Living here in Japan has given us many opportunities to experience the Japanese culture. It’s one like I have never experienced: full of celebrations, family, history and colors. The older generation is sure to pass down traditions and family history to their children and grandchildren. Every month, there’s traditional festivals. May’s celebration was Children’s Day. […]

Mother’s Day 2015, my family and I took a few rafts down the Itchetucknee River located in North Central Florida. I was 18 weeks pregnant and hadn’t been down the river in almost five years since before I had my first child. I wanted to bring the camera, but was worried about it getting wet, […]

PLAY is missing from most of our American lives these days. We’re so busy, and play is the first thing to go when we feel rushed. Play and fun are critical components to childhood and shouldn’t be brushed aside so easily. It’s in play, together, that we bond and forge memories. It’s in play, particularly […]