooked meal is on the table for your family even on the busiest days.
Four Shoe Trends For Spring
One of my favorite on-line sites for shopping for myself and my clients is Shopbop. Have you heard of it? Since its launch in 2000 as a modestly sized online boutique specializing in hard-to-find denim lines, Shopbop has grown to…
Remodeling with Kids In Mind
If your home is screaming for a remodel, make sure you keep kids in mind when your plans are being created. There are so many ways a simple improvement can make life with kids easier, neater, and just more fun.…
Decorate Your Post-Holiday House
Does your home feel naked after the holiday decorations come down? Even though we don't see a lot of snow in these parts, it is still fun for the kids to make your home a "Winter Wonderland" during the month…
Merry Christmas To All And This Fantastic Website
I just thought I would take a moment to say hello and put a face with the name. Well, my family anyway! Some of you may know me from the Queen City Style, but I realize that some of you…
Last-Minute Christmas Decorations
Are you running behind on your Christmas decorations? Don't worry, because I've got some quick and easy ways to bring Christmas style into your home without spending a lot of time or money. The first idea not only looks beautiful,…
5 Ways to Look and Feel Your Best
Looking and feeling your best this year.
I’m a Step-parent: What Does That Mean?
How do figure out where you fit in your family.
Helping Children Learn the Basics of Finance
Practical, straightforward and age-appropriate tips to teach kids to save more than they spend.
Christmas Fun for Kids Rooms
Want to do something fun and different for your children this holiday season? How about spreading the holiday cheer by decorating their room, too? It doesn't have to take a lot of time or money to make a festive addition…
Get ManCave For Any Man In Your Life This Holiday
I recently came in contact with a line of male grooming products I'm totally digging. Obviously, I have not used the products myself, but I tried them out for my husband, and I wholeheartedly approve.The ManCave recipe can be summarized…
Shopping Your Closet for Fresh Holiday Style
Get creative this holiday season with items you already have in your wardrobe.
Beyond the Bunk Bed
Holidays are a great time for families to gather, but do you struggle with where everyone will sleep? If you've got an attic or an extra bedroom you might consider turning it into a bunk room. Bunk rooms have become…
Safe Sleep with Infants
There is a lot of debate on the safety of bed sharing with your infant. According to the New York Times, there has been a 400% increase in the number of infant strangulations and suffocations over the last 20 years…
Tips on Holiday Co-Parenting When Divorced or Separated
Steps you can take to make sure your holidays are family-friendly, no matter how the makeup of your family may have changed over time.
Emily Maynard on Family and Holiday Traditions
Her take on life as a single mom, and making the holidays special.
Single Mom Holiday Survival Tips
How to survive the holiday season as a single parent when your child is away.
How to Raise Thankful Children
How to help your children be thankful instead of contributing to the next entitlement generation.
Emily Maynard's Holiday Jewelry Picks
Explore Emily Maynard's favorite holiday pieces from her new jewelry line by Towne and Reese.
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Charlotte Education Resources
Tutors, homeschool helpers, childcare resources, counselors and more.
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Sports + Fitness
Sports leagues and fitness classes for kids.
