Social trends come and go, but consuming alcohol will always attract American teenagers, because it’s illegal, potentially dangerous and associated with feeling sexy and having fun with friends. The kids know that the possibility of something bad happening exists, but peer pressure and a teen’s sense of immortality can impact their decisions. If you […]
The holidays were hectic, so when my husband suggested getting away for a weekend to celebrate our recent wedding anniversary, I quickly agreed. It would be wonderful to spend some time together. Our criteria–The getaway location had to be less than three hours drive from Evanston, a place where we could cross-country ski in […]
True confession. I haven’t quite finished putting away my Christmas decorations. Frankly, while snow is still piled high on the picnic table, and the days are short, a little Christmas glitter feels cozy, so I give myself a reprieve. However, time (and Hallmark) wait for no woman, and Valentines Day looms. Now I am […]
Need some new ideas for interesting, fun family field trips on the North Shore? You can go north, south, east or west in our communities and you will find small museums, interesting shops, beautiful gardens and parks, and many great ethnic restaurants. Take a half-day or just an hour or two to make our […]
While writing this article, the father of my children looked over my shoulder and noted that his favorite Father’s Day activity wasn’t listed: To have all four children and two dogs wrestle in bed with him, followed by eating pancakes in the kitchen, playing catch in the backyard and lying in the hammock with the […]
