As much as Kelly and I enjoy cooking at home, we equally savor the opportunity to check out a hot, new restaurant or return to an old haunt for a delicious meal. Dining out is exciting as it's a…

Artistic creativity. Kids are chock-full of it. Whether you've got an up-and-coming artist, photographer, or videographer in your family, here's their chance to show off their skills. There are a handful of fun art contests going on now, with opportunities…

  It has been said many times that you're likely to find inspiration in the most unlikely places. I must say from personal experience, this is very true. I think I speak for everyone when I say that at some…

Materials: A camera Photo editing software (I used Lightroom to edit and the Photogene app to add the text) Lollipops - flat ones will work better Construction paper X-Acto or utility knife Glue Directions: Take a few shots, look at…

  Despite the fact that my beloved New England Patriots won't be playing in this year's Super Bowl, the annual party must go on.Just like thousands of others across Oahu on Feb. 3, we'll be hosting a party at our…

When Luca was in preschool, we were asked to bring dairy-free and nut-free snacks in order to keep his classmates safe. We found a way to make a cute, colorful, somewhat healthy snack that all of his classmates could enjoy.…

When Isabella was 3 her preschool teachers asked the children to make homemade Valentines for their class members. I knew Isabella would enjoy creating the first few but would not stick around to make 16. I decided to let her…

  When we asked Ensen last year whether he wanted to give soccer a try this spring, Kelly and I anxiously awaited his response. After all, our attempts to get him into kendo faded as he seemed more interested in…

  Something interesting happened over the winter break. I'm not naming names, but a certain 5 1/2 –year-old whose name rhymes with “Benson” turned into a gaming fanatic, addicted to playing Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga on our Wii.…

Celebrating the arrival of 2013 with family and friends was incredible as always, but unfortunately quite a few friends of ours spent it caring for their children who were under the weather. As noted in a previous post, December tends…

It's absolutely crazy to think that 2013 is here! Where did the time go? Why does the New Year always seem to arrive so quickly? Like many of you, reflecting back on the year confirms it certainly was a busy…

  There are so many things to be thankful for this holiday season; it would be difficult to list them all. However, the one thing that stands out is Ensen and Avery's understanding of compassion and genuine feelings of kindness…

I'm on vacation! It's a phrase I rarely ever use as a busy public relations executive where the work never seems to end, but boy does it feel good to say it. I'm on vacation! For the next two and…

This year, give the gift of more family time together. By giving an annual membership or season pass to your fam's favorite outings, you'll be providing opportunities for year-round fun. Here's a few I think would make great gifts for…

We know it's important to eat a balanced diet, complete with a variety of vegetables chock full of essential nutrients that keep us healthy. Our parents explained this to us and our grandparents repeated the mantra. Now, Kelly and I,…

Winter in Hawaii usually brings cooler weather and evokes visions of Santa in aloha wear, plenty of presents under the Christmas tree and happy, warm fuzzies. Not to burst your happy bubble, but our friends at the State of Hawaii…

Wicked, Broadway’s big hit, is playing at the Neal Blaisdell Center from now until Jan. 12. The story takes place in the Land of Oz, long before Dorothy ever trotted down the yellow brick road. Wicked tells why the emerald-green-skinned…

  I don't know about you, but my mouth is watering just thinking about the Thanksgiving feast (or should I say feasts) I'll be enjoying with family and friends in just four days. Buttery roast turkey hot out of the…