I remember laughing with a friend one day about how a certain older family member thought it was OK to pop her grandchild's pacifier in her own mouth to make sure it was clean. This usually happened after it was…
I live in fear of the zombie apocalypse.Well, not really. I mean, I'm no more concerned about the dead rising and wandering the Earth as hungry revenants craving only our brains as the next guy.* In most of those scenarios,…
Four local organizations that share the common goal of making life better for others in the Lake Norman area.
Today marks the beginning of Teacher Appreciation Week, May 5-9. Undoubtedly teachers deserve appreciation, especially as the debate about teacher salaries continues. Local freelance writer and mom Holly Becker, who is also a member of the Davidson Elementary Advocacy Committee,…
FridayA Night of Storytelling During Waxhaw's First FridayListen to children's stories with illustrations by a local artist and enjoy carriage rides and a mini art preview.Historic Downtown Waxhaw, Main Street.Evening CampfireEnjoy the night making s'mores and singing songs with the…
I'm a believer in a girls' night out. It's good for our souls. I'm also a big fan of finding a bargain on some great things. Towne and Reese, known for their stylish and affordable jewelry, is hosting its spring…
It's pretty easy for people to make fun of soccer if they've never experienced it. Soccer is often low scoring with long periods of little to no action and often ends in a draw (tie). "The Simpsons," summed up professional…
Hello Charlotte parents and surrounding area families! We are half-way through the Charlotte Parent Magazine Fit Family Challenge and how the time has flown! This past week, the Zappley Family has been pretty active. We participated in the Tuckfest/Adventure Family…
"Hubble IMAX® Space Adventure" gives an inspiring and rare approach to the Hubble telescope's legacy, and highlights its life-changing impact on the way people have viewed the universe and themselves.
Suggestions to make sure each day is smooth and successful.
We had another busy week! The kids and I were able to attend Tuckfest at the Whitewater Center this past weekend and had an absolute blast! What a great event they put on there! The weather was perfect! The rain…
Anyone who knows me personally or follows me through social media channels know that I am a positive thinker. I make a concerted effort to eliminate negative people and things from my life. I love to surround myself with reminders…
Managing children in a confined space for an extended period of time is no easy task - especially when you're flying through the air, but nonstop flights are the fastest means of transportation for long-distance destinations. When traveling with young…
Our picks for the best family vacation spots within driving distance of Charlotte.
If you read this blog regularly, you know I typically feature projects I do with my daughter. I'm usually right behind her, gathering materials and asking questions, and always taking photos.This time, I let her go. Following days of miserable…
I've been running around like a crazy person lately. I am so overwhelmed between my career and my family that I'm forgetting really important details. People at work can tell me something and ten minutes later I have no memory.…
Well, bleep me.Bleep bleeping bleepity bleep bleeping bleep bleep-bleep bleeping bleeped bleeping bleep it.*Cursing is . . . problematic for me.As both a writer and someone who prides himself on having a rational mind, I know that so-called curse words…
Wow, Spring break flew by! It was a fun, but busy week. We got some of our spring cleaning done but still have a ways to go. After meeting with our life balance expert, Kim Jacobs, we were able to…
For more information, contact:Lauren C. Steele, Coca-Cola Consolidated704-557-4551, lauren.steele@ccbcc.com• Program provides incentives for families to get moving• Partners include Charlotte Parent Magazine and CVS• Participants can win prizes for healthier lifestylesCharlotte, NC (April 11, 2014) - In an effort to…
Off to a Great Start!Registered dietitian Kelsey Kasel and I sat down with the Cram family to discuss their health priorities and zero in on what they feel is important for them as a family for the Fit Family Challenge.…
Hello, and welcome to the Zappley Family's Blog during this exciting 8 week Fit Family Challenge. Just to give you a brief background about myself, I am a single mother, age 39, of two, Ariana (8) and Christion (12). When…
No, you've not accidentally clicked on the wrong blog link. This really is Richard Jones, one of the Stay-At-Home Dudes.Over at our other home, A Dude's Guide to . . . Everything, I'll occasionally review movies that I think will…
Folks, don't try this one at home. In fact, don't try it anywhere. Just don't bother.I love bubbles. You're never too old for them. Amelia and her buddy played with good old fashioned bubbles for almost an hour a few…
One thing I love about being a fashion writer is that I get to talk about wonderful and unique products. I enjoy nothing more than showcasing the hard work and efforts of local entreprenuers, and add the element of fashion…
