"Those Texas bluebonnets how sweetly they grow. For all the wide prairies they're scattered like snow. They make all of the meadow as blue as the skies, reminding me of my little darlings blue eyes." - Laurie Lewis Bluebonnet season is...
  We are frequently asked about early childhood programs and recommendations for child care, preschools and private schools in the Waco area and understand that picking a school or child care center that fits your child’s and your family’s needs...
Summer is a time for swimming pools, lakes, beaches and fun in the sun. With all of the water activities that summer brings, our kids need swim lessons in order to be safe. Here are some swim classes in the...
Hi, I’m Alexis Schaefer instructor and owner of Firm Foundation Infant Aquatics, wife to Justin Schaefer for over a decade, mother to four tiny amazing humans, owner of too many animals, and gardening novice. How did I go from a...
"What are you reading right now?", is one of the best questions a reader can be asked. Usually, we're eager to share. And often, it won't be a one title answer; I currently have 5- 6 open books I am working...
“From an early age, books were my constant companions and my local library, a place I could find a new friend on every shelf.”– Sarah Jessica Parker Sarah Jessica Parker sums it up pretty well. Regardless of how your day...
Dr. Stacie Virden of Waco Vision Source provides insight into a very common vision condition, myopia, and explains why she and her team believe early intervention is key in protecting the eyes of our children!  What is myopia? Myopia, or nearsightedness,...
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With the long month of January behind us, we moms are mentally preparing for the busyness of this next season. We’ve already signed our kids up for spring sports and school extracurriculars, and before we know it, we will...
Lisa Corcoran with The Confident Hound knows changing our habits is one the hardest things to do. Attempting it with an animal that doesn't speak your language, gets a bit trickier. Then when you add in the busy schedule and exhaustion...
The definition of girl dad ... "A dad who is proud to have a daughter and who empowers her to be strong, confident, and to work hard." In my college days I remember vividly telling one of my college roommates, and...

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End of Year Emotions

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  As a kid, I remember how challenging it was to transition each grade year to a new teacher - especially when I was leaving...