“The word death is not pronounced in New York, Paris or in London,
because it burns the lips. The Mexican, in contrast, is familiar with death,
jokes about it, caresses it, sleeps with it, celebrates it; it is one of his
favorite toys and his most steadfast love.”
-Octavio Paz, The Labyrinth of Solitude, 1961. 

Yesterday I kept a room of 22 costumed 2nd graders in my daughter’s class transfixed for a whole ten minutes.

And this was after their school Halloween parade and after they’d exhausted all the games we’d planned for the in-room party and while they were eating cupcakes, grapes, and caramel-dipped apple slices. (Well, I guess the cupcakes helped keep their mouths a little occupied.)

Florida is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the US. There are many reasons for this, not just that the weather is generally good all year round, but also the fact of it being home to some famous theme parks (and a lot of other reasons, of course). 

As Florida is so popular, you need to choose the time you visit carefully. To get the best from your visit, here are the best times to go to Florida for perfect weather and fewer crowds. 

Let the Halloween cooking…begin! I’ve just been waiting to start posting fun spooky recipes. I’ll have more all week (taffy tongues are up next). But I wanted to start with this recipe that’s easy to pull together fast. AND kids can help you with every step.

Flexibility is definitely one of the key perks of working remotely, and that means you should be able to jet set to wherever, whenever. The beauty of remote work lies in its inherent flexibility, allowing you to work from any corner of the globe. Yet, it's essential to remember that being on vacation doesn't exempt one from work commitments. While enjoying new horizons, it's pivotal to manage tasks effectively.

Our house was full of princesses, fairies, and a vampire this weekend. My youngest planned out her own Halloween party, from sending out the invitations to planning games and setting up a spook alley. My assignment was to take care of food (yes!). I had planned a dramatic spread of various creepy crawies. But after failing in my original cupcake idea I took my daughter’s lead and kept things simple.

Going for a gross-out dinner this Halloween! Break out the meatball mix, then.

Rat meatballs on plate

Everyone loves travel; the desire to explore new destinations and create lasting memories is universal. Elevating your vacation experiences involves meticulous planning, cultural immersion, and responsible travel. This article will navigate the path to unforgettable getaways, ensuring every journey is memorable.

Setting Vacation Goals and Expectations

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” ~ Helen Keller.

Team building is an essential element of any work or educational setting. For educators, it’s all about maximizing impact and teaching students in the best way possible—but it doesn't come without challenges. By understanding how effective team building works, educators can create more positive experiences and successful results with their colleagues.