In our family, adventure is a way of life. With five active boys and a deep love for travel, staying active has become an essential part of our journey. In this post, I want to share my thoughts on why we believe keeping our family active while exploring the world is a huge gift…
Category: Family And Organization
Sky-High Shenanigans: A Tale of Turbulence and Triumph
Ah, the MV Squad… We are a family that thrives on adventure! Meet the Players: The Chaos Planner (Mom): The mastermind behind it all. She claims to be the ultimate organizer, but her color-coded spreadsheets always seem to have a way of going haywire no matter how hard she tries. The Five…
Unwrapping Adventures: The Ultimate Gift Guide for Active Boys
Welcome to the holiday season, a time of joy, laughter, and the quest for the perfect gifts! But let’s face it, finding those gifts can be a daunting task, especially when your kids seem to have it all. However, as a mom with five lively boys aged 1 to 10, I’ve done the leg work…
The Elusive “Mom Nap”
Ok, everyone knows how mom naps work. You’ve been busy all day making meals, cleaning floors, doing laundry and basically following the kids around while holding a trash can attempting to catch every little thing they pick up and discard on the floor as they effortlessly destroy the house. So, when you get that…
The Art of Negotiation – At Home!
Welcome to my world, where the boardroom meetings often blend seamlessly into the family living room (where my home office is!), and negotiation skills are essential not only in business but also in parenthood. As a mom entrepreneur with five lively boys and an active lifestyle, I’ve found that the art of negotiation is…




