If you've been following me for a while, you already know how much I love highlighting everything that makes Howard County a fantastic place to live, play, and explore with your family. But did you know that Columbia is making serious noise as Maryland’s capital of live performances?

Here’s my 2025 guide to Mother’s Day gift ideas and brunch spots that are guaranteed to make any mom feel appreciated.

It might seem like 2026 is a lifetime away, but when it comes to planning Spring Break and Summer Break travel, especially if you’re traveling as a family, it’s never too early to start locking in your plans.

Whether you want to sip your way through wineries with your besties or plan a fun date-day with your partner, here are my go-to tips and tricks for an amazing day at Wine In the Woods 2025!

As a mom, I wear a lot of hats, chauffeur, chef, cheerleader, snack fairy, and occasionally, referee. Most days are go-go-go, and if you’re anything like me, your “me time” consists of hiding in the pantry with a snack & doom scrolling. So when I say this midweek escape to Turf Valley Resort’s spa changed my entire mood, I mean it.

The ninth annual Books in Bloom returns to Color Burst Park on Saturday, May 10, 2025, and it’s shaping up to be one of the best yet. Here’s everything you need to know to plan your visit.

When I officially became a client, we kicked things off with some seriously in-depth testing to understand what’s really going on underneath the surface.

Whether you're planning a weekly outing with the kids, grabbing ingredients for a weekend dinner, or just craving a walk through your local market with a coffee in hand, here’s everything you need to know about where—and when—to go.

Between hand-me-downs, outgrown clothes, and piles of mismatched pajamas, organizing my daughter’s closet always felt like a losing battle. This spring, I finally decided it was time for a real reset, and I knew exactly who to call: Rose from The Thoughtful Home.

If you told me a few months ago that cartwheels and monkey bars would be the catalyst for real emotional growth in my kids, I’m not sure I would’ve believed you. But here we are. Both of my kids are currently enrolled in classes at Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy, and the transformation I’ve witnessed has been nothing short of amazing. 

If you’re like me and want to go beyond another “#1 Teacher” mug (because let’s face it, they probably already have plenty), here are some teacher appreciation gifts that strike the perfect balance between useful and meaningful—without adding clutter.

I genuinely appreciate Stress Awareness Month. It’s a reason to slow down, check in with myself, and take actual steps to feel more grounded. And if you're like me—looking for a little more ease in the day-to-day—I’ve rounded up some of my favorite ways to de-stress around Howard County, Maryland.

rom community events to virtual panels and local fundraisers, here are some of the best family-friendly and educational opportunities happening in and around Howard County.

As a mom of two curious, high-energy kids who love any excuse to be outside, Earth Day has become a meaningful tradition for our family. It’s the perfect opportunity to slow down, enjoy the fresh air, and show our children what it means to take care of the planet in simple, hands-on ways.

Whether you're planning a long weekend or a midweek escape, here's what made our trip so memorable (and what I totally recommend adding to your own itinerary).